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* This is where we post workshops / activities / opportunities / resources that are not only local but regional & statewide.
Please go to our activity, agenda or interactive calendars if this page is too busy for you!
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Sign Language Class -
Free, Classes start in February!
Tuesdays 2/4,11,18,25 3/3,10,17,24
*4:30 – 5:00 eat and review basics, cultural norms and manners in ASL.
*5:00 – 6:00 Class will direct needs
*Feel free to come at 4:30 or 5:00, whatever works best for you.
This opportunity is for: Families, Professionals you all our "Community!"
Faith Lutheran Church.
207 South Cherry Ave. (Marshfield
Questions? Pam 715-423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Thank you to our sponsors!
Faith Lutheran Church
St. John The Baptist Catholic Church
Marshfield Area Police Association
& Parents Information and Education Resource (PIER)
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Wisconsin FACETS Trainings/Workshops/Webinars
All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM
https://wifacets.org/events Sandra: 877-374-0511
1/21 Section 504 – What Parents Need to Know
1/22 Mindfulness for Students with Disabilities
1/23 Literacy for All (Spanish)
1/29 Supporting Neurodiverse Students
2/3 WSEMS-Facilitated IEPs
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1/21 Adults with Autism Support Group
Meeting 6:00 pm
Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care 2600 Stewart Ave Suite 160 Wausau,
Agenda
This is a new support group meeting for adults with ASD. This will be a safe place for people to come together share their struggles and successes as they navigate life. Coffee and donuts provided. This meeting will be held the third Tuesday of every month in the Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care conference room. This building is located next to the 2510 Restaurant.
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1/21 to 3/17 Raising Resilient Children—ACT
Tuesdays 5:30 pm—7:00 pm
Jan. 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3, 10, 17
Sit back and relax with us for this 9-week series on relevant issues about the joys and trials of parenthood. Topics include child growth and development, communication skills, media, and positive discipline techniques. Call today to register: 715-387-6326
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Supporting Neurodiverse Students Professional Learning System
Support for serving students with disability related needs in the areas of social and emotional learning including self-regulation, social communication, flexibility, resilience, sensory processing, and executive functioning.
This is a Learning series to improve access, engagement and progress for students with IEPs
Take your County Social Worker and Classroom teacher and attend this!
8:30 – 3:30
1/21-22, CESA 8 Gillett
2/4 CESA 5 Portage
2/18 CESA 2 Whitewater
2/25 CESA 1 Pewaukee
4/21 CESA 6 Oshkosh
4/22 CESA 9 Tomahawk
These trainings include regional training sessions, webinars, online discussion groups, book clubs, website resources, a needs assessment with accompanying toolkit and other professional learning opportunities to support for serving students with disability related needs in the areas of social and emotional learning including self-regulation, social communication, flexibility, resilience, sensory processing, and executive functioning. This professional learning system is funded through an IDEA discretionary grant and is provided by a statewide coordinator. All training materials have been developed by the statewide coordinator and DPI and are based on needs identified through a statewide stakeholder process. Additional contributions to the training content were made by an external DPI workgroup. The training system is beneficial to educators supporting students with autism. These trainings are offered at no cost to parents of students with disabilities.
Training Schedule and info:
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/supporting-neurodiverse-training-calendar-2019-20.pdf
PowerPoint
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/falleader-27-SNS-Who-What.pdf
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1/25 Day with the Experts: Autism
9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
(Complementary coffee and bagels beginning at 8:30 a.m.)
To register, please go to: https://www.wisc.edu/event/experts-autism-2020
ONCE YOU REGISTER YOU WILL RECEIVE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO STREAM THE EVENT.
Hosted by: The Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin and the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waisman Center
SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM:
9:00-9:15 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to the Waisman Center
Qiang Chang, PhD, Director, Waisman Center
9:15-9:45 a.m. Anxiety on the Spectrum
Danielle Scholze, MD, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician, Waisman Center Clinics
Martha Walter, PhD, Psychologist, Waisman Center Clinics and Waisman Autism Treatment Programs
Research has shown that anxiety is more common in individuals on the autism spectrum. This presentation will include an introduction to anxiety, how anxiety disorders are diagnosed, a discussion regarding the overlap of anxiety and autism, and an overview of treatment options including behavioral and medical approaches.
9:45-10:15 a.m. ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder-James Li, PhD, Assistant Professor, Psychology and Waisman Center Investigator
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk of also having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) compared to those without ASD. Individuals presenting with both disorders tend have more severe social impairments, greater delays in adaptive functioning, and are more likely to be prescribed psychotropic medications than individuals presenting with only ASD. This talk will discuss my lab’s efforts to better understand why ASD and ADHD co-occur so frequently. I will also highlight our recent studies that show how genetic information may help us distinguish between and diagnose the two disorders more precisely.
10:30-11:00 a.m. Working Together: Education and Support for Young Adults with ASD and their Families-Leann Smith DaWalt, PhD, Director, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and Waisman Center Investigator
Early adulthood is often a time of change and stress for individuals on the autism spectrum. This presentation will focus on outcomes of an education and support program designed specifically for young adults with ASD. Qualitative and quantitative data will be reported related to satisfaction with the program as well as increases in independence and personal goals achieved.
