Let's keep IDEA PTA alive with renewed parent input and involvement.
The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Mary Hall of PLUK, which is located at 380 Keith, which is the NW corner of Keith and Hilda in the University area.
Several of our wonderful MT CAAN members have already brainstormed some exciting ideas as to how parents can unite with enlightened educators to utilize this group as an important vehicle by which:
Parents can gain the empowerment and voice they should have in the special education process and at school, generally;
We can work together systematically to achieve the kind of meaningful changes, opportunities, and supports that we want and need to see in the school environment, so that all children, regardless of diversity, get the free and appropriate education they are due by law and that they deserve by human right.
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Autism/Asperger's Parent Support Group - Helena - Dec. 12, 2010 - 0 views
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Click here to download the flyer (PDF) What: Autism/Asperger’s Parent Support Group When: Sunday, December 12, 3:00 pm Where: Lewis & Clark Library Helena, MT Contact Nanette at 449-6607 or e-mail 5holmes@q.com for more information! Meet other parents who are facing the challengesthat come with raising a child on the Autism Spectrum!
Autism/Asperger's Parent Support Group - Helena - Nov. 14, 2010 - 0 views
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Click here to download the flyer (PDF) What: Autism/Asperger’s Parent Support Group When: Sunday, November 14, 3:00 pm Where: Lewis & Clark Library Helena, MT Contact Nanette at 449-6607 or e-mail 5holmes@q.com for more information! Meet other parents who are facing the challengesthat come with raising a child on the Autism Spectrum!
Family Solutions Parent Support Group - Kalispell - March 29, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download the flyer (PDF) Who We Are:
Family Solutions is a group of parents and caregivers of children with mental health issues who meet once a month for the purpose of confidentially supporting one another and sharing resources. All are welcome to join with us and share experiences and lessons they've learned along the way. When:
March 29, 2012
6:00pm - 7:30pm Where:
The Summit (Conference Room 1)
205 Sunnyview Lane
Kalispell MT Who to Contact:
If you have questions, contact Kristy Negri by phone at 406-261-2440 or by e-mail at kristy.negri@pluk.org. Additional Information:
A light dinner will be provided.
Please RSVP Kristy, either by phone or e-mail, if you will be attending.
Schools Must Do More to Involve Parents, Students in IEP Process - On Special Education... - 0 views
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Parents and students with disabilities aren't as involved in the process of mapping out their goals with schools as much as they should be, although federal law intends for parents and school staff to work together on these plans, a new study finds. The study, published this month online in the Journal of Disability Policy Studies, found that participation in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings varied based on the type of disability a student has, their family income, and their racial or ethnic background. Parents of students who had demonstrated "challenging" behavior at school, or who had poor social skills, reported they found meetings about their IEPs or transition from high school to college or work less than satisfactory, the authors found.
Student Accommodations: The Role of Parents and Advocates - Webinar - March 14, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar What: This webinar addresses the frequently confusing topic of student accommodations. Specifically, the presentation reveals how ambiguous accommodations can be - and how to select appropriate accommodations for each individual. The goal of this webinar is to present a model that can be used collaboratively by advocates, parents, students, and teachers to identify unambiguous accommodations. Webinar participants will: Learn the legal bases for accommodations and their purpose. Explore examples of ambiguous accommodations, which might actually hinder, rather than support the individual. Apply the research-based Explicit Accommodations Model to select appropriate accommodations that are clear to all. Learn strategies to enhance clarity when reviewing accommodations during IEP meetings. In preparation for the webinar, participants are requested to consider the commonly used accommodation "preferential seating." If you chose this for a student's IEP, exactly where should next year's teacher seat this child? Time is provided for questions from participants. When: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 12:00pm - 1:30pm Mountain
Family Solutions Parent Support Group - Libby - 3rd Wednesday of Each Month Beginning i... - 0 views
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What: This group is designed for parents & caregivers of children with mental health issues. The group meets once a month for the purpose of supporting one another and sharing resources as parents/caregivers of children with mental health issues. The group is open to the community we just ask that personal information be kept confidential. We periodically will have resources come and talk about what resources they offer. A representative from PLUK attends each meeting. When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month 5:00pm Mountain Where: Families in Partnership 83 Collins Ave. Libby, MT
30 more ridiculous comments heard at an IEP Meeting | Friendship Circle -- Special Need... - 0 views
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Last week Dennise Goldberg a special education advocate and mother of a child with special needs shared the Top Ten Most Ridiculous Comments Heard at an IEP Meeting. Apparently many parents can relate as the post has been shared over 1,000 times and over 50 parents shared their own IEP experiences. We took 30 of these comments and are re-posting them here for you to read, share and comment on.
