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What:
This workshop will employ the "Many Birds Approach" from the Framework for Implementation of Indian Education for All (IEfA) to support teachers as they develop understanding of IEfA contexts and content, while addressing the skills and concepts required to implement the Montana Common Core Standards. Teachers will leave with a dozen new strategies for close analytic reading practiced in the context of some of the highly developed, and Common Core aligned, IEfA Language Arts, Social Studies and Science lessons. Strategies practiced can be taken the next day into the classroom. Demonstrations will span multiple grade levels and content areas and will be debriefed through the lens of the MCCS and the Framework's approach to integration. If you are looking for a way to jump start your implementation of the Common Core Standards and IEfA, this is the workshop of YOU.  This workshop is available free for MSUB students.

When:
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
8:30 am registration
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain (lunch is on your own) Where:
Montana State University Billings, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$50.00 - MSUB Students get in free. 6 OPI Renewal Credits Contact:
John Keener, MRESA3 Project Coordinator
(406)-657-1743 or mailto:%20john.keene

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What:
Day One: Overview and background on Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and their role in carrying out the work of achieving district goals and initiatives.
Day Two: Work with school teams to help understand how to set time within the school day for PLCs, establish strong teams, and other logistics of implementing Professional Learning Communities in your district. Must attend day one to attend day two. School or site-based teams are encouraged to attend.

When:
June 19, 20, 2013
8:00 am ‐ 4:30 pm Mountain (both days)
Registration 7:30 am ‐ 8:00 am Mountain (both days) Where:
Montana State University Billings
Library Building, Room 148
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$75 one day or $125 both days (Non refundable) OPI Renewal Units Available, College Credit Pending.

Contact:
Debra Miller at dmiller@msubillings.edu or 657-2072

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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

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Title IX: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." Title IX has been in schools since 1972. It's best known for breaking down barriers in sports for women and girls. It also opens the door for girls to pursue math and science. It requires fair treatment. It protects students from bullying and sexual harassment. And it does much more. This two-day workshop examines what Title IX is and what it encompasses. From sexual harassment to bullying will be among the topics covered . . . Including athletics, academic achievement, discipline, investigation, policies, procedures, and law suits. This is an excellent opportunity for each school and district to receive training on their Title IX requirements.

When:
August 22-23, 2013
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mountain

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

Cost:
Workshop and OPI Renewal Units, $50.00
Workshop ONLY, $50.00  

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Join us as Elizabeth Kaleva discusses issues relating to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Elizabeth will also review Montana special education issues including recent complaints and due process proceedings. Educators with the West Yellowstone Carbon County, East Yellowstone, and Stillwater Sweet Grass Cooperatives, please contact your Cooperative Director to register.

When:
August 20, 2013
9:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain

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

Cost:
Workshop and OPI Renewal Units, $20.00
Workshop ONLY, $20.00  

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Through MRESA3, the Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics is pleased to offer a two-day workshop designed to help teacher implement the new Standards for mathematical Practice. The Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice describe varieties of expertise that mathematics educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students. These workshops will focus on the eight mathematical practice standards for all grade levels. Students are expected to: Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them, Reason abstractly and quantitatively, Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others, Model with mathematics, Use appropriate tools strategically, Attend to precision, Look for and make use of structure, Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning. Teachers that attend the workshop will leave the workshop with an understanding of all eight prac-tices and what these practices look like in the mathematics classroom. College credit is pending.

When:
August 7-8, 2013
8:00 am - 4:30 pm Mountain (both days)

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

Cost:
Workshop and

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Technology and digital citizenship are becoming even more important as state's begin implementing the CCSS. This interactive, hands-on workshop will share resources and demonstrate through model lessons, how to efficiently use resources and technology to support CCSS. Attendees will participate in lessons demonstrating the teaching of digital citizenship, English Language Arts, and Math, all aligned to CCSS and integrating technology throughout. The purpose and the goals of the CCSS will also be re-viewed. Jeff Crews and Dean Phillips of Beyond the Chalk. Beyond the Chalk was co-founded by Jeff and Dean who believe in the power of education and the need to continuously provide transformational learning experiences for our teachers and students. Technology, when used effectively as a tool by teachers and students, can facilitate the change from the traditional form of education to a 21st century paradigm. Beyond the Chalk is committed to providing a set of rich and diverse professional development experiences for all educators. These experiences focus on the integration of technology across grade levels, con-tent domains, and skills levels. College credit pending. Lunch on own. Must bring computer or tablet device.

