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What:
The iPad has many apps to assist students with special needs. In this webinar, learn how free, low-cost, and specialized apps can be customized for students with diverse needs. The built-in (free) Photos and Camera apps are easily adapted for flashcards, picture books, and video modeling of social skills. Low-cost apps for books and creativity can be customized to target receptive and expressive language skills. Finally, specialized apps for articulation (e.g., ArtikPix) and literacy (e.g., StoryPals) have modules to create specific learning targets for students. Participants will learn these various implementations of iPad apps to improve individualization for their students.

When:
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
Free of charge

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The iPad has become a powerful tool in the classroom for adapting and delivering the curriculum. However, it is just as important that we provide opportunities for students to explore their creative side. This is even more important for students with diverse learning needs. There are thousands of apps that are available that provide students the opportunity to express themselves creatively. This webinar will explore some of the apps for photography, videography, music, drawing, painting and writing. We will also discuss accessibility features, file sharing and copyright. When:
Thursday, March 14, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mountain Cost:
$55.00 single participant fee, no cancelations or refunds. Group discounts available.

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Impairments in vision can result in decreased independence and safety during daily activities, including ADL, IADL, work, leisure, and social participation. Low vision rehabilitation addresses these needs for independence and safety through the optimization of residual vision, utilization of assistive technology, and adaptations to the environment to compensate for vision loss. The interaction between the person, the task, and the environment and finding the perfect balance between these key components can be challenging. This webinar will provide a greater understanding of how assistive technology can promote independence and safety during daily activities for adults with vision impairment with emphasis on understanding the dynamic interaction of person, task, and environment for clinical application. This session is intended to be at an introductory level and is appropriate for all levels of practice. When:
Thursday, April 5, 2012
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Mountain

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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

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This webinar will examine the prevalence of overweight and obesity in children with special healthcare needs and share practical strategies for prevention and treatment when working with this population. Topics to be covered include modified caloric needs, adapted physical activity, and differences in energy expenditure. This presentation will cover content relevant for providers who occasionally see children with special needs as a component of their practice as well as those who more frequently treat this population of children. When:
Thursday, July 26, 2012
12:00 - 1:00pm Mountain

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Claws...Teeth...Spots...and Stripes -- all things animals depend on for survival. Lunch and other fun activities children need to wear appropriate clothing and shoes for hiking. Parents must also provide a waiver to Outdoor Campus -- download here. When:
Saturday, October 6, 2012
10am - 1pm Mountain Where:
4500 S. Oxbow
Sioux Falls, SD

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An exciting math contest is taking place for all schools in Southwest Montana. To take part, students answer math questions on the free Sumdog website. The online games adapt to each student's level, giving everyone a fair chance of winning. Students will have fun practicing their math facts and there are prizes to be won! When:
October 12 - 18, 2012

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What:
You finally have an iPad in your classroom, but how can all your students benefit from it? How do you do it? This session will cover strategies that can be used so all students can benefit from the iPad. We will also cover iPad management, document sharing, accessibility features and more. Participants in this webinar will discover ways to utilize one or two iPads in a classroom so that all students can benefit. The iPad can provide professionals with the opportunity to individualize and customize materials for all students in the classroom. This webinar will demonstrate various apps for managing classrooms, presenting to students, creating and adapting classroom materials and various approaches to using one iPad in a classroom. This webinar will also provide information on accessibility features, device management, file sharing and copyright.

When:
Thursday, November 14, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
$55.00 per person

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What:
Adaptive ball game - all equipment provided. We will have mitts of all sizes as well as soft and hard bats, softballs, wiffle balls and an auditory ball. Everyone hits, rounds the bases and scores. Bring snacks if you like, otherwise just bring yourself!

(If there is a "stay indoors" health advisory due to thick smoke, the game will be postponed.)

When:
Saturday, August 10, 2013
11:00 am Mountain

Where:
McCormick Park
Missoula, MT

Cost:
Free of charge

Contact:
Jenny Montgomery, (406) 838-6752

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What:
This academy is intended to give the paraeducator knowledge and skills specific to the use of instructional strategies and methods in the area of math. The academy bases teaching upon the belief that paraeducators must be constantly involved in the dynamic process of analyzing the teaching environment and individual student needs for the particular level of support; degree of adaptation/accommodation or modification and which instructional methods would best facilitate learning. The academy is designed to provide these skills for use by paraeducators supporting students in inclusive classrooms, resource rooms or in self-contained classrooms.
 
When:
Thursday, October 17, 2013
8:00 am - 3:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Robins Administration, Upstairs Meeting Room
425-6th Street
Havre, MT 59501

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In this one day training, learners will focus on the multi-level comprehensive autism planning system or (CAPS) to program for students with HFA/AS. The topics will include sensory differences, cognitive differences, motor differences, and emotional vulnerability with reinforcement strategies for a comprehensive look at programming, service delivery, and progress monitoring. The attendees will leave with a new mind-set of how inclusive settings can be modified/adapted for a positive learning experience.

When:
Saturday, February 28, 2014
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Hampton Inn
2301 14th St SW
Great Falls, MT 59404

Cost:
No cost

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What:
In this one day training, learners will focus on the multi-level comprehensive autism planning system or (CAPS) to program for students with HFA/AS. The topics will include sensory differences, cognitive differences, motor differences, and emotional vulnerability with reinforcement strategies for a comprehensive look at programming, service delivery, and progress monitoring. The attendees will leave with a new mind-set of how inclusive settings can be modified/adapted for a positive learning experience.

When:
Friday, February 27, 2014
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Fifth Ave Christian Church
2015 5th Ave.
Havre, MT 59501

Cost:
No cost

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What:
Learn about iPad apps for students in early childhood such as EDA Play, Peek-a-Boo Barn, Pictello and Talkboard with additional insight on switch access and adaptations for children with visual impairments using the iPad. 

When:
Thursday, December 5th 2013
2:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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