CESA #1 FamilyEducator Link Newsletter: 04/01/13

The calendar may say its springtime, but it certainly doesnt feel like it outside. Thankfully we still have many learning opportunities for the next few weeks to keep us bus. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to other families, educators, and professionals who live and work with children and young adults with disabilities. Past newsletters can be found at: http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us/programs/newsletter.cfm. If you learn of events or information that you would like to share with others, please contact Amy Elfner, WSPEI Family Engagement Coordinator, at aelfner@cesa1.k12.wi.us or 262-787-9500 ext. 9564. Communication Options for Families
Options Available if You Have Questions or Disagree with a Decision of the School Families and schools have a "built-in" partnership with the child as the focus. This partnership will grow when families and school staff work together. Disagreements may happen, but working together improves your childs education. The Communication Options for Families document will help parents determine who they can talk to when questions and disagreements arise. The document is found on the CESA #1 SPED Parent Education Network webpage at: http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us/programs/parent_Education_network.cfm

Find a District Family Engagement Liaison

Many school districts in the CESA #1 area have local parents trained to be a resource for families in their school District, they are referred to as District Family Engagement Liaisons (DFELs). A DEFL is a parent in your school district who has a child with a disability and has received training in the area of IEPs, Transition from high school to the adult world, and Communication. A DFEL can be a valuable resource and connection for parents and staff in a school district. A current list of CESA 1 area District Family Engagement Liaisons can be found at: http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us/programs/parent_Education_network.cfm

NEW EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES, & MEETINGS

CESA #1
http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities & their Families
What: Participants will learn about the elements of transition, receive an overview of the new Postsecondary Transition Plan (PTP) online program that school districts use, and will leave with resources and knowledge on how to develop a solid transition plan. Presenters are Jen Bourget, CESA #1 WSTI Transition Coordinator and Cheri Sylla, CESA #1 WSPEI Family Engagement Coordinator. Who Should Attend: Parents, Families, School Staff, and Agency Personnel. FLYER; REGISTER/MORE INFO When: April 9, from 9:00-1:00 or 5:009:00 Where: CESA #1; N25 W23131 Paul Road Suite 100 Pewaukee, WI

Transition Resource Fair: Making Connections for Now & the Future
What: Transition services are intended to prepare students to move from the world of school to the world of postsecondary education and work. This FREE fair will provide information on transition services and trends locally and statewide and will include: Representatives from agencies and postsecondary education institutions; 20 minute topicrelated presentations; Open computer lab to review the PTP (Postsecondary Transition plan) with staff assistance. Who Should Attend: Youth, Families, Educators and Agency Representatives FLYER ; REGISTER/MORE INFO When: April 23 5:00pm - 8:00pm Where: CESA 1, N25 W23131 Paul Road, Suite 100, Pewaukee, WI 53072 04/01/13

Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities http://www.wi-bpdd.org/ Whats After High School Training Series
The What's After High School? parent training series will help increase your understanding about early planning in transition and help develop a vision of what your family member/youth with disability can achieve in their future. FLYER; REGISTRATION/MORE INFO When: April 9, 23 & 30 Where: Various Locations throughout WI Free to attend, but must preregister by April 1!

University Of Wisconsin Whitewater www.uww.edu/csd Opening Horizons

This event will provide participants with an opportunity to explore the world of postsecondary education, resources and services available in a college setting. Break-out sessions and campus tours available to students. Registration available online: www.uww.edu/csd or at 262-472-4711. Space is limited. When: Friday, May 10, 9:00-2:00 Where: University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

IndependenceFirst Youth Leadership Summit (Sponsored in conjunction with Wisconsin FACETS)

A FREE summit for high school students with disabilities who are interested in becoming leaders and advocates. This summit is all about leadership, advocacy, college, careers and healthy relationships. Participation limited to 20 students each session. For information or an application Contact Alie Kriofske Mainella at 414-226-8112. When: June 17-21, 2013 Time: 10:00 4:00 Where: IndependenceFirst ; 540 South 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 OR: When: July 15-19, 2013 Time: 10:00 4:00 Where: The Mequon Nature Preserve; 8200 W County Line Rd, Mequon, WI 53097

