The waiting room was loud and chaotic. Toddlers were stacking blocks, then squealing with excitement as they knocked them over and watched them fall. Baby toys were chiming and buzzing. A cartoon was blaring on the television mounted above us.
My son Henry (not his real name) was not playing with the other children. He was nestled in my lap, quietly leafing through a picture book. My winter coat partially enshrouded him from the bedlam encircling us.
When we were finally called in, our pediatrician examined Henry physically and declared him a healthy 15-month-old. Then she began to ask me a lot of questions about his behavior.
Contents contributed and discussions participated by Sierra Boehm
Working with Video on the iPad - Webinar - Feb. 25, 2013 - 0 views
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What:
Learn the ins and outs of utilizing and working with video on the iPad, including creating, editing, importing into applications, playing video in a variety of formats and exporting video off the iPads, as well as understanding file formats. Learn how to easily import videos and how to use videos in eBook programs, video editors for iPad, free apps to integrate video and effects and more. When:
Monday, February 25, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain Cost:
$55.00 single participant fee, no cancelations or refunds. Group discounts available.
Working with Slide Presentation Apps and Web Tools - Webinar - Feb. 12, 2013 - 0 views
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Learn how to use free and inexpensive iPad apps and Web tools to create slide shows as time lines, stories, story books, presentations and more. Learn to use free programs online for creating apps on the iPad for playback. When:
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain Cost:
$55.00 single participant fee, no cancelations or refunds. Group discounts available.
Improving Student Education Outcomes Through a Multi-Tiered System of Supports - Webina... - 0 views
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What:
This webinar will provide participants with information, resources, tips, and strategies for how to effectively partner with schools to advocate for all students, including those with disabilities. Participants will learn how education policy and practice is being shaped to ensure general education and special education services are effectively integrated into a seamless system of matched supports for students with a high focus on successful outcomes. Participants will also be given information and resources for how to empower themselves to effectively advocate for students within an MTSS context.
When:
January 30, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Cost:
Free
NAMI Basics - Kalispell - Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar. 7, 14, 2013 - 0 views
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Pre-registration is required and class size is limited to 20.
To register contact: Melody Domph 253-9249
What:
A series of 6 classes structured to help parents and direct caregivers understand and support children andadolescents with serious mental illness (ADD/ADHD, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Schizophrenia, and other emotional and behavioral issues) while maintaining their own well being. The course is taught by a team of trained NAMI family members and direct caregiver volunteers who know what it's like to have a child struggling with one of these brain disorders. Topics covered will be the 'no fault' approach, the biology of mental illness, getting an accurate diagnosis, an overview of treatment options, the impact on family, communication, crisis management, the systems/agencies involved with your child, the importance of record keeping, and advocating and team building for you and your child. When:
Thursdays
February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2013
March 7, 14, 2013
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Mountain Where:
Child Development Center
1725 Montana 35
Kalispell, MT 59901 Cost:
There is no cost to participate in the NAMI Basics Program and you will be given course materials to take home.
Rethinking Discipline: Strategies at Work in Schools Today - Webinar - Feb. 5, 2013 - 0 views
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What:
Zero-tolerance policies, which require out-of-school suspension or expulsion for certain inappropriate behaviors, have become the go-to disciplinary approach in many schools, though research suggests they have some downsides. Two alternate approaches that are more focused on changing behavior are restorative practices and PBIS-Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
At Haut Gap Middle and other Charleston, S.C., schools, educators say PBIS has transformed student behavior and increased academic performance. At Christian Fenger Academy High in Chicago, the new restorative approach to student behavior teaches discipline through discussion, support, and "peace circles." Learn how each of these approaches work from the educators who've been using them. When:
Tuesday February 5, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Cost:
Free
Parents Advocating for Kids (PAK) Meeting - Butte - Feb. 9, 2013 - 0 views
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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
*UPDATE* Temple Grandin Speaks About Autism - Bozeman - Mar. 5, 2013 - 0 views
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*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.
