Registration available here!What:Connecting to the work that has been carried on during the last five years to successfully andcomprehensively implement Indian Education for All across Montana’s diverse communities, the theme for this year’s conference will explore the importance of crossing cultural and community divides to establish strong and productive relationships.
Please consider sharing your knowledge and experiences related to this topic by submitting a conference presentation proposal. The Call for Proposals form will be available until December 30.
The Indian Education Division and Office of Public Instruction will also be soliciting nominations for an important opportunity – the Advocacy Award for Excellence in Indian Education for All, in honor of one of Montana’s finest educators, Teresa Veltkamp. Nomination forms for the award will be available December 15th at OPI Indian Education Hot Topics. Please give consideration to this opportunity to acknowledge anoutstanding educator’s efforts in the promotion of and steadfast support for Indian Education for All.
When:February 27-28, 2012Where:Billings, MTCrowne Plaza HotelContact:Joan FrankePhone: 406-444-3694
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Rhythmic Balance/Auditory/Vision/Exercises - Helena - Aug. 7-8, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download the brochure with registration information (PDF) What:
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 200 Balance/Auditory/Vision exercises, of varied complexity, most of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. These crossing midline exercises require full-body coordination and focused attention. The program utilizes beanbags, racquetballs, balance boards, and multiple principles and activities from Educational Kinesiology for crossing midline. It demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge and fosters self-esteem….and it is FUN! This is a hands-on workshop and you will be moving and learning, so wear something comfortable and bring a water bottle. Participants will complete Levels 1, 2, and Adaptive Bal-a-Vis-X instruction. Who Should Attend: Administrators, Principals, Regular and Special Educators, School Psychologists, Teachers, Social Workers, Therapists - OT/PT/SLP, Paraprofessionals Parents When:
August 7-8, 2012 Where:
Smith Elementary School
2320 5th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601 Contact:
Denielle Miller
3929 Baxter
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-4970
Get In the Picture: Connecting with Efforts to Improve Community and Employment Outcome... - 0 views
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Click here to enter the webinar (dial 1-800-201-2375) Participant code 434706# What:
This webinar will showcase many exciting national initiatives which promote integrated, competitive employment for transitioning youth with disabilities such as the National Governor's Association's A Better Bottom Line: Employment of People with Disabilities, the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation Transition and Employment priorities, Employment First, Administration on Developmental Disabilities Systems Change Projects, Social Security Administration: Youth Demonstration Projects, and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration efforts. Participants will learn about the goals of each initiative, cross-stakeholder engagement, how to connect to state and local projects, where to tap into resources, and have an opportunity for dialogue. When:
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge
Apps for the iPad with Word Bank and Word Prediction Support - Webinar - Mar. 25, 2013 - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar
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This session will covers apps with supports for writing that allow you to create word banks and apps that contain options for word prediction, voice recognition and text-to-speech, as well as options for switch access. Learn which apps allow for adding image and symbol support in word banks, which apps can export word banks for use on other iPads and which apps are a cross-platform program (computer iPad), allowing you to create on computer for use on both computer and iPad and more. When:
Monday, March 25, 2013
9:00 am - 10:30 am Mountain Cost:
$55.00 single participant fee, no cancelations or refunds. Group discounts available.
Exploring the Cultural Dimensions of Conflict - Webinar - Feb. 28, 2013 - 0 views
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Every society is riddled with conflict. Conflict is inevitable and different cultures have different ways of dealing with conflict within and outside the group. This session explores the cultural dimensions of conflict and will provide an international perspective on exploring, negotiating with, and resolving a cross-cultural conflict. The presenter, Professor Sukh Singh, Associate Director, Willamette University Center for Dispute Resolution, will share experiences, suggest tools, and provide a set of readings. When:
Thursday, February 28, 2013
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge
Understanding our Differences, Valuing our Connections - Building and Maintaining Cultu... - 0 views
Joining Together to Protect Our Children - Great Falls - Nov 30th thru Dec 2nd, 2011 - 1 views
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Click here to registerWhat:A conference about the best practices and cross cultural responses to child abuse and neglect. Sponsored and hosted by the Child and Family Services program, Blackfeet Nation. Registration fee: $100.00 per person When:November 30th, thru December 2nd, 2011Where:Hilton Garden Inn2520 14th St SWGreat Falls, MT406-452-1000 Contact: Loretta Rex or Alane Calflooking @ 406-338-5171 or 406-338-5181
Maintaining Accessibility Across Technology Platforms - Webinar - Dec. 16, 2013 - 0 views
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The student has used the same computer year after year. Suddenly, a rush of new technology filters its way into the classroom! Which apps and programs have functionalities that "cross all platforms," from computer to IOS to the Android platform, with switch, text-to-speech, word banks and more? Examples demonstrated will include creating switch access to an eBook on a computer, switch access to that same eBook on an iPad and Android device, text-to-speech support for a writing document when starting on one platform, then moving to another to continue writing and more.
