WSPEI Calendar of Training Opportunities of Interest to Parents and Educators

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Opportunities are listed by date, followed by the title, location, and other information available about the opportunity. Click here to go to National Opportunities.

REACh Trainings on Family Involvement in Education
The current schedule of training by the Responsive Education for All Children (REACh) Initiative is posted on the REACh website, http://reachwi.org/index.php?option=com_jcalpro&Itemid=27 .

September 2009

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Title: Care in the Community
Families and providers who care for children and youth with special needs are encouraged to attend this annual conference.
Presenter:
Sponsor: Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Location: Radisson Hotel, Milwaukee West, Wauwatosa, WI
Contact: Meg Steimle at 414-266-3192 or msteimle@chw.org
Website: www.maxishare.com/conferences
Other:

September 24, 2009

Title: Pierce County Coordinated Services Team Children’s Mental Health Training
Presenter:
Sponsor: Pierce County
Location: River Falls Public Library Lower Level, 140 Union Street, River Falls, WI
Contact: To register: Elaine.Schultz@co.pierce.wi.us or 715-273-6766 ext 6610
Website:
Other: 8:45 sign in; 9-4 Training. Cost: Free (Morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack provided). Registration deadline is September 21st

September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 2009

Title: Beyond Love and Logic – Parent Strategies to Empower Families (This is a five-week course.)
Presenter: Rob Ocker, Parent, Certified Love and Logic Trainer, Guidance Counselor and Family Dynamics Consultant
Sponsor: Badger Community Education
Location: Lake Geneva Middle School Room 210
Contact: Marie Collins, Badger Community Education Director and Career/Tech Ed Coordinator, 220 South Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147, 262-348-2006, marie.Collins@badger.k12.wi.us
Website:
Other: Thursday nights from 6 – 8 p.m. $20.00/couple; $15.00/individual. (minimum enrollment – 5). Childcare upon request will be provided.

Saturday, September 26, 2009, 8:45 – 3:00

Title: Support Parent Trainings
Connecting with another parent who has a child with a similar disability can be one of the most empowering experiences for parents as they make their way through their journey.
Presenter:
Sponsor: Parent to Parent of Wisconsin
Location: St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison, WI Children’s Hospital of WI, Children’s Corporate Center, 999 N. 92nd Street, Milwaukee, WI
Contact: Robin at Parent to Parent of Wisconsin, (715) 361-2890, or Karen at SE Regional CYSHCN Center, 414-266-3198
Website:
Other: The training is free.

September 29-30, 2009 (advanced level, assessment)
Day 1: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm; includes lunch and afternoon break
Day 2: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm; includes breakfast, lunch, and break

Title: Statewide Autism Training-Advanced Level
Designed for educational personnel working in K-12 settings with students with autism. Basic level training includes introductory information on autism, the educational definition and criteria for autism, evaluation, and basic programming. ADVANCED training requires participants to have either completed the DPI basic training or the equivalent. The advanced trainings will not cover basic concepts and information.
Presenters: Judy Endow, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, Kate McGinnity
Sponsor: Department of Public Instruction
Location: Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 3841 E. Washington Avenue, Madison 53704; 866-791-3349 (toll free); 608-244-2481; www.howardjohnson.com. Lodging is at your own expense. A block of rooms is being held at each facility at state rates ($70.00 for single). Contact the hotel directly and ask for DPI Autism Training. In order to receive state rates, contact the hotel at least 30 days prior to training.
Contact: Jeanne Hook at jeanne.hook@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3928 or Brian Johnson at brian.johnson@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3648
Website: REGISTRATION: Online only at http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/autism.html
Other: Payment is by credit card or check. Registrations will be accepted until the session is full or ten days prior to the training. Please call for availability after that time. If you are not able to access the online form, contact Jeanne Hook. COST: $185.00 per training session which includes materials, certificate, refreshments, and meals.

