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What:
This webinar will provide strategies to support the social-emotional development of a child with and without disabilities, build emotional vocabulary and positive communication skills. Participants will learn about the Kimochis® Keys to to Communication. These Keys help children to listen, speak and act in ways that promote positive behavior and social interactions. Research shows that developing social and emotional skills improves academic performance and prevents problem behavior. Developing these skills helps kids communicate, team up effectively with others and manage emotions like anger and discouragement and ultimately learn how to motivate themselves to cope with the everyday life.
When:
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
10:00-11:00am MST Contact:
Call: April Anguiano at 773-528-5766 ext. 402 or Email: aanguiano@lekotek.org

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What:
Learn how Google Chromebooks for Education allow schools to engage all constituents (parents, students, teachers, and administrators) to use the power and simplicity of the web for unlimited teaching and learning opportunities for all. In this webinar, you'll hear directly from the Tech Integration team at Fond du Lac, a school district serving approximately 7,300 students in Wisconsin, about how they use Chromebooks in the classroom and beyond for dynamic learning environments and manage them with ease to harness the best of the web. See how they implemented a 1:1 strategy to ensure that they are successfully preparing their students for academic achievement as well as life-long self-directed learning and engagement as global citizens. In addition, learn how Fond du Lac established a complementary professional development portal designed for teachers by teachers with resources such as lesson plans, training modules, etc. on how to effectively implement the Chromebooks in their classrooms.

When:
Monday, December 17, 2012
2:00 pm Mountain Standard Time

Participants will: Learn about the unique benefits and features of Google Chromebooks for Education Hear first-hand experience of why the district selected Google Chromebooks and Apps for Education as their best platform for collaborative learning Learn from educators how Google Chromebooks, Apps for Education, and other web tools can be used to improve student learning, collaborat

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What:
The AMCHP Annual Conference Training Institute offers a rich program of skills-building sessions starting on Saturday, Feb. 9. Sunday afternoon will kick-off the first general session, launching two and a half days of education, motivation, and interaction.

When/Where:
February 9, 2013   9am - 4:30pm
February 10, 2013   9am - 12pm Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert Street
Washington, DC 20008 Topics Discussed: Professional Development Tools for MCH Leadership in Challenging Times Communicating the Value of Preconception Health to Illustrate a Return on Investment Painless Practical Principles of Evaluation for Community-based Projects: Collecting and Using Data for Quality Improvement and Generating Project Support Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program 101 for MCH Leaders: The Family-Centered Care Assessment: A Tool for Quality Improvement MCH 3.0--Advancing the MCH Vision Ease of Use of Services for Latino Families with CSHCN: Lessons Learned from 5 states Brief Tobacco Intervention Skills Certification For Pregnant and Postpartum Women Using Entrepreneurial and INtrepreneurial Skills in MCH Systems Building A Life Course Perspective on Injury Prevention: From Babies to Grannies and Back Again Building a Strong MCH Foundation to Weather Storms: Skills-building in Reproductive Health Preparedness Science Marketing Your MCH Block Grant to Gather Meaningful Input from Stakeholders Selecting the "Right" Program: Using Systematic Reviews to Identify Effective Programs Optimizing Health Reform to Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes </h

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What:
In this webinar, we will speak about:
Leo Kanner: The original outcome study Predictable changes: The Natural History of ASD IQ and Atypicality: Different, but both important IQ as a driver of outcome Time - the Third Dimension Beyond the DSM-V When:
November 28, 2012
4pm - 5pm MST For Questions or Concerns Click here

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What:
This workshop will provide participants with an overall understanding of the major differences in Montana Common Core Standards (MCCS) and how this fits into a Response to Instruction (RtI) model for school improvement. The topics will include: Meeting MCCS standards, developing fidelity, improving lesson planning, improving Tier I & Tier II instructions, available programming options, and diagnostic and progress monitoring assessments for math.