When:
Monday, December 16, 2013
9:00 am - 10:30 am Mountain
Cost:
$55.00 per person
Intensive Co-Occurring Services - Helena - July 23-25, 2013 - 0 views
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Participants will: Increase knowledge of current research on youth with co-occurring disorders, Be able to differentiate developmental considerations separating youth from adults with co-occurring disorders, Identify the multiple functional impacts of co-occurring disorders on youths, families and the community, Target risk and safety factors that impact functioning of youth with co-occurring disorders, Identify key protective factors that promote recovery environments with youth with co-occurring disorders, Increase utilization of resiliency-oriented engagement strategies with youth and family members, Understand how to utilize cross-system approaches to facilitate youth functioning across multiple life-domains, Understand the assessment of youth with co-occurring disorders from an integrative perspective, Understand how to structure interventions from a holistic and integrated perspective, Recognize and prepare for ethical concerns unique to youth with co-occurring disorders.
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July 23-25, 2013
Where:
Community Services Building
3240 Dredge Drive
Helena, MT 59602
Contact:
Joelle Johnson, 406-457-4793 or joellej@intermountain.org
Building World Views Using Traditional Cultures and Google Earth - Missoula - Feb. 11 &... - 0 views
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This workshop will provide an introduction to the PLACE NAMES project, an interdisciplinary unit that integrateds Indian Education into Science, Social Studies and Communication Arts using technology. The focus of the Place Names Project is to build cross-cultural relationships between traditional Bitterroot Salish and Pend d'Oreille world views and science using Google Earth and tribal cultures.
BookMyne - PLUK library and other Montana libraries searchable through iPhone - 0 views
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As libraries evolve to meet the needs of their information-overloaded user base, the SirsiDynix development team actively expands its offerings for on-the-go library users. Among this development is the industry-leading SirsiDynix BookMyne™ iPhone application, bringing convenient, social-savvy library functionality into your users’ everyday activities. In addition to providing mobile access to in-demand library information, holdings and services, BookMyne 2.1 offers a myriad of patron-pleasing features including: Barcode scanning capability, so library users can scan the barcode of a book at a bookstore or friend’s home and retrieve availability information on the book at the patron’s library of choice; Social recommendation engine powered via Goodreads, enabling iPhone or iPod Touch users to search library holding for friend-recommended reads; New York Times best seller list cross-referencing, enabling users to immediately cross-check the best seller list with library holdings and place holds remotely; Enhanced account interaction, including the ability for library users to view fines and fees on their Apple mobile device.
Autistic Tampa Student Will Attend His Neighborhood Middle School | StateImpact Florida - 0 views
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After waiting 57 days since the school year began, Henry Frost will be able to cross the street and walk less than the length of two football fields to attend his neighborhood middle school.
The overcomers - farmers with disabilities - 0 views
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When Oscar Pistorius crossed the finish line in last place in the 400-meter event at the 2012 Summer Olympics, his fans were elated.Pistorius, a South African who runs on carbon fiber prosthetics, made history by becoming the first double amputee to compete. Simply finishing the race was a victory.“I didn't grow up thinking I had a disability,” he says. “I grew up thinking I had different shoes.”American farmers go to work daily in a highly hazardous occupation without attracting much fuss or fanfare. But more than 1 million individuals working in agriculture today have physical disabilities that affect their essential tasks, according to a study in the Journal of AgroMedicine.
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) - Dedicated to advancing understanding, accep... - 0 views
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About the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network Mission Statement: The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement in the world of autism. Drawing on the principles of the cross-disability community on issues such as inclusive education, community living supports and others, ASAN seeks to organize the community of Autistic adults and youth to have our voices heard in the national conversation about us. In addition, ASAN seeks to advance the idea of neurological diversity, putting forward the concept that the goal of autism advocacy should not be a world without Autistic people. Instead, it should be a world in which Autistic people enjoy the same access, rights and opportunities as all other citizens. Working in fields such as public policy, media representation, research and systems change, ASAN hopes to empower Autistic people across the world to take control of their own lives and the future of our common community. Nothing About Us, Without Us!
