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What:
Learn to access behaviors in your repertoire that were previously not retrievable, Identify, analyze, and manipulate context to obtain the desired outcome, Determine the function behaviors serve and teach replacement behaviors, Understand the real scoop on reinforcement and punishment and how to use then in nontra-ditional ways, Use resistant behavior to obtain compliance, Control our emotions and behavior regardless of how disagreeably others treat us.

When:
November 8, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountian

Where:
Hampton Inn
2301 14th St. SW
Great Falls, MT 59404

Cost:
6 OPI Renewal Units or 1 College Credit through the University of Great Falls at the cost of $85 will be available at this training

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Learn to access behaviors in your repertoire that were previously not retrievable, Identify, analyze, and manipulate context to obtain the desired outcome, Determine the function behaviors serve and teach replacement behaviors, Understand the real scoop on reinforcement and punishment and how to use then in nontra-ditional ways, Use resistant behavior to obtain compliance, Control our emotions and behavior regardless of how disagreeably others treat us.

When:
November 7, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountian

Where:
Fifth Avenue Christian Church
2015 5th Ave.
Havre, MT 59501

Cost:
6 OPI Renewal Units or 1 College Credit through the University of Great Falls at the cost of $85 will be available at this training

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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. The focus of The Mandt System is primarily on prevention.

When:
November 1-2, 2013
8:00 am - 2:30 pm Mountain (Day One)
8:00 am - 12:30 pm Mountain (Day Two)

Where:
Robins Administration Building
425 6th Street
Havre, MT 59501

Cost:
No cost

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What:
The OPI is pleased to present a one-day special education law update again this year with specialist Attorney Art Cernosia. This year the invitation focuses on superintendents, principals, special education directors and teachers, and PLUK advocates. We are particularly interested in encouraging administrators to attend. Attendance is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis as the flyer indicates.

When:
Monday, November 18, 2013
8:30 am - 5:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Great Northern Hotel
835 Great Northern Blvd.
Helena, MT 59601

Cost:
No cost. To Register Call (406) 444-3172 -  Space Limited. Lunch on your own.

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What:
This webinar will introduce participants to the concepts and strategies of Inclusive Listening, a system for listening and reflecting for mediation and facilitation. Inclusive Listening has been developed over the last 15 years by mediators and trainers in Maryland. Inclusive listening honors participants' experiences, supporting them to have the conversation in an authentic way. At the same time, it acknowledges participants' feelings, highlights their values, and identifies topics in a neutral way to prepare for collaborative problem solving.

When:
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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This workshop is designed to show you new and exciting Augmented Reality apps and how to use these apps to bring your classroom to life by engaging and building interaction with your students. You will learn what Augmented Reality (AR) is and how to build your own. The magic is in the target image and how it is brought to life with an extra layer through an AR App. Imagine holding your device over a poster on your classroom wall as if you were going to take a picture and the poster instantly comes to life by playing a video or sharing additional information. Oh, ho, ho, it's magic you know! Your students will never believe it's not so!

When:
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
In this class you will learn how to differentiate inside the four walls of your classroom. We will take a look at the NEW Common Core "blooms", reading, math, and other subject areas. We will look at learning styles and discover how to reach all of them in one day. We will talk about having gifted kids in the general classroom that need to be challenged at their level at all times, and how to control the time we spend with those that need us the most to catch up. Tammie will walk participants through a lesson plan that she uses. 

When:
Monday, November 25, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
In this class you will learn several ways to communicate with parents including blogging, weekly reports, daily planners, phone call, texts, emails, and Tuesday Folders. We will discuss issues like documentation, common parental issues, parent conference strategies (especially the heated ones), and others. Participants will create blogs, weekly reports, and role play parent conferences of all types. Lastly, parent volunteers will be discussed. 

When:
Monday, November 18, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
In this class you will learn different types of classroom management that can be used in your classroom. We will discuss and develop many different options. Building character will be discussed and a debate on consequences vs. punishment will be had. This class will also cover a collection of tricks of the trade including attention getters, participation encouragers, and many others. Lastly, room set up and procedure/routines will be shared. 

When:
Monday, November 11, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
In this class you will learn how to use picture books, YouTube videos, and schooltoolstv.org to create lessons used in a morning meeting setting. Participants will receive lessons that build on the 6 character traits, social skills, and common behavioral issues that come up in a typical classroom. Participants will also learn the philosophy behind teaching the social skills.

When:
Monday, November 4, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education Building, Room 122
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
Effective school change requires wide stakeholder participation.  As we have seen with the Million Voice Survey, "When students have high aspirations, they have the ability to dream about the future, while being inspired in the present to reach those dreams."  The theme for the 2013 Youth Days is "FUEL UP FOR LEADERSHIP."  Youth Days has positively impacted schools across Montana.  This year, we will again incorporate "8 Conditions" that need to be in place if students are to strive for and fulfill their academic, personal and social promise.

When:
Decemeber 1-2, 2013
Sunday - 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain
Monday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Holiday Inn Grand Montana
5500 Midland Rd
Billings MT, 59102

Cost:
A meal will be served on Sunday evening, as well as a morning snack and lunch on Monday.  Your school will be reimbursed for travel, lodging (if you should need it) and per diem at the current state rates.

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What:
Effective school change requires wide stakeholder participation.  As we have seen with the Million Voice Survey, "When students have high aspirations, they have the ability to dream about the future, while being inspired in the present to reach those dreams."  The theme for the 2013 Youth Days is "FUEL UP FOR LEADERSHIP."  Youth Days has positively impacted schools across Montana.  This year, we will again incorporate "8 Conditions" that need to be in place if students are to strive for and fulfill their academic, personal and social promise.

