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Download Dyslexia Seminar Poster  Download Dyslexia Seminar Press Release Download Dyslexia Seminar Article What: As a dyslexic practitioner, Elsie Johnson gets to work and speak regularly with dyslexic adults, children, and their parents. Consequently she knows that dyslexic thinkers are imaginative, intuitive, and curious people whose main learning tool is their imagination, intuition and curiosity. Parents and teens who attended have seen results in their teens' self esteem and confidence. Teachers appreciate the information and resources they can use on their own. Leave with the understanding that dyslexic thinkers are among the brightest in our society; what's more, with the right approach, the dyslexic thinking style contains all the ingredients for academic success. When: Wednesday, May 22, 2013 7:00 pm Mountain Where: The Summit 205 Sunnyview Lane Kalispell, MT 59901 Cost: Free of charge. Seating is limited - Pre-registration is required. REGISTER TODAY at 282-7416 or elsie@thelearningoptions.com

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What:
This learning seminar is designed to expand understanding and awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in children and develop competencies for parents, mental health professionals, teachers and healthcare providers. Participants will be able to better understand and treat children diagnosed with symptoms on the Autism Spectrum. Social, emotional, behavioral and medical factors affecting children with ASD will be discussed. In addition, this learning seminar will identify ways to collaborate and integrate services from multiple agencies. Future similar seminars focused on Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children will take place in Helena, Missoula, and Kalispell.

When:
Saturday, July 13, 2013
9:00 am - 4:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Gran Tree Inn
1325 N 7th Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59715

Cost:
$75: Professionals (includes CEU's), $50: Parents - Scholarships may be available

Contact:
Cathy Huntley, Conference Coordinator at cathy@childwise.org or (406) 457-4816

For PRE-REGISTRATION contact Elsie Johnson at 406-282-7416 or email at elsie@thelearningoptions.com What:
This free seminar shines new light on how the natural Ability to see ideas in pictures when thinking can be a DISability in word thinking settings. Strategies to use your way of thinking to your advantage. When/Where:
Bozeman Public Library
East Main Street
Bozeman, MT
Nov 8, 2012
7pm Contact:
Elsie Johnson
www.TheLearningOptions.com
282-7416
Churchill, MT, USA  

What:
Free autism seminar. Registration required, limited seating. More information will be available soon. When:
Saturday, May 25, 2013
10:00 am Mountain Where:
Summit Medical Center
205 Sunnyview Ln.
Kalispell, MT 59901  

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

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If your child has epilepsy, you know it can affect every aspect of your and your child's life. This educational series is offered to you or anyone interested as a time to learn about epilepsy, ask questions, and share your experience with others in the same situation. Please join us. When:
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
7:00 - 8:00pm Mountain

Where:
St. Vincent Healthcare
Mansfield Health Education Center (Located in the Lower Level of the Yellowstone Medical Building West)
1145 North 30th
Billings MT

Contact:
St. Vincent University at 406-237-ED4U (406-237-3348) or svhu@svh-mt.org

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This event features more than 200 educational sessions spanning the breadth and depth of assistive technology and an exhibition hall where you can see the power of assistive technology in action. Professionals, teachers, users and parents will all benefit from this empowering new conference. When/Where:
Pre-Conference Workshops & Seminars:
January 29 - 30, 2013
Orlando, FL Conference:
January 30 - February 2, 2013
Orlando, FL

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Imagine that someone who is only familiar with PCs suddenly comes across an Apple Mac computer for the first time. The interface would look different, programs that person had on disk would not load - because they were designed for a PC. So the computer goes back to the shop with the complaint that it is broken. That, essentially, is what we do with our dyslexic learners. Parents and teens who have attended this seminar have seen results in their teens' self esteem and confidence. Teachers appreciate the information and resources they can use on their own.  Leave with the understanding that dyslexic thinkers are among the brightest in our society; what's more, with the right approach, the dyslexic thinking style contains all the ingredients for academic success. Preregistration is required and can be made by calling Learning Options at 406-282-7416 or emailing elsie@thelearningoptions.com. When:
Friday, May 11, 2012
7:00-9:00pm Saturday, May 12, 2012
10:30am-12:00pm Where:
The Summit
205 Sunnyview Lane
Kalispell, MT 59901

MOSSAIC: Mentorship, Organization, and Social Support for Autism Inclusion on Campus MOSSAIC is support for people transitioning to the U of M who have autism spectrum disorder, Asperger syndrome, or other social/organizational challenges. This program is offered by the RiteCare Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic. MOSSAIC provides: Weekly time with experienced peers (U of M juniors or seniors) to address your individualized needs such as: Walk through your class schedule Organization of materials & time Self-advocacy & when to disclose Campus safety Shared living space Understanding academic expectations Problem solving opportunities Evening seminars to support student needs & provide social opportunities. If interested, please contact: Jennifer Closson at 406-243-5261 or jennifer.closson@mso.umt.edu Bethany Rigles at 406-243-2208 or bethany.rigles@mso.umt.edu

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What:
Difficulties associated with failure to master significant developmental stages and domains are often associated with insecure attachment and are compounded through childhood and adolescence. Attachment disruptions compromise normal childhood development and give rise to complex emotional and behavioral difficulties in many special needs youth. These special needs youth are often misunderstood, leading to poor assessments, misguided interventions and multiple academic and out-of-home placements that fail. Participants will understand the interface of attachment and developmental processes. They will also learn the origin and assessment of emotional and behavior difficulties and central issues that must be addressed to foster change and growth. When/Where:
Hilton Garden Inn
1840 Hwy. 93 South
Kalispell, MT 59901
Oct. 27, 2012
9am - 4:30pm Contact:
Cathy Huntley,
ChildWise Conference Coordinator
(406) 457-4816
cathy@childwise.org