Events Around the State for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Theater Event for families: "Window Pains"
In celebration of National Autism Awareness Month, the Central Wisconsin Autism Society and Introspect Arts Theater Group, present "Window Pains." It is a production about a family with 2 children who are facing the disability of Autism and how they learn to gather strength from one another and realize that they are different from what is perceived of the normal world, yet they are special and much to offer as well. For the flyer go to: http://www.wesp-dhh.wi.gov/pro/event_view.cfm?memberid=85&eventid=355063 Tickets may be purchased on line and the internet link is on the flier. There will be a food/drink reception and a panel presentation of experts for a pre-show. When: Saturday, April 13th Where: Wausau, WI "Positive Parenting" An interpreted session for hearing and deaf parents. http://www.wesp-dhh.wi.gov/pro/event_view.cfm?memberid=85&eventid=355061 When: April 27, 2013 Where: Richfield, WI

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ASL Weekend "ASL Weekend" is a great event with opportunities for you to interact with the deaf community members through the use of ASL! You are encouraged to attend. Go to the website for more information, www.aslweekend.org When: May 3-5, 2013 Where: Wisconsin Lions Camp, Rosholt WI

Young Athletes
What: All children ages 2 7 are invited to participate in this sports-play program that focuses on physical, cognitive and social development through activities like walking, running, balance, jumping, trapping, catching, throwing, kicking, striking & advanced skills. Also, through inclusive nature of the program and peer interaction, children will begin to recognize one anothers abilities, promoting understanding, acceptance, and respect as they build new friendships. For questions or information about registering for Young Athletes, please contact Susan Waldkirch at (262) 719-0853 or sjckn@sbcglobal.net When: Saturdays, March 23 May 18, 2013 9:15 10:00 a.m. & 10:15 11:00 a.m. Where: Cedarburg Community Center Gym, W63 N641 Washington Ave.,Cedarburg, WI 53012

Autism Society of Southeast Wisconsin www.assew.org

Parent Workshops What: Opportunities to Connect During Everyday Activities. Learn strategies to build interactions and improve communication. Presented by Deb Berrang, certified RDI consultant with 30 years experience as an early childhood educator in a public school setting. When: Saturday, April 20th, 9:30 to 11:30 AM Where: Nicolet High School, 6701 N Jean Nicolet Dr., Glendale, 53217 What: Grandparent's Perspective Back by popular demand! Presented by Claire Topp, BCBA, and grandmother of a child on the spectrum. When: Saturday, May 18th, 9:30 to 11:30 AM Where: Nicolet High School, 6701 N Jean Nicolet Dr., Glendale, 53217

Parents Place www.ppacinc.org

Parents Place is a family resource center for families with children ages 0-18. Parenting is a tough job and a tremendous responsibility. All families can benefit from sound parenting information and support. For information on additional programs available visit their website: Love & Logic on Mondays, April 1-29, 2013 from 6:00-7:30pm Parenting Between Two Homes on Tuesdays, April 2-23, 2013 from 6:00-7:30pm Social Skills and Self Esteem on Mondays, April 1-15, 2013 from 5:30-7:00pm Teaching Cooperation & Self-Control on Mondays, May 6-20, 2013 from 6:00-7:30pm Adults Managing Anger on Wednesdays, May 8-22, 2013 from 5:30-7:00pm Special Workshop: BULLYING on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 from 6:00-7:30pm

WI FACETS www.wifacets.org
Registration is required for all workshops. Contact Sandra McFarland: 877-374-0511 or smcfarland@wifacets.org. Requests for any special accommodations must be made at least two weeks before the event. WI FACETS-sponsored workshops are free. Some stipends may be available to parents to help support their attendance at WI FACETSsponsored workshops (to help with child-care, transportation).

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FREE Telephone Workshops

4/3 ADHD and Executive Function, 12-1pm 4/4 WI Special Education Mediation System & Resolution Meeting, 12-1pm 4/9 Early Childhood and Assistive Technology, 12-1pm 4/10 Children & Teens with Mood Disorders: The Impact on Education, 12-1pm 4/11 Es su Hijo un Blanco de Intimidacin y Acoso? 12-1pm. 4/16 Processes of Decision-Making Groups, 12-1pm; and 7-8pm 4/17 Post Secondary Planning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, 12-1pm 4/23 AT Information for Families, 12-1pm 4/25 WI FACETS Education Listening Session & Dinner, Stevens Point, 4:45-6:45pm 4/27 Grupo de Autismo: Apoyos Acadmicos y de Comportamiento Disponibles para los Estudiantes. PBIS/RtI, Oficina de WI FACETS, Milwaukee

