Welcome to PBL World 2023! We’re delighted to have you join us for this multi-day immersive experience. We have created this guide as your one-stop shop to have the best PBL World experience possible.
If you have any questions leading up to the event, please contact events@pblworks.org. Let’s dive in!
Checklist
The Essentials
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Save the conference address
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Book your travel arrangements
- Double check your registration information
- Know when you can check in at the conference
- Review the conference schedule
- Review the campus map and driving directions
- Review the email from your Workshop Facilitator (will be sent three days before the conference)
What to Pack
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Layers of clothing: Temperatures in Napa Valley can fluctuate by as much as 40 degrees Fahrenheit in a single day. In June, temperatures can reach the upper 80’s during the day, and dip as low as the mid 40’s in the evenings. We encourage you to bring sunscreen and a reusable water bottle. We also recommend bringing a jacket for the cooler mornings and evenings, and for workshops, which are held in air-conditioned rooms.
- Your learning hat 😉 and a wearable hat to shield you from the hot weather as well.
- Computer (and all computer essentials like chargers)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Reusable Water Bottle
- COVID-19 masks (optional)
PBL World 2023 Address
American Canyon High School (ACHS)
3000 Newell Drive
American Canyon, CA 94503
Important Tip: To get to ACHS, be sure to stay on Newell Drive to access the parking lot and event entrance. Do not take American Canyon Road past Newell Drive; that route takes you to the side of the school property.
Getting to American Canyon High School
American Canyon High School is located in American Canyon, California, 12 miles south of Napa. Ground transportation is needed for this event and for the Gather and Graze event in downtown Napa. All of the three airports have rental car centers close by. Hotels do not provide shuttle services.
Here are some options for you to consider:
- Oakland Airport (OAK) - 40 miles from Napa County: https://www.oaklandairport.com/ground-transportation/car-rentals/
- San Francisco Airport (SFO) - 47 miles Napa County: https://www.flysfo.com/passengers/ground-transportation/rental-cars
- Sacramento Airport (SMF) - 58.4 miles from Napa County: https://www.sacramento-airport.com/car-rental.php#/searchcars
As you’ve likely already taken care of your travel arrangements, we wanted to provide you with some helpful information regarding the distances between Napa Valley area hotels and our event venue, American Canyon High School. See table below for distances in detail.
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Hotel |
Distance to Event |
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1.5 miles |
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2 miles |
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2.1 miles |
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2.2 miles |
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3 miles |
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5 miles |
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7 miles |
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9 miles |
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9 miles |
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9.5 miles |
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9.8 miles |
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11 miles |
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12.1 miles |
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13 miles |
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14 miles |
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14.6 miles |
How to Review Your Registration Details
To review your registration details, you will need to log in to your account using your registration confirmation number.
Your confirmation number was sent in an email with the subject line: Registration Confirmed - PBL World 2023.
Unable to locate your confirmation email?
- Go to the Registration page. Click here.
- Click on the “Summary” at the upper right corner or “Already registered?” underneath the “Register Now” button at the bottom of the page.
- Click “Forgot your confirmation number?” and enter the email you used to register for the event.
If you need any help accessing your registration details, please contact events@pblworks.org.
Conference Check-In
Event check-in will take place onsite at American Canyon High School. This year, we have 1,500 participants joining us for PBL World 2023. We highly encourage Conference participants who arrive in Napa before the first day of the Conference (Tuesday, June 27) to check in on Monday, June 26. We will be available on Monday until 6:00 p.m. for those who want to check-in early and avoid Tuesday morning lines.
Pre-Conference Participants:
- Monday, June 26, 2023: 6:30-8:55 a.m.
Non Pre-Conference Participants:
- Monday, June 26, 2023: 12-6 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 27, 2023: 6:30-7:55 a.m.
Conference Schedule
Click here for additional information regarding the conference schedule.
Monday, June 26 — Pre-Conference
- 6:30-8:55 a.m. - Check-in (Building A)
- 7:30-8:30 a.m. - Light breakfast (Building B, Cafeteria)
- 9 a.m.-12 p.m. - Workshops
- 12-1 p.m. - Lunch (Building B, Cafeteria)
- 1-4 p.m.- Workshops
- 12-6 p.m.- Check-in for Conference Participants (Building A)
- Evening at leisure
Tuesday, June 27 — Conference Day 1
- 6:30-7:55 a.m.- Check-in (Building A)
- 7:30-7:55 a.m.- Light breakfast (Building B, Cafeteria)
- 8-8:45 a.m.- Keynote Address from Dr. Jason Glass, Kentucky Commissioner of Education (Building G, Gymnasium)
- 9 a.m. to lunch - Workshops
- 11-1:30 p.m.- Staggered Lunches (Building B, Cafeteria)
- End of lunch to 4 p.m.- Workshops
- 5:00-6:30 p.m.- Welcome Reception & PBL Champions Awards at Copia in Downtown Napa.
Wednesday, June 28 — Conference Day 2
- 7:30-7:55 a.m.- Light breakfast (Building B, Cafeteria)
- 8:00-8:45 a.m.- Student Panel from ARISE High School, Oakland, CA
- 9 a.m. to lunch - Workshops
- 11-1:30- Staggered Lunch (Building B, Cafeteria)
- End of lunch to 4 p.m.: Workshops
- Explore Napa with your friends & colleagues!
Thursday, June 29 — Conference Day 3
- 7:30-7:55 a.m.- Light breakfast (Building B, Cafeteria)
- 8 a.m. to lunch- Workshops
- 10:30 a.m: 1:00 p.m - Staggered Lunch (Building B, Cafeteria)
- End of lunch to 3 p.m.- Workshops
- Explore Napa with your friends & colleagues!
Campus Map and Driving Directions
American Canyon High School
3000 Newell Drive
American Canyon, CA 94503
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
PBL World’s sponsors provide valuable support to help advance transformation in education for all students. Learn more about this year’s sponsors.
For information about becoming a PBL World sponsor, view our sponsorship deck. To become a sponsor, contact Sally Kingston, Chief Impact Officer, at sally@pblworks.org.