When:
August 14-15, 2013
8:30 am - 4:00 pm Mountain (both days)

Where:
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Teachers time is becoming a very precious commodity. Learn how to use digital tools to enhance,engage, and become more efficient. This interactive hands-on workshop will focus on using free digital services and tools provided by Google to engage students and develop a more efficient teacher work-flow. Learn how to leverage these tools in a scenario based workshop to engage, communicate, and collaborate with students, parents, and your community. Learn from Google Certified Teachers, who are also Montana Educators. Jeff Crews and Dean Phillips of Beyond the Chalk. Beyond the Chalk was co-founded by Jeff and Dean who believe in the power of education and the need to continuously provide transformational learning experiences for our teachers and students. Technology, when used effectively as a tool by teachers and students, can facilitate the change from the traditional form of education to a 21st century paradigm. Beyond the Chalk is committed to providing a set of rich and diverse professional development experiences for all educators. These experiences focus on the integration of technology across grade levels, content domains, and skills levels. College credit is pending. Lunch is own. Must bring computer.

When:
August 12-13, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain (both days)

Where:
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Imagine an engaging learning experience which blends writing, technology and emotion to empower students. Students working together to weave a tale, all on the Web! Digital storytelling can encompass many different avenues in education. This process can be used to introduce a concept, conduct research, or synthesize large amounts of information. Allowing students this type of learning experience can provide them with a compelling and competitive voice and expand the boundaries of their ability to communicate. Web 2.0 tools to foster digital storytelling and classroom collaboration will be showcased along with how students can collaborate and create digital stories to transform learning. When:
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain Where:
Montana State University - Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$25.00 nonrefundable. Workshops are limited to 20 participants. Contact:
John Keener at 657-1743 or john.keener@msubillings.edu
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AbleNet University presents this session with Kirk Behnke. Goals, Methods, Materials and Assessments are the cornerstones of good instruction, especially for a diverse classroom. Our classrooms are made up of students who come from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, socio-economic settings and possess a multitude of abilities. As educators, we should be providing flexible options and multiple ways for our students to absorb process and show information. Come learn about Universal Design for Learning which is a set of principles for curriculum development that give all students equal opportunities to learn.

When:
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
10:00 am Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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Marissa Clark, Genetic Counselor at Shodair Hospital, will be presenting on a variety of topics that are commonly seen in genetics clinic as it relates to educational needs and support. The focus of the presentation will primarily be on fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and fetal alcohol effects (FAE); however, less common genetic syndromes such as: neurofibromatosis, elhers-danlos syndrome, fragile X, and chromosomal microdeletion/micoduplication disorders will be covered. In addition to the etiology of the genetic syndromes, helpful educational techniques and resources will be addressed, as well as the signs and symptoms that educators should be aware of. There will be ample time for a question and answer session that can address individual cases and situations.

When:
Thursday, March 14, 2013
11:30 am - 1:30 pm Mountain Where:
MSUB College of Education Building, Room 122
MSU-Billings Campus
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$15.00 Non refundable - Includes luncheon buffet (Two OPI Renewal Units available)

Contact:
Debra Miller, Region

Click here to register for this class - Course #2922 Click here to view the course report for #2922 What: Part 1 will focus on Motor Development: Infant motor development is essential for gaining skills and knowledge in each of the learning domains. This interactive, part dancing, part lecture demonstration workshop will explore the caregiver's role in supporting motor development and the impact that it has on school readiness. the Six Building Blocks of Motor Development will be explored, and how they facilitate cognitive functioning, social interaction, emotional regulation and self help skill. The afternoon session will be regarding making sense of social emotional development from infancy to school age. A Child's developing sense of self is the result of relationships they share with caregivers. Learn how to support a growth mindset that is eager to learn, take on challenges and built on a foundation of positive self esteem. When: Saturday, April 13, 2013 8:45 am - 3:45 pm Mountain Where: University of Montana Continuing Education Room 210 32 Campus Dr. Missoula, MT 59812 Cost: $35.00 per person

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Strengths-Based Coaching is a 12 hour training that will fundamentally change the way coaches and leaders support and sustain quality improvements in their programs, agencies, and school districts. This practical approach for working with adults enhances the coaching role of leaders, building on their strengths, knowledge, and skills. Strengths-Based Coaching is based on five foundations: adult learning theory, core beliefs, how to approach others, relationship building, and communication. These five foundations lead to positive feedback that creates partnerships and builds on the strengths of staff.

When:
September 16-17 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
University of Great Falls
1301 20th Street S.
Great Falls, MT 59405

Cost:
Participation by individuals from outside of Region II is welcome; how-ever, 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.

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What:
Network with Montana educators as we explore and use digital tools to enhance global learning and engage students in the Common Core standards. Wes Fryer, author of Mapping Media to the Common Core, will be a guest as we3ll as regional technology and curriculum experts to share what is new and what works in the classroom. Participants will identify connections between digital tools and common core standards, practice using digital tools to implement Common Core standards into their practice, and create at least one product that can be used in their work setting during the upcoming school year.

