The Response-to-Intervention (RtI) movement is enabling public education in the United States to evolve from a reactive model in which students had to seriously deteriorate before being moved on to special education programs, to one that emphasizes early and high-quality research-based interventions in regular programs that generate useful data with which to make key decisions for each struggling student. This evolution, however, has taken place against a backdrop of legal requirements for special education referrals and evaluations that remain almost unchanged from those of more than 30 years ago. The meeting of RtI innovations and the traditional child-find requirement of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) has many scratching their heads over exactly how the rules fit into the modern intervention era. Both the misconceptions that have become commonplace, as well as the legal disputes created by this juncture, make one wonder whether we truly grasp the fundamental child-find obligation of the IDEA in its present context.
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Interventions that Work: Key to Effective Literacy Interventions for Students in Grades... - 0 views
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Click here to download the updated flier for this event Click here to register for this event online The Havre training has been CANCELLED and we will have one day in Great Falls (February 5) Please note: Registrations for the workshop taken through January 31, 2013 What: This one day seminar will examine the research base and how to apply it in crafting school based interventions to support improved literacy for struggling students, including English learners and students with learning disabilities. Using the latest meta-analysis from the Center on Instruction. Participants will examine the 4 keys to providing effective interventions and explore practical examples re: how to apply these principles at their school sites. In terms of RtI, this seminar will focus on Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. When/Where: February 5, 2013 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain Hampton Inn 2301 14th Street Southwest Great Falls, MT 59404 Cost: FREE TRAINING FOR: CSPD Region II General and Special Educators, Paraprofessionals, Agency Personnel, Parents and others who work with older students. Participation by individuals from outside of Region II is welcome; however, a $25.00 per person fee is required for the workshop. Region II consists of the counties of Cascade, Teton, Pondera, Toole, Glacier, Liberty, Hill, Blaine, and Chouteau. Contact: cspd@havre.k12.mt.us Aileen Couch, Coordinator, REGION II CSPD PO Box 7791 Havre, MT 59501 Phone: (406) 265-4356 ext. 322
Pyramid Response to Intervention Workshop - Billings - June 12, 2014 - 0 views
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Response to Intervention (RTI) is our best hope to ensure high levels of learning for all children. RTI's underlying premise is that schools should not delay providing help for struggling students until they fall far enough behind to qualify for special education, but instead should provide timely, targeted, systematic interventions to all students who demonstrate need. Understand why RTI is most effective when implemented on the foundation of a Professional Learning Community (PLC). Learn how to create three tiers of interventions-from basic to intensive-to address student learning gaps and how to make RTI work in your school.
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Thursday, June 12, 2014
8:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain
Where:
MSU Billings, College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Dr
Billings, MT 59101
Cost:
No cost, lunch on your own
Games as Interventions - Multiple Locations - Dec 11-12, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download Games as Interventions Registration Form
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Spend the day playing games that are easy to implement in a classroom, while tutoring, after school, or in a home situation-most only involve dice and cards. Interventions can be fun and they don't have to be traditional. They do need to be skill specific, however. The day will be spent playing games and connecting these games to Montana Common Core Math Content. Time will be dedicated to gearing up and gearing down skills of a variety of games so that you can use games from your background when you get back to your site. Don't bring papers to grade or lamination to cut out to this training…...you won't have time! When/Where:
Dec 11, 2012
Hampton Inn
Great Falls, MT Dec 12, 2012
Fifth Avenue Christian Church
Havre, MT Target Audience: General and Special Educators Paraprofessionals Agency Personnel Parents and others who work with children Contact:
Aileen Couch, Coordinator
REGION II CSPD
PO Box 7791
Havre, MT 59501
Phone: (406) 265-4356 ext. 6714
Fax (406) 265-8460
Email - cspd@havre.k12.mt.us
Routines-Based Early Intervention - Helena/Billings - May 21 / May 23, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download the full flyer for this event (PDF) What:
Children deserve the most effective intervention possible, provided in the most relevant places, at the most relevant times, by the most relevant people. In the Routines-Based approach, professionals work with the child's natural caregivers, who are generally parents and child care providers or teachers. Parents and other caregivers learn to make the most out of the learning opportunities that occur throughout the day, every day. This results in much more effective and meaningful intervention than, for example, weekly sessions in a therapy room. The child's best "interventionists" are those adults who are with the child throughout the day. Participants will learn the importance of: Understanding the family ecology and the usefulness of the ecomap Family-centered, functional assessment and the usefulness of the Routines-Based Interview Integrating services and the usefulness of the primary service provider Support-based home visits and the usefulness of family consultation Collaborative consultation to child care and the usefulness of consultation individualized within routines When/Where:
May 21, 2012
Red Lion Colonial Hotel (block of rooms are available)
Helena, MT
Registration by emailing Karen Cech at kcech@mt.gov | For questions, contact Erica Peterson (406)444-5647 or epeterson2@mt.gov AND May 23, 2012
MSUB College of Education Bldg - Room 427<br
Legal Implications of Response to Intervention and Special Education Identification - 0 views
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The Response-to-Intervention (RtI) movement is enabling public education in the United States to evolve from a reactive model in which students had to seriously deteriorate before being moved on to special education programs, to one that emphasizes early and high-quality research-based interventions in regular programs that generate useful data with which to make key decisions for each struggling student. This evolution, however, has taken place against a backdrop of legal requirements for special education referrals and evaluations that remain almost unchanged from those of more than 30 years ago. The meeting of RtI innovations and the traditional child-find requirement of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) has many scratching their heads over exactly how the rules fit into the modern intervention era. Both the misconceptions that have become commonplace, as well as the legal disputes created by this juncture, make one wonder whether we truly grasp the fundamental child-find obligation of the IDEA in its present context.
National Autism Center Completes Most Comprehensive Review of Autism Interven... - 0 views
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Researchers at the National Autism Center at May Institute today released the results of the largest systematic review to date of interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Their findings identify 14 “Established Interventions” for children and adolescents that have the most research support, produce beneficial outcomes, and are known to be effective, and one Established Intervention for adults on the autism spectrum.
Implementing a Successful RTI Program - Billings, MT - Multiple Dates - 0 views
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Special Education and RTI, January 30, 2013 - 5:30-8:00pm
Where do special education students fit in an RTI model? What is the difference between a Tier III intervention and special education services? What is the special education teacer's role in RTI? How do I use RTI in special education eligibility decisions? What are the legal considerations of RTI? This session will cover these and other common questions about special education and RTI implementation.
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Data Analysis and Problem Solving Teams, February 27, 2013- 5:30-8:00pm
Data decision making is at the heart of an effective RTI model. This interactive session will provide participants an opportunity to apply research-based data decision making strategies to determine
1) the effectiveness of core instruction and curriculum
2) student's response to Tier II and Tier III instruction
3) appropriate instructional strategies to meet the needs of learners.
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Utilizing the AIMSweb Advanced Features for RTI, March 20, 2013- 5:30-8:00pm
AIMSweb is a user friendly data system that schools in Montana are using for screening and progress monitoring. This interactive session will demonstrate how some of the advanced AIMSweb features - including the RTI tab, advanced settings, data analysis options, as well as other participant requests - can increase your efficiency and effectiveness in implementing RTI. This session will also present the validity and reliability of these commonly used t
Special Education: Implementation of AT into Educational Setting - Webinar - Apr. 22, 2013 - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar (Registration ends 4/19/2013)
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This webinar focuses on the implementation of the intervention plan once solutions are agreed upon by the user and the team providing care. Participants will be exposed to issues related to AT abandonment. The presentation will also feature concepts related to training, documentation, and methods for evaluating outcomes. When:
Monday, April 22, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain Cost:
$28 for RESNA Members, $40 for Non-Members (0.1 RESNA CEUs)
Autism Screening, Early Diagnosis and Early Intervention - Webinar - Apr. 24, 2013 - 0 views
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This presentation is in two (2) parts. "Coordination of Evaluation and Early Intervention Among Early Childhood Professionals and Diagnosticians" describes quality improvement activities undertaken in Maine to improve early identification and intervention by increasing coordination and communication between medical diagnosticians and early childhood providers. "Collaborative Efforts to Improve Access and Care for Children at Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorders" focuses on three efforts in Massachusetts designed to improve access and care: (a) approval for reimbursement for developmental screening through insurance companies in MA; (b) a new triage mechanism which has led to decreased wait times for specialty evaluations; and (c) development of an email messaging service for families in the first year following diagnosis. When:
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge
Working in the Arts with Children on the Autism Spectrum - Great Falls - April 28, 2012 - 0 views
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What:
A free workshop for teachers, teaching artists, staff of arts organizations, parents and paraprofessionals -- lunch will be provided. Participants will learn: How school-based teasing, taunting, bullying, harassment, and physical aggression need to be addressed through comprehensive, evidence-based, and ecologically-sound assessment to intervention approaches at the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention levels; How to apply Project ACHIEVE's "Special Situation Analysis" approach to interventions at these three levels ; How to leverage social skills training, peer-mediated approaches, school-wide accountability systems, school safety systems, and home-school collaboration to address these situations; Why interventions need to focus on the bullies, victims, and bystanders who are involved in these inappropriate interactions. When:
Saturday, April 28, 2012
8:30am - 4:00pm Mountain Where:
2400 Central Avenue
Great Falls, MT
Ensuring the Fidelity of the "I" in RtI - Webinar - Oct. 28, 2013 - 0 views
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A multi-tier system of supports that uses students' response to intervention to determine progress and to inform instructional decisions requires that the instruction and interventions that are delivered be implemented with high degrees of fidelity to achieve meaningful student outcomes. Fidelity of implementation or "treatment integrity" is a critical element of the RtI process. Join Dr. Christina Marco-Fies during our next RTI Talk as she answers your questions about how to determine the level of treatment integrity to ensure an intervention is implemented as planned, intended, or originally designed. Submit your questions today!
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October 28, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain
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No cost
MCH Library Knowledge Path: Autism Spectrum Disorders - 0 views
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This knowledge path about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has been compiled by the Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University. It offers a selection of current, high-quality resources about ASD screening and diagnosis, treatment and intervention, communication, education, vocational challenges, and impact on family life. Separate sections identify resources that address early identification, early intervention and education, concerns about vaccines, environmental health research, and inappropriate use of seclusion and restraints. This knowledge path for health professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, and families will be updated periodically.
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This knowledge path about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has been compiled by the Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University. It offers a selection of current, high-quality resources about ASD screening and diagnosis, treatment and intervention, communication, education, vocational challenges, and impact on family life. Separate sections identify resources that address early identification, early intervention and education, concerns about vaccines, environmental health research, and inappropriate use of seclusion and restraints. This knowledge path for health professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, and families will be updated periodically.
Organizing Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Interventions along a Three Tiered Positiv... - 0 views
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When: October 22nd, 9:30 am - 10:45 PM Mountain Brief Description of Webinar: A behavioral intervention gap exists, nationwide, in our schools. Indeed, surveys of schools nationwide indicate that they do not have enough professionals available to develop and implement essential social, emotional, and behavioral interventions. This is particularly compelling given the presence of many behaviorally challenging students—students who disrupt the academic climate of their classrooms, often are not academically successful, and who, many times, are early school drop-outs. This webinar discusses the need for schools to identify their behavioral intervention gaps, address them through systematic professional development programs, and implement strategic behavioral interventions so that challenging students receive the services they need and deserve.
RCT Demonstrates the Efficacy of the LEAP Model of Early Intervention for Young Childre... - 0 views
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RCT Demonstrates the Efficacy of the LEAP Model of Early Intervention for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Research on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and the development of interventions for children with autism have expanded greatly in recent years, though most comprehensive interventions have not received systematic, scientific evaluation. One of the few exceptions is LEAP (Learning Experiences�An Alternative Program for Preschoolers and Parents), a comprehensive intervention for preschool children with autism, developed by Phillip Strain in 1981, that uses a variety of science-based learning techniques. Although LEAP had been shown to improve child outcomes in a prior evaluation, the developers recently implemented a new experimental evaluation comparing full LEAP implementation to a reduced model based only on access to materials. With funding from the National Center for Special Education Research, principal investigator Phillip Strain and his research team conducted a randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing classroom implementation of LEAP with training and mentoring by LEAP staff to classrooms in which teachers were only provided with the usual LEAP training manuals and materials. They found that providing preschool teachers with LEAP training and mentoring resulted in greater fidelity of implementation and more positive child outcomes when compared to teachers who were only given the training manuals and materials.
