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What:
This webinar will briefly review OPI's rule on the use of Aversive Treatment Procedures (physical restraint, isolation time-out) and provide guidance and resources. Questions are encouraged and can be sent during the webinar or prior to the webinar to ddoty@mt.gov.  No registration is required and the webinar can be viewed at **this website** on the day of the broadcast. The webinar will be recorded.

When:
September 30, 2013

Cost:
No cost

If you have questions about the webinar or aversive treament procedures please contact ddoty@mt.gov

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What:
IDEA provisions for parent participation envisioned meaningful parent-school collaboration that could ultimately lead to positive student outcomes. Just like any relationship, this partnership requires hard work and commitment. Recent research has identified a number of effective, cost-efficient, and meaningful strategies that can promote meaningful parent-school partnerships through both conflict prevention and appropriate dispute resolution practices. Unfortunately, educators and parents are not always aware of how to implement such strategies. This webinar will explore the past and future direction for fostering the parent-school partnership when faced with the potential for conflict.
 
When:
October 2, 2013
12:30 am - 1:45 pm Mountain

Cost:
No cost

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What:
How can controversy help students' thinking become deeper? In a living culture how do traditions continue? Participants will look at the controversy surrounding the auction of Chief Joseph's War Shirt. Compare Bently Spang's contemporary story "The War Shirt" with Chief Joseph's War Shirt. Participants will look at the benefits of using primary sources and photographs in the classroom. This Indian Education for All workshop is an excellent introduction into the use of primary sources for all grade levels.

When:
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
$50.00 per person, No charge for subscribers.

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What:
Have you ever wanted to travel back in time? Do you remember hearing about Chief Joseph's surrender speech in 1877? What else do you know about the Nez Perce Conflict of 1877? How does it connect to Montana History? How did it connect with your community? How can you find out? How can you use Primary Sources to meet the Montana Common Core Standards? BYOD and learn the "rest of the story"? Chronicling America is part of the National Digitized Newspaper Program and is probably the closest thing we have to a "Time Travel Machine". This workshop will explore how to locate Primary Sources that connect to the Nez Perce Conflict of 1877. We will use Chronicling America and Montana Historical Society resources as our primary tools. This is an excellent opportunity to learn to use primary resources with an Indian Education for All presentation.

When:
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
$50.00 per person, No charge for subscribers.

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What:
This workshop will focus on the common mental health diagnoses experienced by children and adolescents. Symptoms and recommended treatments will be discussed, and case vignettes will be utilized for group practice and comprehension.
 
When:
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
Boundaries occur between husbands and wives, parents and children, employers and employees, teachers and students, and professionals and clients. Boundaries are an essential piece of any profession. This workshop will be a discussion on how knowing and understanding your personal and professional boundaries will ensure a safe and healthy relationship.
 
When:
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
This workshop will explore what burn-out looks like, what can lead to it, assess if one is experiencing it, and learn different strategies for addressing it.
 
When:
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
This workshop will focus on common behavioral issues of children and adults that negatively impact classroom settings and/or therapy progress. All behaviors serve a purpose or strive to meet a need; deciphering that need can open up the possibilities of learning new healthier behaviors.
 
When:
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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Through years of researching, evaluating, treating, and coaching youth and adults, Dr. Fruge' and Dr. Green-Fruge' have developed an innovative program called Preparing the Mind for Success and Competition (PMSC), which is primarily focused on At-Risk youth and young adults. Dr. Fruge' and Dr. Green-Fruge' will present their preliminary research on this innovative program and its practical application. The goal of the workshop is to provide attendants with a Functional Cultural Context to understand and navigate common challenges faced when working with At-Risk youth. Attendants will be introduced to training and psycho-therapeutic approaches to support At-Risk youth in their transition to adulthood and success.
 
When:
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

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What:
This workshop will center on the definitions of bullying, the roles kids play and other types of aggressive behavior. Shame as a major contributing factor to each of the many roles in bullying will be explored. Prevention and response strategies will also be included as an important focus.
 
When:
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
No cost

What:
SEPTA is having it's traditional back to school potluck at the dinosaur playground. Members will meet at the tables in front of the dinosaur playground and enjoy pizza (provided by SEPTA) and other dishes brought potluck style. This gathering gives mebers a chance to get back together for the new school year and meet new and old friends! Anyone who has any part or interest in SEPTA or the special needs community in general is welcome. SEPTA members please come ready to pay your dues for the year. Membership is still $10 for an individual, $15 for a couple and open to anyone with an interest in the special needs community.

When:
Thursday, September 26, 2013
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Beall Park, Dinosaur Playground
415 North Bozeman Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59715

If you can not make the potluck you can send your dues to Bozeman SEPTA, care of Alyson Ball, 1103 S. Pinecrest Dr. Bozeman, MT 59715. Please send your name(s), address, phone number, and email address with the dues. Make checks out to Bozeman SEPTA.

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What:
The webinar will cover the background and problem identification related to the individual, the environment and the technology. The Child's abilities and needs will be thoroughly presented and clearly linked to impairment, functional goal/IEP and environment. A feature match will provide evidence that several options are considered. Selected technologies will be listed with justification as to why the technology is best for the student. Documentation will be provided to describe optimization for the devices and training for child and support team. Future needs will also be addressed for follow-up and future anticipated needs will be listed.