Fragile X Associated Disorders, More than a Syndrome - Webinar - Feb. 20, 2013 - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar What: This webinar will discuss the spectrum of disorders associated with the FMR1 gene mutation: Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), Fragile X Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (FXPOI), and Fragile X Tremor Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS). FXS is the leading known cause of autism and the most prevalent inheritable cause of intellectual disabilities. FXPOI affects 15-20% of women who have the premutation allele of the FMR1 gene and involves clinical features including irregular menses, reduced fertility and premature menopause. Also within the premutation range, the neurodegenerative condition known as FXTAS can occur in 46% of males and 17% of women. This webinar will provide a basic understanding of the FMR1 gene mutation, prevalence and clinical features of FX Associated Disorders. A discussion of the varied clinical presentations, associated health conditions and the most recent research on treatments will be included. When: Wednesday, February 20, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Cost:
Free
Integration of Individuals with Disabilities into Local Public Health Programs - Webina... - 0 views
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Click here to register for this webinar What: In this webinar Sarah Yates and Jennifer Li will be speaking about NACCHO's programs designed to help promote the integration of individuals with disabilities into local public health programs and activities. These programs include a learning community with two modules - one focusing on obesity prevention and physical activity promotion, while the other encompasses emergency planning and preparedness for individuals with disabilities. They will share lessons learned from health departments that have implemented inclusive health programs in their own communities and demonstrate how they can be utilized within your own organization/family/etc. NACCHO's toolbox, which has over 80 tools pertaining to health and disability, will also be showcased as a great online resource for free training materials, reports, fact sheets, and more. When: Wednesday, February 6, 2013 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Cost: Free
Nurturing Parenting for Parents and Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges -... - 0 views
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Click here to download the flier for this series of classes Contact the Center for Families to register: info@forfamilies.org www.forfamilies.org Phone: (406) 294-5090 What: Nurturing Parenting with special needs and health challenges is designed to help parents and their children with chronic or life threatening medical conditions, developmental delays, and life-altering disorders and disabilities. Parents and their children meet separately for the first 90 minutes and meet together for the last 30 minutes. Light dinner included for children and adults. Designed for parents of children birth to 12 years. Two facilitators run parents' group; two facilitators run the children's group. The children's group is designed to meet the needs of all children regardless of abilities or health concerns. The program material is consistent with topics covered in the adult sessions and supports the healthy development of children birth to 12 years. When: Tuesday nights February 12, 19, 26, 2013 March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013 April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2013 5:45 pm - 7:45 pm Mountain Where: Center for Children and Families 3021 3rd Ave. North Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$20 per session. There is a sliding fee scale so please contact for details.
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent Curriculum - Miles City - Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2, ... - 0 views
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(Please provide your name, email, phone number, and number of children you will need childcare for.)
Or call Grounds For Change at (406) 874-3377 to register by phone. What:
A series of classes designed to help parents become a "love and logic parent". This parenting program is designed to give individuals practical skills that can be put to use immediately. Childcare with a liscensed childcare provider and a light meal for children and parents will be provided free of charge at each session. When:
Seven week class, once a week on Tuesdays.
March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2013
April 2, 9, 16, 2013
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Mountain Where:
Miles Community College, Room 322
2715 Dickinson Street
Miles City, MT 59301 Cost:
Class, meal, and childcare are all provided free of charge
Birth Defects Info for Parents & Providers Twitter Chat - Twitter Event - Jan. 23, 2013 - 0 views
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Click here to join the chat if you are already on Twitter Click here to create a free Twitter account What: National Family Voices (@FamilyVoices) will partner with @DrBoyleCDC and @DrPeacockCDC of CDC (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), the American Academy of Pediatrics (@AmerAcadPeds), and additional partners including state departments of health for a Twitter chat about birth defects. During the chat you will learn about birth defects statistics, how families of children with birth defects can support their children in collaboration with their health care providers (with an emphasis on family-centered care and medical home), and prevention of birth defects. When: Wednesday, January 23, 2013 12:00 pm Mountain Where: Tweets about "#1in33chat"
Secondary Transition Parent Involvement Conference - Mandan, ND - Apr. 11-13, 2013 - 0 views
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What:
It's that time of year again! The time to come together as a group to learn, share stories, and network with others. Pathfinder Parent Center has put a twist on the 2013 Pathfinder Parent Center Parent Involvement Conference by partnering up with DPI's Secondary Transition conference to get the 2013 Secondary Transition Parent Involvement Conference. Details regarding the speakers and agenda are still in the works. When:
April 11-13, 2013
