Boise Centre

850 W. Front Street Boise, ID 83702

(208) 336-8900

 
Wednesday, Feb. 5 – Friday, Feb. 7

45-90 minute breakout sessions
Featuring sessions from:
  • Partner organizations NCCE and ID STEM Action Center
  • Trainers from Google, Apple & Microsoft
  • And many more!
Also featuring:
  • Exhibit Hall with 90+ Vendors
  • Fun & Games
  • Prizes
  • And much more!
Only $50 a day. For lunch each day, we encourage attendees to explore the many food options around the Boise Centre.  Keep in mind, Boise Centre does not allow outside food and beverages in the conference center.
 

Keynote Speakers

Wednesday, Feb. 5th Getting (AI)borne: Navigating the Turbulence Between IT and Instruction in the Age of AI. Eric Cross is a full-time middle school science and technology teacher for Albert Einstein Academies, International Baccalaureate schools. He is Adjunct Professor of Technology and Learning, and Science Methods at the University of San Diego in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences, a Google Certified Innovator, Exploratorium Teacher Leader, host of the Amplify podcast Science Connections, and co-host of the podcast Beyond My Years.  
IETA has worked with the hotels listed below to provide special rates for vendors and attendees.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott

2025 Rate King – One King Bed and Sofa Sleeper $137.00 Double Queen Suites – Two Queen Beds $137.00
Phone Number (208) 429-8881
Amenities Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet, Indoor Pool and Spa, complimentary Parking, complimentary upgraded Wi-Fi, On site Laundry and Dry Cleaning, complimentary Shuttle to and from Airport
Hotel Details Learn more about TownePlace here

Grove Hotel

2025 Rate $229+ Tax
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Booking Link Reserve your room here.
Reservation Deadline January 6, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Downtown

2025 Rate $189+ Tax per night
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Reservation Link Reserve your room here
Reservation Deadline January 13, 2025

Home 2 Suites

2025 Rate $179+ Tax
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Phone Number 208-336-8277
Amenities Free hot breakfast, free WiFi, non-smoking rooms, fitness center, indoor pool, business center
Reservation Deadline January 8, 2025 or until filled
Reservation Reserve your room here.

Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown Boise

2025 Rate $165 Standard Guest Room + 13% Tax
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Phone Number (208) 331-1900
Amenities Free hot breakfast, free WiFi, non-smoking rooms, fitness center, indoor pool, business center, and discounted parking
Reservation Link TBD
Reservation Deadline January 17, 2025
Hotel Details Reserve your room here.

Residence Inn Boise Downtown/University

2025 Rate $239
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Phone Number 208-344-1200
Reservation Deadline January 14, 2025
Hotel Details Complimentary continental breakfast, WiFi, outdoor pool and fitness center, business center, Free on-site parking per night parking, distance from boise center: .9 miles or 19-minute walk
Reservation Link Reserve your room here.

Courtyard by Marriott Boise West/Meridian Inn

2025 Rate 15% off Going Rate
Rooms Reserved Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Nights
Amenities 145 guest rooms (93 doubles / 46 kings / 6 king suites), our onsite event space (4,284 sq ft), and all common areas. Those areas include our indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center and Bistro that offers healthy choices, a variety of breakfast and dinner options, an evening bar, and specialty beverages made with Starbucks® coffee
Reservation Deadline TBD
Hotel Details Learn more.
Phone Number (208) 888-0800

SpringHill Suites Boise Park Center

2025 Rate $139-149 per night
Reservation Deadline January 17, 2025
Hotel Details Group rate available 3 days pre/post event based upon availablity, complimentary airport shuttle based on availability, complimentary parking, complimentary full american breakfast, complimentary wifi.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

2025 Rate $139 per night
Reservation Deadline January 6, 2025
Hotel Details Group rate available 3 days pre/post event based upon availablity, complimentary airport shuttle based on availability, complimentary parking, complimentary full american breakfast, complimentary wifi.

Residence Inn Boise

2025 Rate $229 per night
Reservation Deadline January 16, 2025
Hotel Details Group rate available 3 days pre/post event based upon availablity, complimentary airport shuttle based on availability, complimentary parking, complimentary full american breakfast, complimentary wifi.
The nearest parking garages to the conference are shown above. View short-term parking rates here.
We encourage attendees to explore and take advantage of the many food options around the Boise Centre. Some close and quick options are:
  • The Warehouse Food Hall (with over 15 food vendors)
  • Costa Vida
  • Five Guys
  • Panda Express
  • Mod Pizza
  • Chipotle Mexican
  • Boise Fry Company
View map here.

Outside Food and/or Drink Boise Centre does not allow outside food or drink into the conference center–please finish your morning coffee before entering the center.  There will be water, coffee, and tea available throughout the day in the lobbies of both the East and West buildings.  There will also be a coffee cart in the West building lobby where one may purchase coffee drinks, soda, bottled water, and a variety of snack items and hot breakfast items–breakfast item selection varies by day.  There will also be afternoon snacks in the Sponsor Hall on Wednesday and Thursday.
Coming soon.
IETA Membership
Annual membership in the Idaho Education Technology Association is individual. IETA is a non-profit organization and its operating activities are funded solely through membership fees. Your continued support of IETA is greatly appreciated. The purpose of the Association shall be promoting and facilitating the use of technology in Idaho education. The Association shall promote, facilitate and sustain technology and all its users while enhancing the education of Idaho’s students for tomorrow’s technology. Any Idaho K-12 public school employee or public school district appointed representative who is desirous of promoting the interest of the IETA and sharing in its work shall be eligible for membership and may be an active member paying the annual dues as provided in the Bylaws. An active member shall be entitled to vote, hold office, participate in all activities of the Association, and receive publications and other services of the Association. Active members are also invited to attend regional meetings. IETA is divided into 6 regions and each region holds informative meetings about utilizing technology in education. These meetings usually have State Department of Education updates, vendors showing how to best utilize their products, and districts collaborating on technology use. Membership provides access to the IETA Slack channels.  Members are able to communiate about a variety of topics with other members throughout the state. Membership also provides access to IETA Grant opportunities.  A member may sponsor 1 grant proposal per year.  IETA gives out over $10,000 in grants each year. Districts with at least one IETA member are granted access to COSN: The Consortium for School Networking. For more info about IETA: www.idahoedtech.org/ Membership can be purchased with conference registration.  Please use the link below if you would prefer to purchase membership outside the conference.   Become a member

For the most up to date grant information, please visit https://www.idahoedtech.org/grants-application/

Attendees may cancel by January 19, 2025 for a full refund. Cancellations on or after January 19, 2025 will not be refunded.