When:
August 7-9, 2013

Where:
University of Montana
32 Campus Dr.
Missoula, MT 59812

Cost:
Early bird - Individual - $275.00, Early Bird - Parent or Paraprofessional - $175.00
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Day 1: What are Singapore Math strategies and how do they fit into common core expectations and current and/or new materials? The day will be spent exploring activities and games that model the Singapore Math philosophy. Time will be spent focusing on the four operations beginning with "ten-ness" in Kindergarten and moving up to division in intermediate grades.
Day 2: Model Drawing is one of the most powerful Singapore Math strategies. The day will be spent building understanding about the progression of Model Drawing from early concrete experiences to more in-depth problem-solving tasks. Participants will be asked to solve multiple problems to practice this powerful strategy. When:
June 4th & 5th, 2013
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain both days Where:
Montana State University Billings 
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$75.00 per person

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What:
The NFB Jernigan Institute is pleased to announce the newest National Center for Blind Youth in Science program-NFB STEM-X. This inquiry-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program will provide students with learning opportunities in STEM disciplines ranging from engineering and robotics to the science of cooking, and will serve fifty blind high school students from around the country. The NFB STEM-X program challenges the notion that blind people are unable to pursue STEM fields, or on a larger scale, are predestined to a life of social welfare and government dependence.

When:
July 29 - August 3, 2013
Registration closes May 15, 2013

Where:
Towson University
8000 York Rd
Towson, MD 21252

Cost:
$300.00 includes food and lodging

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What:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that represents a range of symptoms from mild to severe and affects overall developmental status-in social communication and other relevant cognitive and motor behaviors. In 2013, a study released by the CDC found the number of children affected by ASD to be roughly 2% of the population, or 1 in 50. Communities of support for individuals with ASD are necessary in order to bring about effective treatment, education, and inclusion. This conference is open to all interested persons (teachers, therapists, counselors, medical professionals, parents, and community members). When:
August 1 - 2, 2013
8:30 am - 4:00 pm Mountain (both days) Where:
Montana State University Billings (main campus)
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$150.00, discount available for early bird registration

*UPDATE* Due to overwhelming interest in Dr. Temple Grandin's upcoming visit on March 5, her evening talk locations have been moved to the Wilson School Auditorium, 404 W. Main Street, Bozeman, MT.  
 
What:
Hear Temple Grandin, PhD, speak on autism. Dr. Grandin will be hosted by MSU's Department of Animal & Range Sciences, and her autism talk is co-sponsored by the Montana INBRE and COBRE Programs. Dr. Grandin obtained her B.A. at Frankin Pierce College and her M.S. in Animal Science at Arizona State University. Dr. Grandin received her Ph.D in Animal Science from the University of Illinois in 1989. Today she teaches courses on livestock behaviour and facility design at Colorado State University and consults with the livestock industry on facility design, livestock handling, and animal welfare. She has appeared on television shows such as 20/20, 48 Hours, CNN Larry King Live, PrimeTime Live, 60 Minutes, the Today Show, and many shows in other countries. She has been featured in People Magazine, the New York Times, Forbes, U.S. News and World Report, Time Magazine, the New York Times book review, and Discover magazine. In 2010, Time Magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people. When:
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Mountain Where:
Wilson School Auditorium
404 W. Main Street
Bozeman, MT 59715 Cost:
As before, the talks are free and open to the public. Tickets will no longer be required for either the animal science talk beginning at 6:00 PM, or the autism talk beginning at 8:00 PM.

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What:
You are invited to a Public Hearing on the State Plans for Montana Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind and Low Vision Services (MVR/BLV) and The Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). When:
Friday, March 22, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Mountain Where:
Billings           
MSU-Billings, 1500 University Drive, Education Building, Room 158
Bozeman
Montana State University, Eng. Phys. Science Building-South 7th and Grant, Room 126
Butte       
Montana Tech, 1300 West Park Street, ELCB Room 225   
Great Falls       
Great Falls College of Technology, 2100 16th Avenue South, Room B-133       
Havre
MSU-Northern, 300 11th Street West, Hagner Science Center, Room 202
Helena
Old Livestock Building, 1310 East Lockey, Rooms 105 and 107.
Kalispell
Flathead Valley Community College, 777Grandview Dr., Learning Resource Ctr. Rm. 120
Miles City
Miles City Community College, 2715 Dickenson Street, Room 313
Missoula
University of Montana, Corner of Arthur and Eddy, Galagher Building - Room 104   There will be a call-in line available during the time of the hearing.  Participants on the call-in line will have the opportunity to make comments. 
Call-in information is:
Call-in number:  406-449-7478 Conference ID:  85946#