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What:
This webinar focuses on the implementation of the intervention plan once solutions are agreed upon by the user and the team providing care. Participants will be exposed to issues related to AT abandonment. The presentation will also feature concepts related to training, documentation, and methods for evaluating outcomes. When:
Monday, April 22, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain Cost:
$28 for RESNA Members, $40 for Non-Members (0.1 RESNA CEUs)

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What:
With both supplier and clinician under tighter and tighter time constraints, it is so easy to jump into an assessment part way, skipping over critical steps that provide a successful outcome for the client. It is tempting to quickly size up a client and begin matching products to apparent need. A thorough assessment starts at the beginning, literally, by carefully reviewing client and team goals and the etiology of specific positioning challenges before jumping to product options. Bring your thinking cap and be ready for some interactive problem-solving! When:
Monday, April 15, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain Cost:
$28 for RESNA Members, $40 for Non-Members (0.1 RESNA CEUs)

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What:
Participants will learn how to develop strategies for implementing assistive technology in the classroom setting. The webinar will focus on assistive technology and factors in matching features to the child's needs. Participants will also be able to identify at least three types of technologies for use in support of academic learning. The knowledge gained in this session will enable participants to evaluate the impact of a continuum of options that need to be considered with clear justification for solutions that are best for the child. When:
Monday, March 18, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain Cost:
$28 for RESNA Members, $40 for Non-Members. (0.1 RESNA CEUs)

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What:
Every society is riddled with conflict. Conflict is inevitable and different cultures have different ways of dealing with conflict within and outside the group. This session explores the cultural dimensions of conflict and will provide an international perspective on exploring, negotiating with, and resolving a cross-cultural conflict. The presenter, Professor Sukh Singh, Associate Director, Willamette University Center for Dispute Resolution, will share experiences, suggest tools, and provide a set of readings. When:
Thursday, February 28, 2013
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge

Click here to download the flier for this event Click here to register online and for full details What: Western Regional Early Intervention in collaboration with Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired are presenting this conference regarding Assessment and strategies for infants, toddlers, students, and adults with sensory loss. Three days of keynotes and breakouts hosted by renowned names in the field, this is a powerful lineup of speakers. When: June 19 - 21, 2013 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain Where: Snow King Resort 400 East Snow King Avenue Jackson, WY 83001 Cost: Attendance at all three days of the conference, June 19, 20, & 21. - $160.00 (USD). See flier and registration link for details.

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What:
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
Debra Miller at 657-2072 or mailto:%20dmiller@m

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What:
This workshop will help caregivers and professionals about the concerns and opportunities frequently experienced by brothers and sisters of people with special needs. Participants will also learn what researchers, clinicians, and siblings themselves say about growing up with siblings who have special needs. Implications for parents and service providers will be discussed throughout the workshop.

Early Intervention credits applied for and pending. When:
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain Cost:
$30.00

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What:
With large changes coming to health insurance under the ACA and enrollment beginning in October, there is increasing confusion about health plan enrollment. This webinar will discuss the state exchanges and the various methods on how to enroll in a health plan. Important topics include who qualifies for what program, the 'no wrong door' concept and benefits regarding mental health and substance use disorders. With October around the corner, this is great information for individuals and affiliates alike. When:
Thursday, February 28th, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am Mountain Cost:
This is a free webinar offered by Enroll America in partnership with Mental Health America and SAMHSA. Contact:
Questions? Email dplotnick@mentalhealthamerica.net
call 703-684-7722

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What:
Learn what Apple handheld devices and apps are being utilized to assist students as they successfully move from school to work and community. Emphasis will be on built in features, and generic and specialized apps which promote independence, communication, productivity, and inclusion. Examples of school programs and the employment agencies they interact with, using handheld devices to leverage preferred employment outcomes,  independent living, and community connection. When:
Monday, March 11, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge.

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What:
This picture exchange communication system (PECS) is used to rapidly teach communication skills to those with limited functional speech. PECS pro-motes communication within a social context without lengthy prerequisite training. Training in PECS begins by teaching a spontaneous request and goes on to teach additional communicative functions such as responding to questions and comment-ing. An added attraction for preschool children with autism and related disabilities is the high proportion of children who acquire independent speech. Participants will learn how to implement the six phases of PECS, plus attributes through pre-senter demonstration, video examples and role play opportunities. Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of how to implement PECS for the individuals with autism, related developmental disabilities and/or limited commu-nication skills.

When:
March 21, 22, 2013
7:30 am - 4:00 pm Mountain Where:
Hampton Inn
2301 14th Street Southwest
Great Falls, MT 59404 Cost:
There is no charge for this training. There is a $75 dollar charge for re-quired materials. Checks can be made to Region II CSPD. The workshop is limited to 30 people. Contact:
Aileen Couch, Coordinator

PO Box 7791
Havre, MT 59501
Phone: (406) 265-4356 ext. 322

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What:
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and its National Center for Medical Home Implementation (NCMHI) are hosting a FREE four part webinar series February through May 2013 on how to effectively deliver care through the medical home model. Building on the success of two previous medical home webinar series (2009 and 2011), the NCMHI will provide engaging educational "how to" presentations focused on several important facets of pediatric care delivery, including empowering youth, reducing health disparities, using data to improve quality, and employing best practices in family-centered care. The webinars will feature expert faculty and provide targeted information and tools; they will feature new products from the NCMHI such as updated state profiles in the Medical Home Data Portal, promising practices regarding language access services, and a new family-centered care monograph.