TextED - texting and relationships - 0 views
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Welcome to TextEd.ca, your online source for everything textual. Get the 411 on texting and relationships, including healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, how to deal with harassment, and how to cope with stress. Through a variety of games and activities you can test your texting knowledge, find out how to use this great technology safely, and learn what to do when someone crosses the line.
FCTD | Where Do We Go as a Field to Help All Learners Succeed? - 0 views
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Crossing the Technology Bridge -- Where Do We Go as a Field to Help All Learners Succeed?An Interview with Ruth Ziolkowski, President and Chief Operating Officer, Don Johnston, Incorporated
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This month the Family Center is pleased to feature the insights of Ruth Ziolkowski, President and CEO of the Don Johnston Company, a leading assistive technology firm that recently celebrated its 30th year in business. Don Johnston, and the company that bears his name, are known for literacy software programs, tools, devices and professional development services aimed at supporting students with cognitive, physical and learning challenges. We asked Ms. Ziolkowski to comment on various aspects of the AT field, including where it is headed in K-12 education.
Bal-A-Vis-X Workshop: Rhythmic Balance/Auditory/Vision/Exercises - Belgrade - Aug. 11-1... - 0 views
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Click here to download the flyer (PDF) What: Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 200 Balance/Auditory/Vision exercises, of varied complexity, most of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. These exercises require full-body coordination and focused attention. The program utilizes beanbags, racquetballs, balance boards, and multiple principles and activities from Educational Kinesiology for crossing midline. It demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge and fosters self-esteem….and it is FUN! Who Should Attend: Administrators, Principals, Regular and Special Educators, School Psychologists, Teachers, Social Workers, Therapists – OT/PT/SLP, Paraprofessionals, and Parents When: August 11-12, 2011 Day 1 & 2: 8:00 – 5:00 pm Lunch Provided – 30 minute break Location: Ridge View Elementary School 117 Green Belt Drive Belgrade, Montana Cost: Registration Cost - $150 17 hours of instruction Full Two-day attendance required Registration limited to 60 Participants must be over age 18 Contact for More Information: Denielle Miller 3929 Baxter Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 587-4970
MN | Land of 10,000 Stories: Star runner battles autism one step at a time - 0 views
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n high school cross country, there are names for people like Andrew Gerdts - gifted, dedicated and strong. But the memory of the high school junior from Le Sueur-Henderson is seared with another name: "I just dislike the word retarded, or retard," says Andrew softly. The boy with his name in lights on his school's electronic sign wishing him well on at state, has lived most of life defined by a word in a report: autism. "He was not actually diagnosed with autism until the summer after third grade," says Andrew's mother.
For Children With Autism, Opening a Door to Dental Care - NYTimes.com - 0 views
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Unlike previous dentists, Dr. Luedemann-Lazar didn’t suggest that Camryn would need to be sedated or immobilized. Instead, she suggested weekly visits to help her learn to be cooperative, step by step, with lots of breaks so she wouldn’t be overwhelmed. Bribery helped. If she sat calmly for 10 seconds, her reward was listening to a snippet of a Beyoncé song on her sister’s iPod. This month, Camryn sat still in the chair, hands crossed on her lap, for no less than 25 minutes through an entire cleaning — her second ever — even as purple-gloved hands hovered near her face, holding a noisy tooth polisher.
New grants fund cross-lifespan services research for autism spectrum disorder - 0 views
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Developing effective, real-world-ready approaches to providing early diagnosis, treatment, and supportive services for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the goal of 12 research grants awarded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). These grants are part of a broad research effort to provide models for the delivery of needed services to children, youth, and adults with ASD, across different communities and care settings, appropriate to each age and individual. NIMH is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
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Insurance Commissioner Monica J. Lindeen announced plans for a second public hearing on the proposed acquisition of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBS) by Chicago-based Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC). A previous hearing on February 12 gave the public an opportunity to weigh in on the proposal, which converts Montana's largest non-profit health insurer to a for-profit subsidiary of the nation's fourth largest health insurance company. Former Montana Supreme Court Justice W. William Leaphart will serve as the hearing examiner.
At the March 12 hearing, representatives from BCBS and HCSC will make their case that the proposed acquisition is in the public's interest and in compliance with state law. Both the Commissioner and the Attorney General will have an opportunity to call expert witnesses to evaluate the proposal.
When:
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
9:00 am Mountain Where:
Montana Supreme Court
215 N. Sanders, 4th Floor
Helena, MT 59601 Contact:
The public is encouraged to submit comments in person at the March 12 hearing or in writing. Written comment should be sent to:
Jesse Laslovich
Chief Legal Counsel
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
840 Helena Avenue
Helena, MT 59601