Workshops / Trainings
Featured Training: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Research shows that when a school environment is positive and predictable, students feel safer, have better academic performance, higher test results and make better behavior choices. Schools also show a gain in instructional time, reduction in out of school suspensions and discipline referrals and show a decrease in referrals to Special Education.
Is it a curriculum?
No. PBIS is not a curriculum, but a process of planning and problem solving that includes direct teaching of social behaviors like academics. The basic PBIS approach is to use proactive, research-based strategies to teach clearly defined behavioral expectations. Most importantly, it establishes ongoing behavior supports that can be used by ALL students, staff, volunteers, parents and community members.
Can parents be involved?
Yes! Research shows that parent involvement in a child’s school experience greatly increases their chances for academic success, positive behavior, higher self-esteem, better attendance and greater motivation. Parents are key sources of information about their child, are their child’s first teachers, and have strengths and interests that can contribute to the educational process. When schools and families work together to support learning, children tend to succeed not just in school, but also throughout life. (National PTA, n.a.; Newman L. 2005; Henderson and Berla, 1997).
Upcoming Workshops & Events
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Screening, Identification, and Effective Instruction for Students with Dyslexia
Date: Monday, April 22, 2019 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressThis workshop will provide information about current dyslexia efforts in Minnesota. Topics will include Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) guidance for screening and identification of dyslexia in schools, how to recognize when effective instruction is taking place, and questions to ask when students may need additional support. Participants will be given an overview of how skilled reading develops and where it can break down for students with known or suspected dyslexia. We will explore components of systematic, explicit, and multisensory instruction as well as data-based ways to intensify instruction to meet the needs of students who are not making progress. Presented by Minnesota Department of Education staff: Amy Schulting, Dyslexia Specialist; and Vicki Weinberg, Specific Learning Disabilities SpecialistScreening, Identification, and Effective Instruction for Students with Dyslexia - Register for this workshop
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Challenging Behaviors & School Success: The Role of Section 504 and Special Education
Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2019 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: Owatonna - Map and AddressEvery child has the right to an education, but children and youth with challenging behaviors often struggle to be successful in school. This workshop will cover the role of Section 504 and Special Education as well as the importance of using a strengths-based approach when working with the school to address behavior concerns. -
ABCs of the IEP for Transition-age Students and Their Parents
Date: Thursday, April 25, 2019 — 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CSTLocation: Fairmont - Map and AddressThis workshop helps parents and students in 8th grade and above understand how to use the Individualized Education Program (IEP) to support the transition to adulthood. Students can register separately for their own workshop where they will have the opportunity to talk about what transition means to them, learn about the laws that support transition, get to know their IEP better, and create a self-advocacy tool. -
Special Events : Reduce Your Stress and Optimize Your Health and Wellbeing: A Guided Lesson for Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals
Date: Monday, April 29, 2019 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressCaring deeply for your child or youth with disabilities can be stressful, and that stress can impact your health and wellbeing. Sometimes the best thing you can do for the children you care about is to take better care of yourself. Learn how to use scientifically-proven techniques to reduce your stress and start a journey to optimize your health and wellbeing. Presented by Dr. Read Sulik. Sulik is a child and adolescent and adult psychiatrist. He is leading the development of innovative programs to help individuals improve their health and wellbeing as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Praestan Health. -
Life Planning for People with Disabilities : Special & Supplemental Needs Trusts
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2019 — 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CSTLocation: PACER Center - Map and AddressThis workshop will focus on power of attorney, health care directive, special & supplemental needs trusts, and the ABLE Act. Each session (4/16 and 4/30) covers different information. Visit Life Planning for People with Disabilities for more information.
