FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug 10, 2009
Contact: PACER Center 952-838-9000 or 800-53-PACER
PACER workshops focus on positive behavior supports
PACER Center is offering two workshops on positive behavior supports for families of children with disabilities from birth through age 12. Part I is Monday, Aug. 24, and Part II is Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009. Both are 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at PACER Center, 8161 Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, Minn. Parents may attend either or both sessions. Advance registration is requested.Monday, Aug. 24: Understanding and Addressing Challenging Behaviors in Your Young Child
Families of children with disabilities from birth to age 5 will learn about:
- Brain development and behavior
- Different temperament types
- Stages of development
- Strategies to help children get their needs met in acceptable ways
Tuesday, Aug. 25: Practical Tips: Using the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to Meet Behavior Needs
Parents of children ages 3 to 12 with emotional or behavioral needs will learn about:
- Understanding behavior
- Developing a positive approach
- Using the IEP to meet emotional and behavior needs
- Writing a Positive Behavior Plan
To register, call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY). In Greater Minnesota, call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit PACER.org.
PACER Center is a parent center for families of children and young adults with any disability. PACER provides individual assistance, workshops, publications, and other resources to help families make decisions about education and other services for their child or young adult with disabilities.
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