September 30, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Title: Effective Transition Planning for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities Focusing on the Integrated and Customized Employment Option
Presenter:
Sponsor: The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG)
Location: MATC 6665 S. Howell Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Contact: Lori Turim, 262-787-9564, or lturim@cesa1.k12.wi.us.
Website: To register, go to www.cesa1.k12.wi.us , select Professional Development, then select Register for a Workshop
Other:

October 2009

Friday, October 2, 2009, 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Title: 7th Annual Latino Forum, Celebrating Families of Children with Special Needs, completely in Spanish (Interpreters for English speakers available upon request) Topics include Introduction to Special Education Services, Community/Medical Resources for children with special needs, Strategies to Managing Behavior.
Presenter:
Sponsor: ALIANZA LATINA APLICANDO SOLUCIONES
Location: South Division High School, 1515 W. Lapham Blvd, Milwaukee, WI
Contact: To register or for more information, please call 414-643-0022.
Website:
Other:

Tuesday, October 6, 2009, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Title: Seminar – Diagnosing Major Mental Illnesses and Understanding the Treatments, Behaviors and Medications that Accompany Them
Join them for a two-part discussion. From 9 am to noon, you will learn valuable information on major mental illness, such as anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression and substance abuse, with an emphasis on dual diagnosis. From 1pm to 4 pm you will learn information on treatment and medications used, understanding side effects, techniques in which to deal with the associated behaviors, and how to focus on the treatments the individuals receive from their doctors and how you can relate those treatments when working with the individual.
Presenter: Dr. David Mays
Sponsor: Rehabilitation For Wisconsin, www.rfw.org
Location: Comfort Inn and Suites, North Star Conference Center, 5025 Cty Hwy V, I90/I94, Exit 126, West one block to hotel, De Forest, WI 53532
Contact:
Website: For more information or to register, go to http://guest.cvent.com/EVENTS/Info/Summary.aspx?i=d280922b-5d7c-4b9e-ab65-6f8d3add7f48
Other:

October 6, 2009, 6:30 p.m.

Title: MetDesk Workshops
“Your Dependent with Special Needs, Making Their Future More Secure” Important issues that need to be addressed: Government Benefit Eligibility, Guardianship and Conservatorship/Guardian Ad Lite, Financial Security and Funding Options.
Presenter: Ken J. Wirtz, CFP@, MetDESK Specialist, Financial Services Executive
Sponsor: MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids (MetDESK)
Location: Sunshine House Liberty Hall, 55 W. Yew Street, Sturgeon Bay, 800 Eisenhower Drive, Kimberly
Contact: RSVP to Karen at 920-632-1770 or 1-800-994-6688, ext 1770, Options for Independent Living, 555 Country Club Road, Green Bay
Website:
Other: Presentation will run approximately 90 minutes, with plenty of time afterwards to answer questions

October 8, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Title: Effective Transition Planning for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities Focusing on the Integrated and Customized Employment Option
Presenter:
Sponsor: The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG)
Location: 448 E. High Street, Milton, WI
Contact: Lori Turim, 262-787-9564, or lturim@cesa1.k12.wi.us with any questions.
Website: To register, go to www.cesa1.k12.wi.us, select Professional Development, then select Register for a Workshop.
Other:

October 8, 2009

Title: Puzzled by Brain Injury? - 4th Annual Training on Brain Injury for Professionals. Enhance your skills to improve the lives of those you work with.
Presenter:
Sponsor: BIAW – Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
Location: Eau Claire, Chippewa Valley Technical College
Contact: Myrt Sieger, TBI Training Coordinator, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 608-442-0317, or siegerfam@gmail.com or Brenda Jackson, Administrative Assistant, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 262-790-9660 or admin@biaw.org
Website:
Other:

October 8-9, 2009

Title: Wisconsin Association of Middle Level Educators Conference
Presenter: State Superintendent Tony Evers and Lady Jessica Doyle and much more
Sponsor: WAMLE
Location: Chula Vista, Wisconsin Dells
Contact: Ellen Shiflet at (414) 759-7611 or ellenshiflet@sbcglobal.net
Website: For more information, go to http://www.wamle.org/
Other:

October 9-10, 2009

Title: Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment (YiPPE)
This six-part leadership opportunity for youth (ages 15 to 20) who have disabilities, and their parents, foster parents, grandparents or guardians also meets November 13-14, 2009, January 15-16, March 12-13, and April 23-24, 2010.
Presenter: Facilitated by Brenda Yager, Beth Swedeen, Patti Brandt and Sherry Gundlach.
Sponsor: WSPEI and WI Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Southern Regional Center
Location: Wintergreen Resort and Conference Center, Wisconsin Dells
Contact: Phyllis Voelker, Toll Free (877) 844-4925 or e-mail phyllis@banbury.com
Website: http://www.dpi.wi.gov/sped/par_partn.html for registration form.
Other: Please register by September 10, 2009.