When:
November 17-18, 2013
Sunday - 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain
Monday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Microtel Inn & Suites,
1500 South Central Avenue
Sidney MT, 59270

Cost:
A meal will be served on Sunday evening, as well as a morning snack and lunch on Monday.  Your school will be reimbursed for travel, lodging (if you should need it) and per diem at the current state rates.

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What:
Effective school change requires wide stakeholder participation.  As we have seen with the Million Voice Survey, "When students have high aspirations, they have the ability to dream about the future, while being inspired in the present to reach those dreams."  The theme for the 2013 Youth Days is "FUEL UP FOR LEADERSHIP."  Youth Days has positively impacted schools across Montana.  This year, we will again incorporate "8 Conditions" that need to be in place if students are to strive for and fulfill their academic, personal and social promise.

When:
November 3-4, 2013
Sunday - 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday 8:00 am - 2:30 pm Mountain

Where:
Holiday Inn
5 Baxter Lane
Bozeman MT, 59715 

Cost:
A meal will be served on Sunday evening, as well as a morning snack and lunch on Monday.  Your school will be reimbursed for travel, lodging (if you should need it) and per diem at the current state rates.

What:
Commissioner Lindeen is travelling Montana to answer YOUR questions about Obamacare. Light refreshments will be provided at all events.

When/Where:
Monday, October 28, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain

Where:
St. Peter's Hospital Education Center
2475 Broadway - Main Entrance
Helena MT, 59601

Cost:
No cost

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What:
EQUIP is a professionally facilitated, psycho-educationally-based group. Each month, we will concentrate on a specific topic relevant to adoption and have time for both teaching and discussion. This group is designed to support those on the adoption journey who would like information and the camaraderie of other adoptive families.

When:
Fourth Thursday of each month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain
September - School Issues for the Adopted Child & Family
October - Is the Behavior "Normal" or Adoption-Related?
November - Sensory Issues-Seeking and Avoidance: What to Do
December - Holidays Do's and Don'ts
January - Brain Development and the Adopted Child
February - Therapeutic vs. Traditional Parenting
March - Translating Behavior: Teaching Your Child Who He/She Is
April - Paradoxical Interventions
May - Taking Care of Yourself

Where:
Thrive office
400 E. Babcock (at Rouse)
Bozeman MT, 59715

Cost:
No cost

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What:
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.  Strategies will be presented that are grounded in place value and scaffolded to allow students multiple entry points into addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.  Participants will gain a firm foundation about the concrete-pictorial-abstract approach to teaching.

When:
October 31 and November 1, 2013

Where:
Wingate Hotel
5252 Airway Blvd.
Missoula MT 59808

Cost:
1 day - $140 per person
2 day - $200 per person

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What:
Cats and Kids is a new event this year for kids in the Bozeman community to get involved with the Bobcat Track and Field team. The event is a track meet for "tracksters with all abilities"! Children with any and all physical or mental disabilities are welcome to compete. Each competitor will be paired with a member of the bobcat team and the two will compete as a pair. The teamwork between the two people can be anywhere from the bobcat playing a coaches roll, to the two dividing up portions of the event. Creativity is on our side and I don't want anyone to be discouraged from any event. 

When:
Sunday, November 17, 2013
11:00 am - 3:00 pm Mountain

Where:
MSU Brick Breeden Fieldhouse‎
1 Bobcat Cir
Bozeman MT, 59717

Cost:
No cost. If you are interested in your son/daughter competing, please send an email with the following information to catsandkids2013@gmail.com
- name
- age
- three events they would like to compete in
- quick description of ability level
- preference of male or female partner

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MRESA3 is offering a series of workshops for Gifted and Talented instruction. These four one-day workshops will be offered throughout the academic years for those working in Gifted and Talented programs or those wanting to learn more about Gifted and Talented.

When:
Registration for all workshops begin at 8:00 am; workshops begin at 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Mountain.
November 1, 2013 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"
January 24, 2014 - "Meeting the Needs of the Twice Exceptional Student in the Regular Classroom"
March 21, 2014 - "Designing and Implementing Services for Gifted Students"
April 18, 2014 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"

Where:
MSUB College of Education, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT. 59101

Cost:
Each workshop is $125 - Lunch is on your own.
7 OPI Renewal Units available for each workshop.

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MRESA3 is offering a series of workshops for Gifted and Talented instruction. These four one-day workshops will be offered throughout the academic years for those working in Gifted and Talented programs or those wanting to learn more about Gifted and Talented.

When:
Registration for all workshops begin at 8:00 am; workshops begin at 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Mountain.
November 1, 2013 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"
January 24, 2014 - "Meeting the Needs of the Twice Exceptional Student in the Regular Classroom"
March 21, 2014 - "Designing and Implementing Services for Gifted Students"
April 18, 2014 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"

Where:
MSUB College of Education, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT. 59101

Cost:
Each workshop is $125 - Lunch is on your own.
7 OPI Renewal Units available for each workshop.

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MRESA3 is offering a series of workshops for Gifted and Talented instruction. These four one-day workshops will be offered throughout the academic years for those working in Gifted and Talented programs or those wanting to learn more about Gifted and Talented.

When:
Registration for all workshops begin at 8:00 am; workshops begin at 8:30 am until 5:00 pm Mountain.
November 1, 2013 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"
January 24, 2014 - "Meeting the Needs of the Twice Exceptional Student in the Regular Classroom"
March 21, 2014 - "Designing and Implementing Services for Gifted Students"
April 18, 2014 - "Differentiating Curriculum While Meeting Common Core Standards"

Where:
MSUB College of Education, Room 122
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT. 59101

Cost:
Each workshop is $125 - Lunch is on your own.
7 OPI Renewal Units available for each workshop.