Study Questions Early Intervention Eligibility Criteria - Disability Scoop - 0 views
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Whether or not a child with developmental delays qualifies for early intervention varies dramatically from one state to the next, but often researchers say far more kids are eligible than can be served. The finding comes from a new study analyzing early intervention services across the nation. Researchers from the University of Colorado School of Medicine examined each state’s eligibility requirements for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, Part C program, which serves infants and toddlers with disabilities. Then they used data from a long-term government study tracking nearly 11,000 children to identify how many kids were likely to qualify or receive services in each state.
Picture Perfect Intervention - Video Modeling - Training - Great Falls - Oct. 12, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download a registration form to Picture Perfect
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In this session, our presenters will use a high-powered lens to develop evidence-based strategies to support people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Strategies will include the highly effective video modeling and video self-modeling strategies as well as story-based interventions, self-regulation, promoting, special-interest supports and Role Playing. Participants will engage in hands-on learning using Flip Cams and other technology with a comprehensive planning system. When/Where:
October 12, 2012 - 8am - 3:30pm
Hampton Inn, Great Falls, Mt Target Audience: General and Special Educators, Paraprofessionals, Agency Personnel, Parents and others who work with children. Contact: Aileen Couch, Coordinator
REGION II CSPD
PO Box 7791
Havre, MT 59501
Phone: (406) 265-4356 ext. 322
Fax (406) 265-8460
Email - cspd@havre.k12.mt.us
"Picture Perfect" Interventions - Havre - April 20, 2012 - 0 views
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Click here to download the brochure for this event What:
In this session, our presenters will use a high-powered lens to develop evidence-based strategies to support people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Strategies will include the highly effective video modeling and video self-modeling strategies as well as story-based interventions, self-regulation, promoting, special-interest supports and Role Playing. Participants will engage in hands-on learning using Flip Cams and other technology with a comprehensive planning system. Who this training is for: General and Special Educators, Paraprofessionals, Agency Personnel, Parents and others who work with children. When:
April 20, 2012
Where:
Fifth Avenue Christian Church
2015 5th Avenue
Havre, MT
Fostering Social-Emotional Growth: Using Floortime to Ensure Children Success - Webinar... - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar What:
This webinar will introduce the Floortime approach developed by Stanley Greenspan and Serena Weider, a family centered intervention for children with developmental challenges. By following the child's focus of interest, caregivers can learn to use playful interactions to help children progress developmentally. Floortime helps children become more socially engaged and regulated for learning and builds the foundations for nonverbal and verbal communication, motor planning, and social emotional growth. This webinar will present the key components of Floortime so that the participant can begin to explore this method of intervention. When:
Friday, September 7, 2012
10:00 - 11:00am Mountain
Revised Reading and Math Intervention Workshops - 0 views
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What:Region IV CSPD is pleased to offer a range of training opportunities on the following Reading and Math Intervention programs. All the programs are research-based and are effective in a Multi-Tiered System of Support.Attached is the revised listing of Reading and Math Interventions being offered by Region IV CSPD. Please note the change of dates for the Corrective Reading training. Click here for the revised listing.
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Teasing, taunting, bullying, harassment, and physical aggression are pervasive problems with children and adolescents across the country and in our communities today. To address these problems, schools need comprehensive, evidence-based, and ecologically-sound assessment to intervention approaches at the primary (e.g., whole school or school linked to community), secondary (e.g., early intervention groups for potential or "early-indication" bullies or victims), and tertiary (e.g., direct services for existing bullies) levels of prevention. This webinar will present strategies at each of these intervention levels using Project ACHIEVE's "Special Situation Analysis" approach. More specifically, the webinar will discuss ways to leverage social skills training, peer-mediated approaches, school-wide accountability systems, school safety systems, and home-school collaboration such that teasing, taunting, bullying, harassment, and physical aggression is either prevented or addressed. Especially emphasized will be the importance of differentiating approaches to address the bullies, victims, and bystanders who are involved in these inappropriate interactions. Participants will learn: How school-based teasing, taunting, bullying, harassment, and physical aggression need to be addressed through comprehensive, evidence-based, and ecologically-sound assessment to intervention approaches at the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention levels; How to apply Project ACHIEVE's "Special Situation Analysis" approach to interventions at these three levels ; How to leverage social skills training, peer-mediated approaches, school-wide accountability systems, school safety systems, and home-school col