When:
Friday, September 27, 2013             
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
$28 RESNA Members, $40 Non-Members

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What:
Navigating the transition from high school to the world of work can be challenging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and families. It can be even more challenging given the competing- and sometimes contradictory- messaging families receive from different systems regarding post-graduation options. Ensuring opportunities for a productive relationship between families and service systems, and routinely communicating shared goals, can be indicators of success. Join others from around the country to hear highlights from family experiences in sorting out messages from three service systems: education, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), and IDD agencies.

When:
Friday, October 4, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
No charge

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What:
This Summit is open to school staff and parents and is provided at no cost by the Montana Office of Public Instruction. OPI continuing education units will be available. The Focused Summit has fewer topics than the usual iPad Summit. Scheduled topics include: Tips and Tricks for your iPad, Scheduling Apps, Proloque2go, Notability and Data-recording apps - including a demonstration of the Catalyst Data App being offered by OPI to schools this year.

When:
Thursday, October 17, 2013
9:30 am - 3:30 pm Mountain
 
Where:
Kalispell Cost:
Registration is not required. If you have questions about the Focused iPad Summit please contact Barb Sorenson at bsorenson@wfps.k12.mt.us

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What:
This day-long workshop for autism support professionals on strategies for the assessment and training of persons with autism to use PDAs, tablets and smartphones as cognitive-behavioral aids in transition to employment.  We will discuss the evolution of these tools, explore apps for memory, task management, behavioral modulation, wayfinding, and communication, and use case studies to develop individualized suites of device, apps, and peripherals to provide workplace solutions for this population.  

When:
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Bozemen (location to be announced)

Cost:
No charge

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What:
This day-long workshop for autism support professionals on strategies for the assessment and training of persons with autism to use PDAs, tablets and smartphones as cognitive-behavioral aids in transition to employment.  We will discuss the evolution of these tools, explore apps for memory, task management, behavioral modulation, wayfinding, and communication, and use case studies to develop individualized suites of device, apps, and peripherals to provide workplace solutions for this population.  

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

Where:
Wingate Hotel
5252 Airway Blvd.
Missoula MT, 59808

Cost:
No charge

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What:
The Arc Montana is organizing an Arc Conference for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Self-advocates and experts will seak about important issues such as: Special education transition, personal success, entrepreneurship, abuse and violence prevention, and employment opportunities.

When:
October 17-18, 2013

Where:
Billings

Contact:
Mary Caferro at (406) 461-2384 or mcaferro@aware-inc.org

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What:
Assisting with Reading Fluency in the Classroom will provide the paraeducator with the information and skills needed to assist classroom teachers in meeting the literacy needs of a variety of students. It deals with the specific area of reading fluency. It prepares paraeducators to understand important fluency concepts and terms, and to use a variety of research-based instructional techniques that improve fluency at the word, phrase, sentence, and connected text levels. The Instructional Teamwork Academy academy is designed to help paraeducators work effectively on a team. This course is recommended for teachers as well. Teachers and/or paraeducators may take this course without the other team member, but it is most effective when teams take the course together. The academy consists of four modules consisting of introductory material regarding teamwork, delineation of roles and responsibilities, classroom instruction, and behavior management.

When:
Monday, Spetember 23, 2013
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Columbus High School
433 N 3rd St.
Columbus, MT 59019

Cost:
No cost, lunch on your own

To Register Contact:
Monica Pugh, (406) 322-5298 or ssgpugh11@yahoo.com

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What:
We all have had those moments when we are unsure that our interpretation has a clear visual scaffold to support student comprehension. We will focus on strategies for effective listening, planning, and delivering a more organized interpretation. Participants will discuss and practice various strategies for using space in an effective manner.

When:
Saturday, April 5, 2014
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana School for the Deaf and Blind
3911 Central Ave.
Great Falls, MT 59405

Cost:
The Montana Office of Public Instruction is happy to announce that it will sponsor all four (4) video conferences.

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If you want to register to attend on-location at the School for the Deaf and Blind, please send your name, address, phone number, E-mail address and the name of the video conference(s) you want to attend to Francisco J. Román at froman@mt.gov, 444-1373 (fax) or by mail at Office of Public Instruction, PO Box 202501, Helena, MT 59620

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What:
The use of process time has a direct impact on the effectiveness of equivalence of an interpretation. We will provide you with an overview of the models of interpreting developed by the leaders in the field. Participants will discover how they are currently using process time. Then we will lead you through a series of activities to increase working memory and to practice using "whole thought" processing.

When:
Saturday, February 8, 2014
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Montana School for the Deaf and Blind
3911 Central Ave.
Great Falls, MT 59405

Cost:
The Montana Office of Public Instruction is happy to announce that it will sponsor all four (4) video conferences.

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If you want to register to attend on-location at the School for the Deaf and Blind, please send your name, address, phone number, E-mail address and the name of the video conference(s) you want to attend to Francisco J. Román at froman@mt.gov, 444-1373 (fax) or by mail at Office of Public Instruction, PO Box 202501, Helena, MT 59620