October 9-10, 2009

Title: Youth in Partnership with Parents for Empowerment (YiPPE)
This six-part leadership opportunity for youth (ages 15 to 20) who have disabilities, and their parents, foster parents, grandparents or guardians also meets November 13-14, 2009, January 15-16, March 12-13, and April 23-24, 2010.
Presenter: Facilitated by Liz Kennedy, Martha DeYoung, Jennifer Neugart, Cheryl Kolf and Caroline Leung.
Sponsor: WSPEI and Sauk Prairie School District
Location: Sauk Prairie Evangelical Free Church, Prairie du Sac
Contact: Phyllis Voelker, Toll Free (877) 844-4925 or e-mail phyllis@banbury.com
Website: http://www.dpi.wi.gov/sped/par_partn.html for registration form.
Other: Please register by September 10, 2009.

Saturday, October 10, 2009, 9 - 3:30

Title: Support Parent Trainings
Connecting with another parent who has a child with a similar disability can be one of the most empowering experiences for parents as they make their way through their journey.
Presenter:
Sponsor: Parent to Parent of Wisconsin
Location: Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, Children's Corporate Center, 999 N. 92nd Street, Milwaukee, WI
Contact: Robin at Parent to Parent of Wisconsin, (715) 361-2890, or Karen at SE Regional CYSHCN Center, 414-266-3198
Website:
Other: The training is free

October 12 – 14, 2009

Title: Self-Determination Conference
This conference is focused on people with long-tern support needs. There will be a strong transition focus, plus lots of great information on planning for adulthood.
Presenter: Annette Downey is the Executive Director of Community Living Services, an MCO in Michigan that specializes in SDS. She is dedicated to increasing the demand for Self-Determination as a means of supporting all people with disabilities.
Beth Durkee is the Director of Services at Allegan County Community Mental Health in Michigan. Beth continues to play a leadership role in helping self-determination and integrated employment to be the foundation of services within a Michigan Managed Care Organization.
David Pitonyak, PhD, is a national expert and influential teacher. He is particularly gifted in providing inspiring and common sense methods for understanding and effectively responding to the needs of people who experience disabilities.
Plus many more presenters
Sponsor: Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD)
Location: Hyatt Regency - Milwaukee
Contact: Fil Clissa, 608-266-5395 or Fil.clissa@wisconsin.gov
Website: http://www.wi-bpdd.org/whoweare/2009_Events/SD%20Conference%20Brochure.pdf
Other:

October 13, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Title: Effective Transition Planning for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities Focusing on the Integrated and Customized Employment Option
Presenter:
Sponsor: The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG)
Location: Northcentral Tech College, 1000 W. Campus Drive, Wausau, WI 54401
Contact: Lori Turim, 262-787-9564, or lturim@cesa1.k12.wi.us with any questions
Website: To register, go to www.cesa1.k12.wi.us, select Professional Development, then select Register for a Workshop.
Other:

October 13, 2009, 6:30 p.m.

Title: MetDesk Workshops: “Your Dependent with Special Needs, Making Their Future More Secure”
Important issues that need to be addressed: Government Benefit Eligibility, Guardianship and Conservatorship/Guardian Ad Lite, Financial Security and Funding Options.
Presenter: Ken J. Wirtz, CFP@, MetDESK Specialist, Financial Services Executive
Sponsor: MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids (MetDESK)
Location: Sunshine House Liberty Hall, 55 W. Yew Street, Sturgeon Bay, 800 Eisenhower Drive, Kimberly
Contact: RSVP to Karen, 920-632-1770 or 1-800-994-6688 ext 1770, Options for Independent Living, 555 Country Club Road, Green Bay
Website:
Other: Presentation will run approximately 90 minutes, with plenty of time afterwards to answer questions.

