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"The Agenda for America" with Governor Jeb Bush -- Presented by The World Affairs Council of Philadelphia

Date:
Friday, September 21, 2012 - 11:30am - 2:00pm Location:
Loews Philadelphia Hotel,
1200 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA
19107
United States
See map: Google Maps
As a successful two-term governor, Jeb Bush made a significant and positive impact on education in the state of Florida. Governor Bush will visit the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia to speak to the importance of raising expectations for our students, holding schools accountable, rewarding great teachers, and harnessing technology in order to educate and prepare all of America’s students for leadership and success in the 21st century economy. This program is one in a series of discussions leading up to the Presidential Election 2012.
SCHEDULE
- 11:30 AM -- Registration and reception
- 12 PM -- Program and Lunch
EVENT OPTIONS
- Members -- Wine reception, program, and lunch: $125; Reception with refreshments and program: $40
- General Public -- Wine reception, program, and lunch: $175; Reception with refreshments and program: $55
- Fulltime students with valid ID (limited availability) -- Program only: $20
- Photo reception with Gov. Bush (very limited availability) -- Includes photo reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres, program with premium seating, and lunch: $350
Individual members at the Cabinet ($1000) level and higher, and all corporate members, should register with Membership directly in order to use their benefits, which often include complimentary admission and/or special opportunities such as photos and private dinners. Please contact Joanie Blackwell (ext. 222) or Annie Chartrand (ext. 200) to inquire or RSVP.