Rural Institute Transition and Employment Projects

http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu/transition/ FREE Webinars The Rural Institute Transition and Employment Projects is pleased to announce eight webinars scheduled for 2013. Interested individuals may participate from their own offices or homes. Session fliers and registration information will be sent to Montana Transition Listserv members. To join the Montana Transition Listserv, go to the Transition and Employment Projects Home Page and enter your email address in the box provided. Please note - all webinars are from 1:00-2:30 Mountain Time. 4/2 Technology to Be Independent at Home, School and Work 4/16 SMART Sharing and Surfing - The Who, How, What, Where and When of Disclosure 5/21 It's All in the Translation - Translating Student Skills into Job Tasks 6/4When Family Knows Best - Family Members as Providers 6/18 The Transition Clock Is Ticking - What to Do and When to Do It 7/16 In It for the Long Haul - Long-term Supports and Employment 8/20 Getting from Here to There - Transportation Planning and Options 9/17Home Sweet Home - Housing Options for Young Adults with Disabilities

Parents United
www.parentsunitedwi.org What: Parents United is a non-profit consortium of 16 Waukesha County special education departments that has united to provide an educational community opportunity. Timely and informative information is provided in a neutral forum for parents and professionals who work with children. The lectures and presentations offered each school year provide essential links, knowledge, and networking to the entire community for the ultimate benefit of our students. Daytime Programs Second Semester Time: 9:00 11:30 a.m. When: All daytime programs to be held on Thursdays Where: All daytime programs to be held first Thursdays at Holiday Inn Conference Center, behind Thunder Bay Grille, I94 & Hwy 164, Pewaukee, Wisconsin unless otherwise stated April 18, 2013; ADHD The Complete Picture; This presentation provides a comprehensive review of ADHD from diagnosis & causes to treatments & strategies. Presented by Sean LaRoque, Ph.D., Child Psychologist, School District of Kettle Moraine. May 2, 2013; Autism Applied Behavior Analysis; Presented by Christopher Wiebusch, Ph.D., Pediatric Neuropsychology & Treatment Assoc. Pewaukee Summer School for Parents - ONLINE CLASS Sign up for this exciting free online class to learn about technology tools and resources for 21st century parents. Spend a few minutes each day and explore videos, tools, and resources that will help you help your children to learn, in and outside, of school. Participants will receive access to a daily summer online calendar 04/01/13

that they can use to spend 5-10 minutes a day to expand your technology skills and gain new insights into 21st century learning. Presented by Dave Edyburn, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Evening Programs
Time: 6:00 8:30 p.m.; All evening programs to be held on Wednesdays Where: All evening programs to be held first Wednesdays at Holiday Inn Conference Center, behind Thunder Bay Grille, I94 & Hwy 164, Pewaukee, Wisconsin unless otherwise stated April 24, 2013; Financial, Estate, Trust & Guardianship Planning Presented by Angela Canellos, Atty, Angela Canellos Law, Wauwatosa Cost: Free. Pre-registration is very much appreciated. Contact: Edie Scott at 262-965-2001 or ediescott50@yahoo.com for more information or to RSVP to one of the sessions listed above.

Family Voices of Wisconsin

http://fvofwi.org/

Training Event for Families: Advocacy for Change

What: A learning and action forum for families across Wisconsin to gain information and skills to enhance efforts to advocate for individuals with disabilities or special health care needs. The agenda, application to attend, and more information are available on the Family Voices website. Deadline to apply is March 11. When: April 3 & 4, 2013 Where: Concourse Hotel, Madison, WI

NAPS: The Nurturing and Parenting Support Collaboration

www.COPEservices.org NAPS is a collaborative effort between COPE services, Ozaukee Family Services and the Youth and Family Network to provide educational and supportive services in Ozaukee County. Please visit their website for many additional workshop opportunities. To register for a program, 262-376-7744 or online www.ozaukeefamilyservices.org What: Story Time Yoga: A relaxing evening of reading and yoga with local author Minda Devorkin When: Monday, April 8 6:00-8:00 pm Where: Family Enrichment Center, 885 Badger Circle, Grafton What: Seven Habits of Highly Successful Children and Teens: Leader Barbara Bartlein, RN,CICSW When: Tuesday, April 16, 6:30-8:00 pm Where: Family Enrichment Center, 885 Badger Circle, Grafton