October 13-14 (Pre-conference); October 15-17, 2009

Title: 2009 Closing the Gap Conference will again feature expert-lead workshops, presentations, and state-of-the-art exhibits, with unsurpassed opportunities to network throughout the week! At this time, we encourage you to read on to learn about this year’s exciting content, expert presenters (many of whom are presenting only at Closing The Gap this October) and numerous registration discounts and options. We most certainly welcome your participation and invite you to attend!
Presenter: 25 Pre-Conference Workshops; over 200 presentations; State-of-the-Art Commercial Exhibits
Sponsor: Closing the Gap
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Contact: CLOSING THE GAP; P.O. Box 68; 526 Main Street; Henderson, MN 56044; Phone: 507-248-3294 • Fax: 507-248-3810; info@closingthegap.com
Website: http://www.closingthegap.com/media/pdfs/conference_brochure.pdf?-session=ctg:4470C6521663d18C87xMl38FD7AA
Other:

October 14, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Title: Effective Transition Planning for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities Focusing on the Integrated and Customized Employment Option
Presenter:
Sponsor: The Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (MIG)
Location: Comfort Suites, 15586 Cty Rd B, Hayward, WI 54843
Contact: Lori Turim, 262-787-9564 or lturim@cesa1.k12.wi.us with any questions.
Website: To register, go to www.cesa1.k12.wi.us , select Professional Development, then select Register for a Workshop.
Other:

October 14-15, 2009 (advanced level, Addressing Challenging Behavior)
Day 1: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm; includes lunch and afternoon break
Day 2: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm; includes breakfast, lunch, and break

Title: Statewide Autism Training-Advanced Level
Designed for educational personnel working in K-12 settings with students with autism. Basic level training includes introductory information on autism, the educational definition and criteria for autism, evaluation, and basic programming. ADVANCED training requires participants to have either completed the DPI basic training or the equivalent. The advanced trainings will not cover basic concepts and information.
Presenters: Judy Endow, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, Kate McGinnity
Sponsor: Department of Public Instruction
Location: Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel, 3841 E. Washington Avenue, Madison 53704; 866-791-3349 (toll free); 608-244-2481; www.howardjohnson.com. Lodging is at your own expense. A block of rooms is being held at each facility at state rates ($70.00 for single). Contact the hotel directly and ask for DPI Autism Training. In order to receive state rates, contact the hotel at least 30 days prior to training.
Contact: Jeanne Hook at jeanne.hook@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3928 or Brian Johnson at brian.johnson@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3648
Website: REGISTRATION: Online only at http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/autism.html
Other: Payment is by credit card or check. Registrations will be accepted until the session is full or ten days prior to the training. Please call for availability after that time. If you are not able to access the online form, contact Jeanne Hook. COST: $185.00 per training session which includes materials, certificate, refreshments, and meals.

October 16-17, 2009

Title: Parents in Partnership
This five-part leadership opportunity for parents, foster parents, or other care givers who have children 6-14 years old with disabilities also meets December 4-5, 2009, January 22-23, March 5-6, and April 23-24, 2010.
Presenter: Facilitated by John Shaw and Audrey Mouser
Sponsor: WSPEI
Location: Stoney Creek Inn, Onalaska
Contact: John Shaw, BPDD, 608-266-7707
Website: http://www.dpi.wi.gov/sped/par_partn.html for a registration form.
Other: Call 877-844-4925 to register, or complete the website registration form and return by October 2, 2009

Saturday, October 17, 2009

Title: Special Kids Resource Fair
Discover resources and information for students ages 0-21 and beyond who receive special education services in Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth counties; focusing on health, development and well-being.
Presenter:
Sponsor: CESA #2
Location: Kenosha County Center, 19600 75th Street, Bristol, WI NE Corner of Hwys 50 & 45
Contact: For further information, contact Dannette Cates, 8828 Antioch Road, PO Box 364, Salem, WI 53168; 262-843-2343, dCates1@wi.rr.com
Website:
Other: Further details will be available this summer.

October 18-20, 2009

Title: Midwest Autism Conference - Putting the Pieces Together
Learn strategies that unlock the potential of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Participants will explore the best educational and treatment practices for school, home, and community environments. Session speakers empasize how these practices are applied within their organizations, schools, families and community. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Special Parent Evening: October 18, 2009
Presenter:
Sponsor: The University of Wisconsin - La Crosse Continuing Education, Chileda and Coulee Coalition for Children with Differing Abilities
Location: Radisson Hotel, 200 Harborview Place, La Crosse, WI
Contact: Karen Langaard, 608-785-6508; toll free 1-866-895-9233 or langaard.kare@uwlax.edu
Website: http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/mac/
Other:

October 20, 2009, 6:30 p.m.

