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• NYSDSC Spring '26 Conference

  • Start
    June 08, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • End
    June 11, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Courtyard by Marriott, 365 Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845
  • Spaces left
    144
  • Registered
    106 registrants

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  NYSDSC - Spring '26 Conference

  Access in Action: Building an Inclusive Campus

  
  

  Date: June 8th - June 11th, 2026

  Venue: Courtyard by Marriott, 365 Canada St, Lake George, NY 12845

  
  

  Pre-Conference Offerings (Monday, June 8):

  Mental Health First Aid for Adults Certification (12-5 PM)

  • This event needs registration and is limited to the first 30 registrants only. Registrants have to be present all 5 hours to receive this certification. 
  • Additional Cost: $30 per person

  New Professional Session (10 AM - 12 PM and 1-3 PM)

  • This split session will be a “mini boot camp” for new professionals; covering the topics that are most useful and helpful to people new to disability-related work in higher education.
  • Free to NYSDSC members

  Main Conference Agenda (Tuesday, June 9-Thursday, June 11)

  • Agenda with session details

  • Agenda at a glance (limited details)

  Lodging:

  • *Please Note: The Courtyard by Marriott at Lake George is full. Please contact Marine Village Resort to book your stay for the conference. 
  • These rates are subject to change at the hotel’s discretion. NYSDSC cannot guarantee lodging rates.
  • There are a limited number of rooms available for Sunday June 7th (same cost) for members who wish to attend the pre-conference or arrive early for other reasons.

  Meals:

  • Monday, June 8 (Pre-Conference): No meals provided this day.

  • Tuesday, June 9 (Day 1): Breakfast and lunch included. 

  • Wednesday, June 10 (Day 2): Breakfast and lunch included. 

  • Thursday, June 11 (Day 3): Breakfast and to-go lunch included. 

  Presenters:

  • All presenters must register for the conference.
  • Create all conference material with accessibility in mind and in accordance with Title II ADA standards. 
  • Send all presentations to registration@nysdsc.org with the subject line: "NYSDSC Conference Materials June 2026" no later than May 22nd, 2026.

  Accommodations:

  • Please notify NYSDSC of the need for any disability related accommodations, alternate format material needs, and/or dietary preferences no later than May 22nd.

  Payment:

  • Registration is required to attend the conference, regardless of whether you are presenting.
  • To access MEMBERSHIP RATES: Please login to your account prior to attempting to register
    
  • If paying by Check, please complete the registration online, to generate the invoice, and mail check payment to:

  NYSDSC 

  PO Box 74

  Camillus, NY 13031-0074

  Enjoying Lake George:
  Lake George is a beautiful area with lots to discover, most of which is within walking distance. Some notable destinations are listed below:

  Places to eat and drink:

  • Charlie’s Bar & Kitchen (located right on-site)
  • The Lagoon for lakeside dining and wood-fired pizza
  • 163 Taproom and The Garrison for a cozy pub atmosphere

  Places to relax:

  • Shepard Park is just steps away with its own beach and amphitheater
  • The hotel's own rooftop terrace with lake views
  • The Lake George shoreline itself is great for a peaceful stroll

  Places to explore:

  • Fort William Henry Museum for a dose of history
  • Lake George Steamboat Company for a scenic cruise
  • Mystery Spot located near the lake's edge
  • More activities listed on the hotel's website

  
  

  For additional information, contact registration@nysdsc.org

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• NYSDSC Spring Conference 2026 VENDOR REGISTRATION

  • When
    June 10, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    Courtyard by Marriott, 365 Canada St, Lake George, NY 13845
  • Registered
    8 registrants

  Register

  NYSDSC - Spring '26 Conference 

  Date: June 8th to June 11th 2026
  Venue: Courtyard by Marriott, 365 Canada St, Lake George, NY 13845
  Vendor Display Day: June 10th, 2026

  
  

  Vendor Displays:

  • Vendors are invited to display and demonstrate their wares on the Wednesday (June 10th, 2026) of the conference inside the hotel. Please notify registration@nysdsc.org if you need accommodations or need further information.
  • The base fee for exhibitors is $300.00 per table, which includes access to one table, and electricity for Wednesday, for up to two representatives per table.
  • An additional table can be requested at an additional cost of $50 per table. 
  • Your registration will include your for the Wine, Beer & Cheese Reception. 

  Lodging:

  • Contact the hotel directly to make lodging reservations and ask for the NYS Disability Services Council room block.
  • Booking cost is $179 per night for NYSDSC members up to availability, through Monday, May 7th, 2026.
  • Rates will be between $199 - $209 after that date. 

  Presenting:

  • If you are interested in presenting, complete the Call for proposals form by March 3rd, 2026.
    
  • All vendors who are presenting must register for the conference. Each organization only needs to register once, but must add "guests" for any additional attendees and/or presenters.
  • Create all conference material with accessibility in mind and in accordance with Title II ADA standards. 
  • Send all presentations to registration@nysdsc.org with the subject line: "NYSDSC Conference Materials June 2026" no later than May 22nd, 2026.

  Payment:

  • If paying by Check, please complete the registration online, to generate the invoice, and mail check payment to:

  NYSDSC 

  PO Box 74

  Camillus, NY 13031-0074

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