8:00 am - 4:30 pm Central on the 11th and 12th
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Central on the 13th Where:
Seven Seas Hotel
2611 Old Red Trail
Mandan, ND 58554 Cost:
Registration fee for all 3 days is $65.00
Registration fee for single days is $25.00 Contact:
To apply for Parent Stipends or a Display/Informational Booth please call the Pathfinder Parent Center at 1-800-245-5840
Assistive Technology and the Interactive Process of Employee Accommodations - Webinar -... - 0 views
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What:
It is important that employers understand new technologies, accommodation strategies and best practices to assist and support employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Technology Act States and ADA Regional Centers have valuable free services to assist employers and employees with job accommodations. Each individual employee accommodation solution requires research and time. Presenters Andy Winnegar with the Southwest ADA Center, David Altman and Desirae Vallier with the Assistive Technology Partnership in Nebraska will discuss how Assistive Technology (AT) demonstrations, equipment loans, ADA support and technical assistance from the ADA Network may enhance the interactive accommodation process. When:
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain Cost:
You may receive CEUs for attending some webinar sessions. RESNA is an approved authorized provider for CEU credits by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). You can receive 0.1 CEUs for a 60 or 90 minute webinar. Contact jwallace@resna.org to apply for CEUs. There is a $16 fee to receive credits
RtI 101: What's It All About & Where Do I Fit In? - Great Falls - Feb. 25, 2013 - 0 views
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What:
This workshop is designed for a variety of individuals:
Schools just beginning to think about Response to Instruction (RtI) Support staff in schools already implementing RtI (speech therapists, school psychologists, occupational and physical therapist, tutors, etc.) New administrators or teachers in schools already implementing RtI New members on established RtI teams Non -team staff members of schools which are in the process of implementing the RtI process Participants will be provided:
An overview of the Montana RtI model--both the "big picture" and the eight essential implementation components Practical strategies and possible next steps they might take to "power up and move forward" with RtI implementation efforts Discussion of their specific positions and roles "fit in" with RtI structures and procedures
When/Where:
Monday, February 25, 2013
8:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain
Hampton Inn
2301 14th Street Southwest
Great Falls, MT 59404 Cost:
Free for CSPD Region II Residents, participation by individuals from outside of Region II is welcome, however, 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. Contact:
cspd@havre.k12.mt.us
Aileen Couch, Coordinator
REG
Discrete Trial Training - 0 views
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There tends to be a lot of confusion between terms Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). Often times when people talk about ABA programs for children with autism, they are actually referring to DTT. DTT is one of several types of teaching strategies that fall under the umbrella of ABA.
Study: Some children 'grow out' of autism diagnosis - 0 views
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Some children who are accurately diagnosed in early childhood with autism lose the symptoms and the diagnosis as they grow older, a study supported by the National Institutes of Health has confirmed. The research team made the finding by carefully documenting a prior diagnosis of autism in a small group of school-age children and young adults with no current symptoms of the disorder.
Aspergers will no longer exist after May of 2013 - 0 views
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The American Psychological Association (APA) is changing the definition of Autism Spectrum Disorders, a change which will occur in May of 2013. Click here to review he changes that will be included in the DSM-5. Note: A diagnosis of Aspergers does not qualify a student for eligibility under the disability category of Other Health Impairment. The OHI criteria require that the student has a health problem and Aspergers is a psychological disorder. There are several changes which concern parents, education professionals and people with autism spectrum disorders. Very briefly, these changes are: The new APA criterion for autism spectrum disorders is different from the current APA, IDEA and Montana educational criteria for autism spectrum disorders. Asperger's Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) will no longer exist as separate APA diagnostic categories, but will be subsumed in the revised APA criteria for "Autism Spectrum Disorder." Aspergers and PDD will no longer exist. What will these changes mean for students with autism spectrum disorders in Montana's public schools? Montana is unlikely to change the current criteria for identification of a student as having autism until the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) is reauthorized.The IDEA was last reauthorized in 2004 and the revised regulations were published in 2006. There is no anticipated date for when the next reauthorization will occur. Contact: ddoty@mt.gov Doug Doty, Statewide Coordinator OPI Montana Autism Education Project 406-459-5303
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Sierra Boehm
Digital Media Assistant, Nerd Girl Extraordinaire.
What:
The iPad has become a powerful tool in the classroom for adapting and delivering the curriculum. However, it is just as important that we provide opportunities for students to explore their creative side. This is even more important for students with diverse learning needs. There are thousands of apps that are available that provide students the opportunity to express themselves creatively. This webinar will explore some of the apps for photography, videography, music, drawing, painting and writing. We will also discuss accessibility features, file sharing and copyright. When:
Thursday, March 14, 2013
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Mountain Cost:
$55.00 single participant fee, no cancelations or refunds. Group discounts available.