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To Register contact the staff at (406) 932-6300 or email christikon@aol.com What:
The session is for adults who are at least 18 years old. The camp offers opportunities for enjoyment of the mountain setting and growth in caring relationships. Included are hiking, group recreation, crafts, work projects, shared responsibilities, sharing of talents, music, etc. Christikon staff people reside in the cabins with the campers, and provide program leadership. Restrictions:
Because the camp is located o a mountain side and has many steps and barriers, people who use wheelchairs or whose mobility is severely limited would have a great deal of difficulty participating in the program. Campers should also be continent in toilet habits. Transportation:
Bus transportation is offered to and from camp on the first and last days from Billings, Laurel, Columbus and Big Timber. When:
June 16 - 19, 2013 Where:
Christikon lies along the Boulder River in the mountains just north of Yellowstone National Park. Costs:
$175.00 per person, bus fee is between $40.00 and $46.00 depending on pick up location. Ask about scholarship funding.  

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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.

What: The Rural Institute Transition and Employment Projects is pleased to announce eight webinars scheduled for 2013. Interested individuals may participate from their own offices or homes. Session fliers and registration information will be sent to Montana Transition Listserv members. To join the Montana Transition Listserv, click here to go to the Transition and Employment Projects Home Page and enter your email address in the box provided. When: All webinars listed are from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Mountain Time. April 2, 2013 - Technology to Be Independent at Home, School and Work April 16, 2013 - SMART Sharing and Surfing: The Who, How, What, Where and When of Disclosure May 21, 2013 - It's All in the Translation: Translating Student Skills into Job Tasks June 4, 2013 - When Family Knows Best: Family Members as Providers June 18, 2013 - The Transition Clock Is Ticking: What to Do and When to Do It July 16, 2013 - In It for the Long Haul: Long-term Supports and Employment August 20, 2013 - Getting from Here to There: Transportation Planning and Options September 17, 2013 - Home Sweet Home: Housing Options for Young Adults with Disabilities Cost: There is no cost to register for these webinars.

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What:
The OPI's Education of Homeless Children and Youth Program encourages districts to attend regional trainings or to contact your local RESA to schedule staff trainings in your district. This training is appropriate for superintendents, transportation directors, principals, clerks, school counselors, parent liaisons or other personnel who provide services to homeless children and families. Staff from community agencies that provide services to homeless children and families are also invited to attend this training. Community agency staff members will learn how to advocate for their clients and how to effectively collaborate with schools. OPI Renewal Credits will be issued at the end of the training Workshop.

When:
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountian

Where:
Montana State University Billings 
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
$25.00 per person, 4 OPI Renewal Units

What:
Families of children with disabilities struggle to coordinate service providers during the transition process. Transportation is a significant barrier to many. Yellowstone-West/Carbon County Special Services Cooperative and CSPD Region III will be hosting a Real Life Fair at Red Lodge High School, with the intention of bringing a variety of service providers together under one roof. All Yellowstone-West/Carbon County and Eastern Yellowstone Special Service Cooperative families of children with disabilities in grades 7-12 will be invited to attend.

There will be an open commons area where organizations can set up tables with displays, and classrooms are available for short presentations. Service providers who wish to participate are encouraged to contact Libby Johnson as soon as possible using the contact information provided below. When:
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Mountain Where:
Red Lodge High School
East 2nd Street
Red Lodge, MT 59068 Cost:
Free. There is no cost to either the families or the presenters. Contact:
Libby Johnson
Red Lodge High School
Special Education Teacher
PO Box 1090
Red Lodge, MT. 59068
(406) 446-1903
libby_johnson@redlodge.k12.mt.us

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What:
The OPI's Education of Homeless Children and Youth Program encourages districts to attend regional trainings or to contact your local RESA to schedule staff trainings in your district. This training is appropriate for superintendents, transportation directors, principals, clerks, school counselors, parent liaisons or other personnel who provide services to homeless children and families. Staff from community agencies that provide services to homeless children and families are also invited to attend this training. Community agency staff members will learn how to advocate for their clients and how to effectively collaborate with schools. OPI Renewal Credits will be issued at the end of the training Workshop.