Objectives
Evaluate your current math program's alignment to MCCS Identify the key features of MCCS Improving Tier I math instruction Review Tier II interventions Improve lesson planning for math Understand the role of MCCS for math within an RtI model of school improvement
When/Where:
MSUB College Of Education Building 427
Billings, MT
January 7, 2012
8:30am -3pm
(8am -8:30am registration)

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

What:
This event is organized through the school PTAs/PACs, so you hopefully have already heard about it through your child's school. In case you hadn't, I wanted to make sure you know about it. Anderson school, on Cottonwood, where our children attend, has participated all 5 years, and it's a great event! These families have been  incredibly generous, donating clean, gently-used clothing, shoes, hats, etc. of all sizes, infant through adult. Volunteers are also always needed to help sort, hang, and organize the donations during set up.  Any time you have to volunteer, short or long, will be greatly appreciated.  If you come on Tuesday or Thursday over the lunch hour, the Tumbleweed Gourmet Food truck will be there selling  volunteers their gourmet tacos and burritos. If you are able to help anytime next week for 2 hours, you can take a brown paper grocery sack of treasures for yourself! This free clothing giveaway is a fantastic opportunity to reuse and recycle gently worn clothing collected by Bozeman area schools. This event is not based on "need," but on "sharing" what we have as a community. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate by donating what they no longer need and taking what they When/Where:
Wilson School Gym
Bozeman, MT
Nov 17, 2012  9am - 3pm
Nov 18, 2012  9am - 1pm Questions?
Melea Mortenson
406-580-0508
melea@littleappletech.com  

Tickets for this performance go on sale Monday, November 12, 2012, by phone at the MCT Box Office (406) 728-7529 (PLAY). Tickets are $10 per person and all seats are reserved. The box office will do its best to meet all special seating requests, including the need for extra space or quiet.  What:
The Missoula Community Theatre (MCT Inc.) presents an adaptive performance of Miracle on 34th Street to accommodate people on the autism spectrum on Tuesday, December 4. "The adaptive performance is our way of reaching out to folks who may not come to any regular programs," said Executive Director Michael McGill, director of Miracle on 34th Street The Musical. "Theatre is a powerful medium, and we want it to be shared and engaged in by everyone." When/Where:
MCT Center for the Performing Arts
200 North Adams Street
Missoula, MT
Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 6:30 p.m. Contact:
MCT Inc.
200 North Adams Street
Missoula, MT 59802-4718                                                                                                                           Phone: (406) 728-7529  

What:
Special Nia Playshop to benefit Helena's Playable Playground.
Any donation is appreciated.
Let's pack Dancing Lotus with the Joy of Movement to help bring this playground into being.
Playground facts:  Centennial Park ~ 1/2 acre
Construction: Summer 2014 or when we get enough money
Goal:  to provide a playable playground for Children of ALL Abilities When/Where:
Saturday, November 17th:  10:00-11:30 a.m.
Dancing Lotus Center (Walking Mall next to Parrot) Contact:
Stacy Sommer at
playablepark@yahoo.com

RSVP to 406.255.8451 or jolson@billingsclinic.org By Friday, November 23 What:
There are many issues impacting the health and well-being of our families that will be de-bated during the 2013 Montana Legislative Ses-sion. Join Legislators, community leaders, and health policy advocates for an important dis-cussion about issues affecting the health and well-being of Montana families. Learn what is being done, what needs to be done and how to get involved. Topics of Discussion Include: Access to Healthcare Injury Prevention Suicide Prevention Immunizations Oral Health Nutrition and Physical Activity Tobacco Use Prevention Mental Health WIC Early Childhood Services Healthy Montana Kids
When/Where:
November 27, 2012
7 - 8:30am (Breakfast Provided)
Mary Alice Fortin Health Conference Center
Billings Clinic Hospital RSVP to 406.255.8451 or jolson@billingsclinic.org By Friday, November 23