When:
How To Engage Youth in Health Care
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

How to Enhance Care Delivery for a Diverse Population
To be determined - March 2013

How to Use Data to Improve Care Delivery
Thursday, April 25, 2013
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

How To Incorporate Best Practices in Family Centered Care in Your Practice
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
This webinar series is offered free of charge.

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What:
The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) require both students and teachers to demonstrate digital literacy skills by publishing texts online and developing communication skills through the use of different technology tools. The Mapping Media to the Common Core course (part 1) introduces teachers to six different multimedia products which students can create to meet the CCSS requirements; These strategies can also be used to differentiate instruction to meet the  needs of students with disabilities or those with high abilities! Each participant will use an iPad to access the interactive course eBook, as well as, create and share a variety of media products during the course.   Participants will need access to an iPad for this course.

When:
March 7, 2013 - Introduction (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
March 14, 2013 - Interactive Writing (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
March 28, 2013 - Narrated Art (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
April 11, 2013 - Radio Show (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
April 25, 2013 - Five- Photo Story (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
May 9, 2013 - Visual Notetaking (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)
May 23, 2013 - Narrated Slideshow/Screencast (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Mountain)

Where:
Sessions will be offered electronically at Vision Net Sites.
Contact Kay Fladstohl at kay.fladstol@vision.net  or 406-750-4379 to reserve a site near you.
     or
https://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&gl=us&daddr=32+Campus+Dr,+Mis

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What:
In this session, 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:
Saturday, April 13, 2013
8:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain Where:
Masonic Lodge
126 E Broadway St.
Missoula, MT 59802 Cost:
Professional - $75.00 (register before March 1st), $90.00 thereafter
Paraprofessionals & Parents - $50.00 (register before March 1st), $65.00 thereafter   
University Student - $35.00 (register before March 1st), $50.00 thereafter
Scholarships may be available. Parents check out http://pluk.org/ for a parent training scholarship application. Paraprofessionals/ Professionals email Doug Doty at ddoty@mt.gov

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What:
This webinar will explain education issues that the Obama Administration and Congress will be focused on in 2013, and the impact that potential education policy actions will have on you, your child, schools, and teachers. You'll have a unique opportunity to pose questions to DC policy experts. Moderators: Laura Kaloi NCLD's public policy director, Vic Klatt of Penn Hill Group, and Alex Nock of Penn Hill Group. When:
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
9:00 am - 10:30 am Mountain Cost:
Free of charge

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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:
Come and meet vendors of K-12 textbooks and education materials. Areas of emphasis will be Common Core Mathematics, English Language Arts, Social Studies, and some Science. Networkk with vendors and recieve free samples. When:
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain Where:
Holiday Inn Downtown Missoula
200 S. Pattee St.
Missoula, MT 59802 Cost:
Free to all educators Contact:
Christine Kuschel, Ed.D.
Missoula, MT ASCD President
6990 Linda Vista Blvd
Missoula, MT 59803
(406) 251-5885 (voice)
(406) 251-4189 (fax)
CKuschel@aol.com

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What:
Explore the Montana Tribal Histories Educators' Resource Guide and learn more about  primary and secondary documents that inform the tribal histories of Montana. Includes the guide, lesson plans and DVD with resources. (Register early so to receive your free materials to start the course!) When:
Course begins February 18, 2013
Registration closes February 24, 2013
See course report for details on class times and dates Cost:
$75 (partially funded through OPI IEFA Grant Funds) $135 fee for University Credit
15 OPI renewal or 1 semester University

Click here to download the State of Montana Part C Annual Performance Report FFY 2011

The State of Montana Part C Annual Performance Report for Fiscal year 2011 and all related documents and reports are available online at: http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/fssac/partcreports/index.shtml If you have any questions or concerns please contact:
Wendy Studt, Part C Coordinator
Community Services Bureau
Developmental Disabilities Program
Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
(406) 444-5647
wstudt@mt.gov

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What:
Insurance Commissioner Monica J. Lindeen announced plans for a second public hearing on the proposed acquisition of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBS) by Chicago-based Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC). A previous hearing on February 12 gave the public an opportunity to weigh in on the proposal, which converts Montana's largest non-profit health insurer to a for-profit subsidiary of the nation's fourth largest health insurance company. Former Montana Supreme Court Justice W. William Leaphart will serve as the hearing examiner.

At the March 12 hearing, representatives from BCBS and HCSC will make their case that the proposed acquisition is in the public's interest and in compliance with state law. Both the Commissioner and the Attorney General will have an opportunity to call expert witnesses to evaluate the proposal.
When:
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
9:00 am Mountain Where:
Montana Supreme Court
215 N. Sanders, 4th Floor
Helena, MT 59601 Contact:
The public is encouraged to submit comments in person at the March 12 hearing or in writing. Written comment should be sent to:

Jesse Laslovich
Chief Legal Counsel
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
840 Helena Avenue
Helena, MT 59601

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What:
NICHD is recruiting volunteers for the national Safe to Sleep Champions Initiative, which engages physicians and other health care professionals, parents, grandparents and other family members, caregivers, and community stakeholders to serve as spokespersons for the Safe to Sleep campaign. The Safe to Sleep campaign not only addresses ways to reduce the risk of SIDS, but also ways to reduce the risk of other sleep-related causes of infant death, such as suffocation or strangulation. The goal of the Safe to Sleep Champions Initiative is to share the campaign messages about safe infant sleep practices through the use of media and community outreach efforts. The NICHD will host training webinars to equip participants with the information to serve as Champions in their local communities. To volunteer as a Safe to Sleep Champion, you must participate in one of the webinars.

When:
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am Mountain
Tuesday, March 5, 2013 
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain
Thursday, March 14, 2013
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
Free Of Charge