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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. 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  

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What:
Sibshops are a FUN-FILLED day of hanging out, playing games, and having conversations with other kids who have a sibling with a disability.  This energetic, day-long workshop is for any child (ages 9-12) who has a brother or sister with a disability.  We play lots of great games, eat TONS of pizza, and have some good discussions about the fabulous highs and sometimes challenging lows of being a sibling. Cost is $10, lunch is provided. When/Where:
Saturday October 20, 2012 10am - 3pm 800 Kensington Suite 100
Missoula, MT Target Audience:
Siblings ages 9-12 Contact:
Abbey Hood
406-217-8768
abigailh@esgw.org

To register email: hhsdsdcmhbtrainingregistrations@mt.gov and provide you 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 October 1st; space is limited. No cost for the training. What:
Basic Training in High Fidelity Wraparound Facilitation When/Where: Great Falls, MT
Session One: Hilton Garden Inn - October 3 & 4, 2012 9am -4pm (Both days)
2520 14th St. SW

Session Two: Hilton Garden Inn - November 7 & 8, 2012 - 9am - 4pm (Both days)
2520 14th St. SW Contact:
Char Craigle
406-444-5978
CCraigle@mt.gov Nancy Whitbeck-Nicholson
406-444-4532
NWhitbeck-Nicholson@mt.gov For questions about the PRTF waiver Contact: Laura Taffs
406-444-1460
ltaffs@mt.gov

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What:
The Nurturing Program for Parents and Their Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges is designed to help parents and their children with chronic or life threatening medical conditions, developmental delays, life-altering disorders and disabilities. Parents and their children meet separately for the first 90 minutes and meet together for the last 30 minutes, one day a week for 12 weeks. When/Where: October 2, 2012 - 6pm - 8pm Center for Children and Families - 3021 3rd Avenue N. Billings, MT Contact: For more information, or to register contact Julie @ 406-281-8574 or julieg@forfamilies.org

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What:
THE INSIGHT:   Knowing what to SAY and what to DO to help a suicidal youth

When: Tuesday October 9, 2012 3pm - 4:30 pm Target Audience: School Administrators Teachers Coaches Community Youth Services Providers  Student Services Personnel School Board Members Education Policymakers Community Prevention Coalition Members  Law Enforcement Officers Juvenile Justice Professionals  Clinicians Health Care Professionals Other Professionals Working With Youth Contact:
Well Aware Webinars at:
talkback@wellawaresp.org
920-457-4033

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What:
The Mandt System builds on skill development through a system of gradual and graded alternatives for deescalating and assisting people us-ing a combination of interpersonal communication skills, conflict reso-lution strategies and physical interaction techniques. The goal is to assist others in managing themselves and the safety of all involved through skillful and nonphysical means. Physical strategies are also taught to provide additional "least restrictive" options in the event the person poses a clear threat of substantial harm to self or others if physically unassisted.

When/Where:
Nov. 2, 2012
8:30am - 2:30pm Nov. 3, 2012
8:30am - 12:30pm Fifth Avenue Christian Church
Havre, MT 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

Click here for Video Conferencing Locations

What:
Autism 210: Using Visuals to Support Independence at Home and in the Classroom

When:
Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012
7 - 8:30 p.m. Contact: To request your location, please email the following information to kay.fladstol@vision.net by 3:30 Wednesday, October 4th with the Subject Line, "Seattle Autism 200" The town in which you wish to attend Your name and telephone info Your position or relationship (teacher, parent, sibling, etc)

Click here to RSVP What:
You are invited to participate in Health Votes Montana- 2012. Health Votes Montana is a state legislative candidate forum focused on healthcare issues that are of concern for patients. When/Where:
Beall Park Rec Center - Bozeman, MT
Sept. 24, 2012 - 5:30-7:30 pm Missoula Library - Missoula, MT
Sept. 26, 2012 - 5:30-7:30pm Lewis & Clark Library Helena, MT
Sept. 27, 2012 - 6:00-8:00pm Billings Depot - Billings, MT
Oct. 2, 2012 - 6:00-8:00pm For More Information:
Eran Thompson
eranthompson@cancer.org
406-373-8490

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What:
You are invited to attend a special lecture series on "Diversity and Inclusion" on October 17 and 18, 7:00PM, at Petro Theatre on the campus of Montana State University Billings.  The Montana Regional Education Service Area III (MRESA3), Region III Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD), and Disability Support Services of MSUB will be hosting two speakers who will talk about diversity and inclusion from their personal and unique perspectives. When
October 17-18, 2012
7:00 pm Where:
Petro Theatre on campus of Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT  Target Audience:
high school college students educators Para-professionals Vocational Rehabilitation Services parents Contact:
John Keener
MRESA3 Project Coordinator
Montana Center for Inclusive Education
Montana State University Billings
john.keener@msubillings.edu
406-657-1743  

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What:
Social Communication Skills are vital to school and life success. There is compelling evidence that all children can benefit from direct instruction in specific social communication skills. This presentation describes the developmental sequences of social communication skills along with effective instructional methods that teach children expected behaviors and give them "words" they can use to interact in socially appropriate ways. Strategies that provide opportunities to model, reinforce and re-teach these important skills will be described and practiced. Techniques will be provided that involve families, which makes the impact of learning these skills very powerful.
Participants will be able to: Describe the developmental sequences of social communication skills. Use effective techniques to teach social communication skills to young children. Enhance strategies to facilitate pro-social behavior in young children. Target Audience: General and Special Educators, Paraprofessionals, Agency Personnel, Parents and others who work with young children When/Where:
Nov. 6, 2012 - Hampton Inn, Great Falls, MT
Nov. 7, 2012 - Duck Inn (Vineyard Room), Havre, MT 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

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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:
11/14/2012
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Mountain Time