Legislation, Advocacy and Systems Change Wednesday, December 12, 2012 12:00:00 PM MST - 1:30:00 PM MST This webinar will review the important legislative and policy changes that have directly and indirectly affected postsecondary education for students with intellectual disabilities. (Chapter 2) Click here to register for this webinar Preparing for What? Employment and Community Participation Tuesday, January 22, 2013 12:00:00 PM MST - 1:30:00 PM MST This webinar will discuss factors related to job outcomes for students with ID who are attending PSE programs and present a case study of a program in CT that addressed these issues and improved their employment outcomes as a result. (Chapters 8 & 9)
Click here to register for this webinar College-Based (Dual-Enrollment) Transition Programs Wednesday, February 6, 2013 12:00:00 PM MST - 1:30:00 PM MST In this webinar, the speakers discuss the policies and practices that they have been developed to promote successful college experiences for students while they are still in high school. (Chapter 4)
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To reserve your spot or find the video conferencing location in your area contact:
St. Vincent University at 406-237-ED4U (406-237-3348) or email svhu@svh-mt.org What:
Educational series that is offered to anyone that is interested in learning about epilepsy, and anyone who has questions that need answering or who wants to share their experiences with others in the same situation. When/Where:
St. Vincent Healthcare - Mansfield Health Education Center
1145 North 30th  - Located in the Lower Level of the Yellowstone Medical West Building
Billings, MT 59102 -November 27, 2012
Working to Maximize Success in School -January 24, 2013
Epilepsy: What's New? -March 27, 2013
The invisible Disability -May 22, 2013
Living with Epilepsy, Tips and Traps Contact:
Cindy K. Leenknecht, MS, ACNS-BC, CCRP
Telemedicine Project Coordinator, St. Vincent Healthcare Foundation
Yelllowstone Medical Center,
2900 12 Avenue N, Suite 30W, Box 26,
Billings, MT 59101
work:  406.237.8652    
cell:  406.698.9116   
fax:  406.237.8655
cindy.leenknecht@svh-mt.org

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What:
With millions of Americans using social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter to share information, the relations among applicants, employers, and employees are changing rapidly. What protections remain for people with disabilities as the line between private and public information becomes increasingly blurred? Joe Bontke and Erin Lawler will tackle these emerging issues and predict how the legal landscape may continue to change. Participants will learn:  how employers are currently using social media to screen, hire, and recruit employees what information can employers use legally - and what information could lead to a disability rights violation what rights employees have when using social media at work best practices for employers and employees regarding social media When:
November 14, 2012
12pm-1:30pm Contact:
ADA Audio Conference
Great Lakes ADA Center (MC 728)
1640 W. Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, Illinois 60608
http://www.ada-audio.org/WebForms/ContactUs/?im=0

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What:
This webinar will explore the many types of apologies (including full, partial, rapport, ritual, and transactional) as well as the effect of timing, delivery, emotionality and sincerity. We will focus on how different cultures view forgiveness and saving face and the impact of these beliefs on both giving and receiving apologies. With a more complete understanding of the intricacies of an apology we can learn how to seek a greater level of resolution and closure in our communications and negotiation with others by giving and receiving apologies in a way that is more mindful and aware. When:
November 14, 2012
12:30-1:45 MDT For more information click here Contact:
CADRE
P.O. Box 51360
Eugene, OR 97405-0906
3411-A Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97405-5122
(541) 686-5060 (Voice)
(541) 686-5063 (FAX)
(541) 284-4740 (TTY)

To register email:  hhsdsdcmhbtrainingregistrations@mt.gov  and provide your name, mailing address, agency, email and phone number. Put the name and dates of the classes in the subject line when emailing registration.  Registration closes November 21st; space is limited. No cost for the training. What:
Basic Training in High-Fidelity Wraparound Facilitation When:
Helena, MT
Wingate by Wyndham
2007 N. Oakes
Session One: November 28th and 29th, 2012      9am-4pm both days
Session Two: December 5th and 6th, 2012          9am-4pm both days *Attend all four days if possible, especially if you plan to provide wraparound facilitation or caregiver peer to peer support services through the PRTF Waiver. Morning and afternoon snacks will be offered each day.  Lunch is on your own. Contact: 
Char Craigle CCraigle@mt.gov (406-444-5978)
Nancy Whitbeck-Nicholson NWhitbeck-Nicholson@mt.gov (406-444-4532)
For questions about the PRTF Waiver:
Laura Taffs at ltaffs@mt.gov or (406)444-1460