When:
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
$25.00

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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. Developed in partnership with Disability Rights Montana (DRM) and Parents, Let's Unite for Kids (PLUK) When:
Saturday, February 9, 2013
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain Where:
Business Development Center, Conference Room
305 West Mercury St.
Butte, MT 59701 Cost:
Free. If you would like to attend, but need some support with child supervision, transportation, etc. call the PLUK office at 800-222-7585

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What:
The Forest for Every Classroom program provides 11 days of professional development that immerses teachers in Place Based Education and the inclusion of Service Learning projects in their classroom curriculum.  The workshop takes place through 5 overnight sessions around the Missoula area.  Teachers leave the program with stronger natural and cultural history understanding, connections to local professionals and educational organizations, new resources for classroom use, and memories of truly unique experiences.  Teachers will design a place based education curriculum and service learning project with guidance through the course. When:
April 26-27, 2013
June 20-21, 2013
June 24-26, 2013
September 20-21, 2013
January 24-25, 2014 
(Full day programs, see website for details) Where:
All programs start and end at the Montana Natural History Center
120 Hickory St.
Missoula, Mt 59801
Programs will take place in the Alberton Gorge area, the Blackfoot Valley, the Bitterroot Valley, on Seeley Lake and at Lubrecht Experimental Forest. Cost:
$100 refundable deposit.  All lodging, transportation from Missoula and most food is provided. Up to 88 hours OPI renewal and 5 UM Graduate credits

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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. One of those services is an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An IEP is meant to be a collaborative process between parents, teachers, officials of the school system, and sometimes others who have expertise in the nature of a child's disability or provision of particular services. Parents are often overwhelmed by the special education process as they seek to improve their child's programming during IEP meetings. As an essential member of the IEP team, parents must have an understanding of the legal requirements which guide a school district's practices. Parents can improve their advocacy skills by obtaining a solid understanding of their child's legal rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state laws. Although PAK is an organization for providing training and support program for parents, PAK invites parents, professionals and community members who are interested in improving their knowledge about special education advocacy. PAK meetings will be led by parent advocates who have considerable experience with the special education process with presentations by attorneys, special education advocates, and other professionals.

When/Where:
Nov. 10, 2012
Business Deve

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Presentation, activities related to at-risk youth, leadership skill training, games and an opportunity to meet youth around the state! Free transportation, lodging, and food for all youth/parents who participate. Where:
Gateway Center
Helena, MT
(Lodging at the Wingate Hotel) Contact:
Tracy Stone at tstone@mt.gov or 406-444-3814

Click here to register for this webinar What:
In this interactive webinar, NCHE presenters will discuss the educational rights and protections provided to eligible students under the McKinney-Vento Act. Topics covered include: Determining eligibility Immediate Enrollment School Selection Transportation Unaccompanied Youth Coordination with Title IA
Participants will be invited to discuss scenarios to apply the knowledge presented during the webinar. When:
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
12:00 - 1:30pm Mountain

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The iPad was released over three years ago and has had a profound influence on the lives of persons with disabilities. This webinar will discuss and demonstrate over 50 new iPAD accessories and adaptations for individuals who experience vision, hearing, communication and physical disabilities. Explore new switch interfaces options; wireless accessories versus Bluetooth accessories; creative adaptations for wearing and transporting the iPAD for individuals who experience physical disabilities. Learn about how to use the iPAD as a remote control solution for toys, lighting, and appliances. See what is new in accessories for remote monitoring of individuals as well as improving health and well being.

When:
Thursday, November 7, 2013
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
$49.00 - Live Broadcast

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What:
Webinar Description: In this interactive webinar, NCHE presenters will discuss the educational rights and protections provided to eligible students under the McKinney-Vento Act. Topics covered include:
Determining eligibility Immediate Enrollment School Selection Transportation Unaccompanied Youth Coordination with Title IA Participants will be invited to discuss scenarios to apply the knowledge presented during the webinar.

When:
Thursday, January 24, 2013
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm Mountain
Thursday, February 21, 2013
12:00 pm- 1:30 pm Mountain
Cost:
Free