Department of Public Instruction

http://dpi.state.wi.us

CONFERENCES
Circles of Life REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION NOW AVAILABLE
The Circles of Life Conference is for families who have children of any age with disabilities or special health care needs and the professionals who support and provide services for them. The conference is a unique opportunity to develop new skills, hear the latest information, and form lasting friendships. The Circles of Life Conference Planning Committee welcomes new and returning families and providers. Please visit the Circles of Life web site at: http://www.colwisconsin.org for more information. There are parent scholarships available to attend the conference. For information and to obtain scholarship applications, contact John Shaw by phone at (608) 266-7707, or by e-mail at john@elsieshaw.org. Completed scholarship applications must be submitted as instructed no later than March 1, 2013. April 25 & 26, 2013 Holiday Inn and Conference Center Stephens Point, WI 04/01/13

2013 CREATE Conference Connecting Schools and Communities: Promising Practices in Culturally Responsive Education
Every Wisconsin student has the ability to learn, yet we struggle to effectively educate all students. Too often, race is a predictor of success in Wisconsin schools. We want to change that. The CREATE Conference is one initiative of the CREATE Grant which addresses the achievement gap amongst diverse student populations and works to eliminate race as a predicting factor of participation in special education. The Department of Public Instruction, Wisconsin school districts, and Cooperative Educational Service Agencies are uniting to identify, promote, and implement new practices in culturally responsive education. Registration information at: http://www.createwisconsin.net/events/2013createconference.cfm Pre-Conference Date(s): April 23-24, 2013 Pre-Conference Option A: Beyond Diversity II - April 23-24, 2013 Pre-Conference Option B: Needs Assessment - April 24, 2013 only Conference Date: April 25, 2013 Location: Radisson Hotel & Convention Center in Green Bay, Wi

Urban Transition Conference

The Urban Transition Conference (UTC) will be held on April 24-25, 2013 at American Serb Hall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. UTC will offer over 40 sessions on transition requirements and effective transition practices for beginning, intermediate and advanced level learners. Participants have the opportunity to attend sessions and visit the Exhibit Hall to learn more about transition services and products meet our entrepreneurs with disabilities and network during breaks. http://www.edevents.org/conferences/urban-transition-conference

PBIS Leadership Conference REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Registration is now open for the 2013 PBIS Leadership Conference. This year's conference will feature a PBIS film festival and a keynote address by Terrance Scott of the University of Florida. Three optional pre-conference sessions will also be offered on August 19: Classroom Management, New Team Member on Existing Team Training of Trainers, and External Coach Forum. More information can be found on the Wisconsin PBIS Network website and in this catalog. Register soon! Registration will close when all the spaces are filled. August 20 & 21, 2013 Kalahari Resort Wisconsin Dells, WI

Wisconsins 20th Annual State-Wide Institute on Best Practices in Inclusive Education

This Institute is co-sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the Inclusion Institute, Inc. This years program offers an exciting variety of topics on Best Practices in Inclusion, including: Developing & Leading High Achieving Inclusive Schools; Accessible Math & Science at the Elementary, Middle, & High School Levels; Supporting Students with Behavior Challenges; Collaborative Planning & Communication; Literacy; Post-Secondary Education & Employment Options; Preschool Inclusion; Autism; The Role of Paraprofessionals; Peer Supports; Family Engagement; & More. Additional Information, including the attached Institute program, on-line registration, and Graduate Course information is also available on our website at: http://www.beloinandbrandl.com/ July 29-31, 2013 Westwood Conference Center Wausau, WI

WEBSITES AND RESOURCES AND ORGANIZATIONS

A current listing of resources, helpful websites and local organization information is available on the CESA #1 Family Engagement website: http://www.cesa1.k12.wi.us/programs/program_resources.cfm 04/01/13

The CESA #1 Parent Educator Link Newsletter is published approximately monthly. CESA #1 is not a legal agency and cannot provide legal advice or legal representation. We do not endorse any treatments, providers, or product information in this newsletter. As with any program for your child, parents are encouraged to thoroughly check out references when enrolling their child in any program. Any information contained in this newsletter is not intended as legal advice but only for informational purposes. Submissions from parents and professionals are welcomed. Questions regarding any information in this newsletter can be directed to: Amy Elfner CESA #1 WSPEI Family Engagement Coordinator 262-787-9500 ext. 9564 or aelfner@cesa1.k12.wi.us

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