November 12th - Implementing AAC in the Classroom  with Kelly Fonner, Consultant, Fonner Consulting & Training     OVERVIEW:  Challenges are often met when introducing AAC systems from the clinical or
"speech-room" setting into the busy environment of the classroom. The "real-world" of
communication does not always play out easily for the student using AAC. Whether they are using
lo-tech or hi-tech systems there are strategies that can assist staff and families in bringing AAC into
the school day.  During this webinar you will learn to evaluate the AAC-using student's day by
communication contexts and reevaluate the possibilities of how your student can more effectively
communicate, learn vocabulary or communication strategies during the typical activities of their
school day.   
Exciting two part webinar series on Reading Comprehension with Scott Marfilius. It is recommended
that both webinars be attended. The content for these two webinars come from Scott's highly
acclaimed three hour workshop.          REGISTER ONLINE     http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0015DFd8XTzVJ3rQKTZEMzE53P63vyJ

Click here to register for the webinars   Student Response Apps for iPads, iPods and the Web 90 MINUTES Monday, November 5, 2012 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
AND Monday, January 14, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
From set up to ideas for classroom use, free, easy-to-use web-based student response apps and programs accessible from iPads, Android tablets, computers and other devices for teaching and assessment will be demonstrated. Learn how to utilize programs (from apps allowing you to run video, sound and drawing tools in a quiz on iPads, to programs that can be run from any and all devices at the same time from the Web) to keep students from falling behind, give them a voice in the classroom discussion, generate reports and monitor progress, even during the classroom lesson. PRESENTER: DAN HERLIHY   Is Your Head in the Clouds?? This can be a Good Thing! 90 MINUTES
Thursday, November 8, 2012&nb

November 8, 2012 10:00am MDT - 45 minutes Title: Apps for AAC
Category: Assistive Technology
Presenter: Jane Farrall, SLP
Cost: FREE
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November 14, 2012 10:00am MDT - 45 Minutes Title: Back by Popular Demand: The iPad in Special Education: Why do you want one and what to do.
Category: Assistive Technology
Presenter: Diane Gerads-Schmidt, M.A. & Jason Backes,OT
Cost: FREE
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December 11, 2012 1:00pm MDT - 45 Minutes </p

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What:
Come and join us in this interactive training which will include:
Representatives from Montana's Office of Public Instruction, Special Education Division, detailing transition activities as required by law. A case study presentation by Libby Johnson, illustrating best practices in developing an effective transition plan. Facilitated transition planning with Margaret Tryon, Dale Anderson, and Libby Johnson. This session is for teams that have been identified by the Region III Cooperative Directors. The selected teams will bring current IEPs and work with the facilitators to brain storm possible goals and activities that are individualized, meet transition requirements, and are considered best practice.

When/Where:
December 1, 2012
MSU Billings Campus
College Of Ed Bldg Rm 122
Billings, MT

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

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What:
This training will provide clarification on steps in the transition process that relate to initial evaluation and eligibility determination practices for the transition of young children and their families from IDEA Part C Early Intervention (Birth to age 3) into IDEA Part B special education preschool services. This training is meant to assist Montana Part C providers and Montana school district (Part B) personnel in facilitating a smooth and effective transition for eligible families and children.

When/Where:
November 20, 2012  1:30PM-3:30PM
MSUB College of Education Building, Room 122
Billings, MT

Target Audience:
Preschool teachers (age 3-5) speech language pathologists special education directors administrators Part C service providers Contact:
Debra Miller
657-2072
dmiller@msubillings.edu

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What:
Based on cutting edge brain research, Whole Brain Teaching (WBT) is one of the world's fastest growing, education reform movements. Over the last decade, WBT's lively techniques have been classroom tested by thousands of educators across the U.S. and in 30 countries around the world. Whole Brain Teaching K-14 classrooms are filled with the sweetest sound teachers ever hear - task focused laughter. Join us as Chris Biffle, Director of Whole Brain Teachers of America, philosophy professor, author of 7 books on critical thinking, reading and writing explains WBT! When/Where:
November 27, 2012
MSUB City College, Health Science Center, Room 119
3803 Central Avenue
Billings, MT 59102
8:30AM - 3:30PM Contact:
Debra Miller
(406) 657-2072
dmiller@msubillings.edu