Billings Autism Parent Support Group - Multiple Dates - 0 views
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Easter Seals-Goodwill is hosting a parent support group in the Billings area that is open to families who have a child with autism. Our goal is to provide opportunities for parents to meet, learn from and support one another and participate in discussions or presentations of interest to the group.
Autism/Asperger's Parent Support Group - Helena - Feb. 13, 2011 - 0 views
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What: Autism/Asperger’s Parent Support Group When: Sunday, February 13, 3:00 pm Where: Lewis & Clark Library Helena, MT Contact Nanette at 449-6607 or e-mail 5holmes@q.com for more information! Meet other parents who are facing the challengesthat come with raising a child on the Autism Spectrum!
Parent Support Group for Children with Autism and Sensory Issues - Helena - 1st Monday ... - 0 views
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Click here to download the full flyer for this event (PDF) What: Easter Seals-Goodwill is starting a parent support group in the Helena area. The group is open to families who have a child with autism or sensory processing issues, or any other disability. Our goal is to provide opportunities for parents to meet, learn from and support one another and to participate in discussions or presentations of interest to the group. When: 1st Monday of each month beginning September 12, 2011 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: 9 Placer Avenue2nd floor Conference RoomHelena, MT Contact:If you would be interested in participating, please contact Abbey Hood at 406-217-8768 or email abigailh@esgw.org for more information.
Autism/Asperger's Parent Support Group - Helena - April 10, 2011 - 0 views
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What: Autism/Asperger’s Parent Support Group When: Sunday, April 10, 20113:00 pm Where: Lewis & Clark Library Helena, MT Contact Nanette at 449-6607 or e-mail 5holmes@q.com for more information! Meet other parents who are facing the challengesthat come with raising a child on the Autism Spectrum!
Parents of children with special needs meet with Montana lawmakers | KRTV.com - 0 views
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GREAT FALLS -- Parents of children with special needs came together at the Capitol in Helena on Friday to advocate for improvements in Montana services for the disabled. Parents met with legislators in an effort to show them the daily struggles of getting needed services. The group met with the Children, Families, Health & Human Services Legislative Committee for a lunch before giving public testimony later in the afternoon.
