National Association of State Directors of Migrant Education | The Official Guide to

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Looking east from Portland’s West Hills provides a great view of downtown, with majestic Mount Hood in the distance.

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We invite you to join us in one of our most popular destinations, Portland, Oregon! Learn from experts and from each other and rededicate ourselves to migratory students and families.

Dear National Association of State Directors of Migrant Education:

I am honored that the National Association of State Directors of Migrant Education selected Portland as the host city for your 2024 National Migrant Education Conference. I know that you had many destinations to choose from, and we at Travel Portland are so excited to host your meeting.

In Portland, we pride ourselves on having something to offer everyone. Find it all tax-free — from excellent hotels and meeting facilities to outstanding restaurants and great shopping at local boutiques and major retailers. The City of Roses also has a thriving arts community, internationally acclaimed local wines and microbrews, intriguing history, and incredible scenic wonder. Portland works hard on our eco-friendly and sustainable ethos by developing innovative public transit, preserving the area’s natural beauty, and supporting the local chefs and growers who give our food scene its one-of-a-kind flavor. That said, you may be most impressed by the friendly, professional and hospitable people you’ll meet here.

Don’t take my word for it, though — you’ll have the pleasure of experiencing it firsthand. We look forward to welcoming the National Association of State Directors of Migrant Education and the 2024 National Migrant Education Conference (and you!) to Portland.

Best regards,
Jeff Miller
President and CEO

Get Excited! You’re Coming to Portland.

Accommodations and Venues

The hotels below offer special room rates for this conference. Please see the event website for booking instructions. Conference hotel rates can only be applied to rooms booked through the official reservation process outlined on the event website.

Hotel Information

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Dining in Downtown Portland

Downtown Portland restaurants run the gamut — you’ll find everything from budget lunch options at a multitude of food carts to delicious fine dining at acclaimed dinner spots in central city.

Flying Elephants, a Portland-local chain offers deli fare from a fresh salad or sandwich with classic pastries to sate the sweet tooth. Head to Q Restaurant & Bar with electric menus featuring dishes inspired by Pacific Northwest cuisine. Relax into a leather armchair at Multnomah Whiskey Library, where expert staff offers recommendations from 1,500 available spirits

Using the MAX Light Rail

Every attendee will receive a TriMet Hop Fastpass to help them get around the city during the conference. TriMet is Portland’s public transportation system and Travel Portland provides passes that can be used on our light rail, streetcars and buses. Make sure to stop by registration or the Travel Portland Welcome Desk at the Oregon Convention Center to pick up a card. Learn more about how to use the cards here.

Know Before You Go

Visit TriMet’s website for more information on fares, navigating the city and possible disruptions of MAX service.

Portland Perks

Not only is everything tax-free in Portland, our partners from a few local born-and-bred brands are offering you exclusive discounts! Take advantage of these added savings when you come to Portland.