Title: MetDesk Workshops: “Your Dependent with Special Needs, Making Their Future More Secure”
Important issues that need to be addressed: Government Benefit Eligibility, Guardianship and Conservatorship/Guardian Ad Lite, Financial Security and Funding Options.
Presenter: Ken J. Wirtz, CFP@, MetDESK Specialist, Financial Services Executive
Sponsor: MetLife’s Division of Estate Planning for Special Kids (MetDESK)
Location: Sunshine House Liberty Hall, 55 W. Yew Street, Sturgeon Bay, 800 Eisenhower Drive, Kimberly
Contact: RSVP to Karen at 920-632-1770 or 1-800-994-6688 ext 1770 Options for Independent Living, 555 Country Club Road, Green Bay
Website:
Other: Presentation will run approximately 90 minutes, with plenty of time afterwards to answer questions.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Title: Did You Know? Now You Know!
This is a training on health care and community supports for children and youth with special health care needs
Presenter:
Sponsor: Family Voices of Wisconsin
Location: Salem Library, Salem, WI
Contact: Nancy Olson, nancy@fvofwi.org or 1-715-355-8458
Website: http://www.wfv.org/fv/training.html
Other:

October 22, 2009

Title: Wisconsin Community on Transition Meeting
This meeting will focus on family involvement in the transition process. Anyone interested in being part of the Community on Transition is invited. All Community on Transition meetings are free and open to anyone interested in improving transition programming and outcomes for students with disabilities.
Presenter:
Sponsor: The Family Involvement work group
Location: Goodman Atwood Community Center, 149 Waubesa Street, Madison, WI 53704
Contact: Sherry Gundlach, 920-236-0538
Website: http://www.sharedwork.org/ , Look for the Community on Transition at the bottom of the page.
Other:

October 22-24, 2009

Title: WECA 55th Annual Early Education and Care Conference
Our Annual Early Childhood Conference will be held this year at the Kalahari. You can help make a difference in the quality of childcare in Wisconsin. Our attendees are Infant-Toddler, Preschool and 4K teachers; program directors and administrators; family childcare providers; parents and advocates. They are looking for great products and services, and information about resources available to them.
Presenter:
Sponsor: WECA (Wisconsin Early Childhood Association)
Location: Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells
Contact: ....
Website: http://www.wecanaeyc.org/conference/index.php?category_id=3288
Other:

October 26, 2009

Title: Puzzled by Brain Injury? - 4th Annual Training on Brain Injury for Professionals. Enhance your skills to improve the lives of those you work with.
Presenter:
Sponsor: BIAW – Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
Location: La Crosse, Western Technical College
Contact: Myrt Sieger, TBI Training Coordinator, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 608-442-0317 or siegerfam@gmail.com or Brenda Jackson, Administrative Assistant, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 262-790-9660 or admin@biaw.org
Website:
Other:

November 2009

November 4-5, 2009

Title: 2009 ASW Fall Conference
The Ziggurat Model is A Framework for Designing Comprehensive Interventions for Individuals with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger Syndrome, and The Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS) for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome, Autism, and Related Disabilities: Integrating Best Practices Throughout the Student's Day
Presenter:
Sponsor: Autism Society of Wisconsin
Location: Hotel Sierra, Green Bay (formerly the Regency), 333 Main Street, Green Bay, WI 54301, 920-432-4555
Contact: Brenda Smith Myles, Ruth Aspy, Barry Grossman
Website: For more information, www.asw4autism.org
Other:

November 5, 2009

Title: Puzzled by Brain Injury? - 4th Annual Training on Brain Injury for Professionals. Enhance your skills to improve the lives of those you work with.
Presenter:
Sponsor: BIAW – Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
Location: Appleton, Fox Valley Technical College
Contact: Myrt Sieger, TBI Training Coordinator, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 608-442-0317 or siegerfam@gmail.com or Brenda Jackson, Administrative Assistant, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 262-790-9660 or admin@biaw.org
Website:
Other:

November 6, 2009

Title: Puzzled by Brain Injury? - 4th Annual Training on Brain Injury for Professionals. Enhance your skills to improve the lives of those you work with.
Presenter:
Sponsor: BIAW – Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
Location: Stevens Point, Community Care of Central WI
Contact: Myrt Sieger, TBI Training Coordinator, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 608-442-0317 or siegerfam@gmail.com or Brenda Jackson, Administrative Assistant, Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin, 262-790-9660 or admin@biaw.org
Website:
Other:

November 6-7, 2009

Title: Parents as Leaders
This five-part leadership opportunity for parents, foster parents, or other care givers who have children 0-6 years old with disabilities also meets January 22 - 23, March 12 - 13, and May 7- 8, 2010
Presenter: Facilitated by Ann Ramminger and Lynn Havemann, Waisman Center
Sponsor: Waisman Center
Location: Green Lake near Ripon
Contact: 1-800-532-3321
Website: http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/birthto3/palsbrochure.pdf for registration form.
Other: Please register by October 30, 2009

Mondays, November 9 and 16, 2009

Title: Did You Know? Now You Know!
A crash course on finding resources, services and support for your child with special health care needs. Have you ever said, “I wish I’d had that information for my child when I needed it?” If you answered, “Yes”, this training is for you! The Northern Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) and Family Voices of Wisconsin will host a free “Did You Know? Now You Know!” training on health care and community supports for children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities. Meet other families and leave the training feeling more informed, empowered, and ready to advocate for your child! Who Should Attend: Parents, Grandparents, Caregivers, Teachers and Aides, Health Care and Human Services Staff.
Presenter:
Sponsor: Family Voices of Wisconsin
Location: Community Credit Union, 1224 S. 4th Avenue, Park Falls, WI
Contact: Celena Wanca-Netzow, (715) 261-1964 or Celena.Wanca-Netzow@co.marathon.wi.us
Website: http://www.thearc.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=411
Other: Cost: This training is free and a light meal will be served. Registration Deadline is Oct. 30th

November 11-14, 2009

Title: Arc National Conference
Presenter:
Sponsor: The ARC
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Contact:
Website:
Other:

November 13-14, 2009

Title: Parents in Partnership
This five-part leadership opportunity for parents, foster parents, or other care givers who have children 6-14 years old with disabilities also meets January 22, February 26, March 26 and May 7, 2010
Presenter: Facilitated by Dr. Denise Clark and Ann Freid
Sponsor: WSPEI and Hearing Impaired/Blind Grant
Location: Radisson Paper Valley Hotel, Appleton
Contact: Marilyn Connolly, WCBVI 866-284-1107, ext. 4928; Laurie Nelson, WESPDHH, 888-656-8556; or Martha DeYoung, WSPEI, 800-862-3725, ext. 255
Website: http://www.dpi.wi.gov/sped/par_partn.html for a registration form
Other: Call 877-844-4925 to register, or complete the website registration form and return by October 30, 2009.

November 16-17, 2009

Title: 20th Children Come First Conference
Theme This Year: Ready, Set, Relationship!
Presenters: Two Keynote Speakers/Workshop Presenters: Barry Duncan, Psy,D., therapist, trainer, researcher and co-director of the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change. His latest self-help book, What's Right With You, will be the basis for his talk and break out session.
Lucille Eber, Ed.D., State Director of the Illinois Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Network. Dr. Eber coordinates technical assistance and evaluation related to school wide PBIS in over 900 IL schools. Plenary speakers and presenters: Mother and son duo - Sherri and Brad Luthe
Sponsor: WI Family Ties
Location: Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, 1305 Kalahari Drive, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Contact:
Website: www.wifamilyties.org
Other:

January 2010

January 27-28, 2009 (Basic Level)
Day 1: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm; includes lunch and afternoon break
Day 2: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm; includes breakfast, lunch, and break

Title: Statewide Autism Training--Basic Level
Designed for educational personnel working in K-12 settings with students with autism. Basic level training includes introductory information on autism, the educational definition and criteria for autism, evaluation, and basic programming.
Presenters: Judy Endow, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, Kate McGinnity
Sponsor: Department of Public Instruction
Location: Jefferson Street Inn, 201 Jefferson Street, Wausau, WI 54403; 866-855-6500 (toll free); www.jeffersonstreetinn.com. Lodging is at your own expense. A block of rooms is being held at each facility at state rates ($70.00 for single). Contact the hotel directly and ask for DPI Autism Training. In order to receive state rates, contact the hotel at least 30 days prior to training.
Contact: Jeanne Hook at jeanne.hook@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3928 or Brian Johnson at brian.johnson@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3648
Website: REGISTRATION: Online only at http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/autism.html
Other: Payment is by credit card or check. Registrations will be accepted until the session is full or ten days prior to the training. Please call for availability after that time. If you are not able to access the online form, contact Jeanne Hook. COST: $185.00 per training session which includes materials, certificate, refreshments, and meals.