Grandparent Support Group Hosts Local Speakers - Billings - January 31, 2012 - 0 views
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Read more here!What:The Yellowstone County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group will feature a special informational presentation by Bernie Hedrick from the State of Montana Youth Services Center and LeAnn Logan from Parents Let’s Unite for Kids (PLUK) at the Tuesday, Jan. 31, meeting. Hedrick and Logan will discuss how to appropriately handle some of the behavior issues that grandparents deal with in raising their grandchildren. They will also discuss how families can best access community services when help is needed.When:Tuesday, January 31, 20126:30 pmWhere:Forever Families building1411 Fourth AveBillings, MTContact:Bernie MasonPhone: 256-2828
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Read more here!What:The Yellowstone County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group will feature a special informational presentation by Bernie Hedrick from the State of Montana Youth Services Center and LeAnn Logan from Parents Let’s Unite for Kids (PLUK) at the Tuesday, Jan. 31, meeting. Hedrick and Logan will discuss how to appropriately handle some of the behavior issues that grandparents deal with in raising their grandchildren. They will also discuss how families can best access community services when help is needed.When:Tuesday, January 31, 20126:30 pmWhere:Forever Families building1411 Fourth AveBillings, MTContact:Bernie MasonPhone: 256-2828
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Read more here!What:The Yellowstone County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group will feature a special informational presentation by Bernie Hedrick from the State of Montana Youth Services Center and LeAnn Logan from Parents Let’s Unite for Kids (PLUK) at the Tuesday, Jan. 31, meeting. Hedrick and Logan will discuss how to appropriately handle some of the behavior issues that grandparents deal with in raising their grandchildren. They will also discuss how families can best access community services when help is needed.When:Tuesday, January 31, 20126:30 pmWhere:Forever Families building1411 Fourth AveBillings, MTContact:Bernie MasonPhone: 256-2828
Butte PAK Meeting - Butte, MT - Dec. 15, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to submit questions for the Meeting
What:
The purpose of Montana PAK is to develop a monthly forum for parents to collaborate and receive information about special education advocacy and the federal/state laws that protect their children. In addition, PAK aims to provide a public medium to discuss educational concerns and to raise awareness about the scope of services, as well as local resources, which are available for children. When:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Business Development Center
Conference Room 305 West Mercury St.
Butte MT Contact:
Questions? Call the PLUK office at 800-222-7585.
If you would like to attend, but need some support with child supervision, transportation, etc. just let us know and we will do our best to assist.
PAK Meeting: Legal Rights in Special Education - Great Falls - May 11, 2013 - 0 views
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Download the flyer for this event What:
Anyone wanting to know more about Legal Rights in Special Education; including parents of children who are receiving special education services in school, attorneys, providers, and district staff are invited to attend the upcoming PAK meeting featuring presenter Andree Larose Special Education Attorney
When:
Saturday, May 11, 2013
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain
Where:
Paris Gibson Education Center
2400 Central Ave
Great Falls, MT 59401
For more information contact:
Stormi Beutler
(406) 403-7033
stormi.beutler@pluk.org
PAK Meeting: Assitive Technology - Butte - May 4, 2013 - 0 views
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Download the flyer for this event What:
Anyone wanting to know more about Assistive Technology rights and processes; including parents, schools, and support staff are invited to attend the upcoming PAK meeting featuring presenter Theresa Baldry.
When:
Saturday, May 4, 2013
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain
Where:
Business Development Center, Conference Room
305 West Mercury Street
Butte, MT 59701
For more information contact:
Diana Tavary
1-406-439-5570
dtavary@pluk.org
Flathead Valley Support Group Meeting - Kalispell, MT - October 22, 2012 - 0 views
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What:
Kalispell Support Group Meeting When/Where:
Serious Ju Ju Skateworks at 1896 Airport Road
Kalispell, MT
6:30pm to 8:30pm Target Audience:
open to all parents, caregivers, professionals and kids The indoor skate park will be available for use and movies will be played on a big screen to help entertain the kids. Contact:
Tim
(406) 257-8758
Playing with a Purpose - Webinar - Aug 28, 2013 - 0 views
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Register for this webinar
What:
Using play to meet goals will address why children play and how we as therapists can plan and facilitate playful activities to help the children we work with meet their goals. Video clips of therapists in several disciplines will be used to support webinar content. This webinar will help teachers, health care providers, therapists, parents/families, and caregivers expand their knowledge on how and why children play. This information can assist children with disabilities starting from birth and carry on through their adolescence. This training will help attendees better understand play and utilize the tools that they have in their home to offer children of all abilities at any age and stage.
When:
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am Mountain
Cost:
$30 CEU-Credit, $25 Non-Credit
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Autism support group. The meeting is open to all parents, caregivers and professionals. We ask that children not attend this meeting to promote an open discussion.
When:
Friday, April 26, 2013
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mountain
Where:
Child Development Center
1725 Montana HWY 35
Kalispell, MT 59901
Cost:
Free of charge