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Date & time: Tue · Feb 9 · 8:30 AM–3:00 PM CT
Venue: Shrine Banquets
Addison, IL
Host: Meghan Hargrave
PD365 (Illinois ASCD)
Organizer: PD365 (Illinois ASCD)
Price: $269 per person
Credit: 5 PD hours
Meals: Included

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