March 2010

March 9-10, 2009 (Advanced Level, Addressing Challenging Behavior)
Day 1: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm; includes lunch and afternoon break
Day 2: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm; includes breakfast, lunch, and break

Title: Statewide Autism Training--Advanced Level
Designed for educational personnel working in K-12 settings with students with autism. Basic level training includes introductory information on autism, the educational definition and criteria for autism, evaluation, and basic programming. ADVANCED training requires participants to have either completed the DPI basic training or the equivalent. The advanced trainings will not cover basic concepts and information.
Presenters: Judy Endow, Mary Graczyk-McMullen, Kate McGinnity
Sponsor: Department of Public Instruction
Location: Jefferson Street Inn, 201 Jefferson Street, Wausau, WI 54403; 866-855-6500 (toll free); www.jeffersonstreetinn.com. Lodging is at your own expense. A block of rooms is being held at each facility at state rates ($70.00 for single). Contact the hotel directly and ask for DPI Autism Training. In order to receive state rates, contact the hotel at least 30 days prior to training.
Contact: Jeanne Hook at jeanne.hook@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3928 or Brian Johnson at brian.johnson@dpi.wi.gov or 608-266-3648
Website: REGISTRATION: Online only at http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/autism.html
Other: Payment is by credit card or check. Registrations will be accepted until the session is full or ten days prior to the training. Please call for availability after that time. If you are not able to access the online form, contact Jeanne Hook. COST: $185.00 per training session which includes materials, certificate, refreshments, and meals.

March 18-20, 2010

Title: Autism Society of Wisconsin Annual Conference Location
Presenter:
Sponsor:
Location: KI Convention Center, Green Bay, WI
Contact: Jane Pribek, Events Coordinator 920-973-4080 or jpribek@asw4autism.org
Website: www.asw4autism.org
Other:

May 2010

May 17-21, 2010, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Title: Wisconsin Special Education Mediation System (WSEMS) Mediator Training. WSEMS is seeking to expand its mediator roster in order to reflect the growing diversity of our state. Our current needs are for experienced mediators who are bilingual, as well as mediators who live in the northern part of Wisconsin. However, we will also consider applicants that may be asked to join the roster at a later date as the needs of WSEMS continue to grow and change. Attendance at the training does not guarantee a position on the roster. We encourage anyone with an interest in these cases to submit an application. Attendance is limited; please apply as soon as possible.
Presenter: Nina Meierding MS, JD, and other highly experienced practitioners in the area of special education.
Sponsor: National Council on Disability
Location: Country Springs Hotel, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Contact: Jane Burns, (888) 298-3857, or jane@wsems.us
Website: www.wsems.us/application.html
Other: Cost: $295.00. Application for Continuing Legal Credit (CLE) will be made.

July 2010

July 25-27, 2010

Title: National Summit on Disability Policy 2010: ADA 1990-2010 Retropsective and Future Policy Directions
A comprehensive dialogue to shape the national disability agenda. The National Council on Disability (NCD) is seeking people with disabilities, individuals representing grassroots organizations, and others to attend their July 25-27, 2010 national summit in Washington DC to help shape disability policies and programs for the next decade. The National Summit is an invitation-only event, however, if you are interested in attending, you may submit an application.
Presenter:
Sponsor: National Council on Disability
Location: Renaissance Hotel, Washington, D.C.
Contact:
Website: http://www.neweditions.net/ncd2010/index.html
Other: Deadline for submitting an application to attend the summit is October 15, 2009.

National Opportunities

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For questions about this information, contact Patricia A. Bober (608) 266-5194

Last updated on 9/21/2009 9:48:04 AM