11:00-11:30 a.m. Question and answer session with a panel of clinicians
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. PANEL DISCUSSION — A panel of experts that includes individuals with ASD and family members.
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2/1 Family Support Group Meeting—Port Edwards
Held first Saturday of the month
9:30–11:00 a.m.
United Methodist Church
411 Wisconsin River Drive - Port Edwards
Contact:
Helen • 715-213-6678
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/3 Family Support Group Meeting—Stevens Point
(for those with a loved one living with a mental health condition)
Held first Monday of the month
6:30–8:00 p.m.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
1919 Wyatt - Stevens Point
Contact:
Kathy • 715-254-5452 or Marvin • 715-592-4522
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/3 Vicarious Trauma │ Secondary Trauma │Self Care
9 am – noon
Locations scheduled to date: Appleton, Ashland, Beaver Dam, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Juneau – Dodge County, Kenosha, La Crosse, Madison, Milwaukee, Oneida Nation, Balsam Lake – Polk County, Red Cliff, Rhinelander, Sparta, Viroqua, Waukesha, Wausau.
http://children.wi.gov
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2/4 Social Communication Training Workshop CESA 5, Portage,
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KanNeFTj2lhB63wFtIuK2mkkdMCNa6d4/view
2/18 Communication Training Workshop: CESA 2, Whitewater, WI
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egftz3uhcbb06425&oseq=&c=&ch=
2/25 Flexibility and Resilience Training Workshop, Pewaukee, WI
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egd6d7m6d0af5afd&oseq=&c=&ch=
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2/5 - Marshfield Special Needs Parent Group
12:10-1:00 Pizza Hut N. Central Ave.
Bobbi Slone will be there shortly after 12 to host!
For families who have individuals with special needs!
Network to Support your individual with unique needs!
A great time to talk about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!
~Pam ironkids@hotmail.com 715-423-7182
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2/6 Autism Society of Central Wisconsin
Autism 101! An introductory look into Autism. Presented by: Mike Johnson
6:30 pm. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau
Hwy 51 – take exit 193 Bridge Street. Go east. Turn left at first set of stoplights (Stevens Drive). (Please enter through the main doors, go to the right – through the doors leading into the school portion of the building)
Come and get to know us a little. See what a group like this can do for you!
715-359-0886 autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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2/6 Peer to Peer Support Group Meeting—Stevens Point
Held first Thursday of the month
6:15–7:45 pm
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
1919 Wyatt - Stevens Point
Enter on side by school/parking
Rides are available
Contact:
Kay • 715-254-1864
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/6&7 Reaching High Expectations: Success for ALL. Technology Rich Solutions for Supporting Inclusive Practices
CAST trainers and educators who are implementing UDL, who share the mindset and the design principles that are working in professional learning and classroom environments. (CAST is a nonprofit education research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning). Advance, amplify, and accelerate UDL in Wisconsin and in the multi-state region. An assistive technology component will be featured. While assistive technology for students with disabilities is decided by an IEP team, many times the technology can be provided as a universal support for any learner.
Kalahari Resort, WI Dells, WI
https://www.edevents.org/conferences/51/reaching-high-expectations-success-for-all-technol/speakers
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2/6&7 Adolescent Health Symposium
Madison,
This year, experts in the fields of adolescent health education and wellness will present within three distinct tracks:
A wide variety of presentations and interactive sessions will be offered over the course of both days with supporting electronic resources for participants.
The conference serves a broad range of stakeholders, including educators, health and human services professionals, and others who work with youth.
For more information, including how to register, visit the UW–Oshkosh Adolescent Health Symposium web page.
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2/10 Peer to Peer Support Group Meeting—Marshfield
(for those living with a mental health condition)
Held second Monday of the month
6:15–7:45 p.m.
A Better Way Clubhouse
205 S. Cherry Avenue – Marshfield
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/11 Webinar Opportunity for Paraprofessionals Supporting Students with on the Job or Work-based Learning Technology supports that are currently being utilized on worksites to create positive outcomes for youth. These include low and highly technical accommodations that will increase independence on the job and provide consistent documentation between school and the worksite.
11:45 p.m.- 12:30 p.m
https://www.witig.org/event-details.html?id=4472
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2/13 Love Languages
6:00—7:30 PM
Make an early Valentine’s Day date by attending a session on the 5 Love Languages, presented by Preston and Aimee Tippen. They will focus on each of the 5 ‘languages’ and share practical examples to help your family feel loved. Held at: North Ridge Church, 1021 W McMillan St., Marshfield 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/15 Nurturing Brain Development and Self-Care- Early Childhood Conference
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
NTC – Wausau Campus Center for Health Science Building— Room 1004 1000 West Campus Drive, Wausau, WI
$40.00 (payable NTC) 6.25 Continuing ed hours. Register before 2/7
Brain Insights: You REALLY Are Making A Difference
Lunch (Soup & Sandwich bar) & Vendors
Taking Care of You: Body, Mind, Spirit
No Small Matter - Documentary Screening (Optional)https://www.ntc.edu/calendar/2020/02/15/2020-early-childhood-conference-nurturing-brain-development-and-self-care
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2/13 Love Languages
6:00—7:30 PM
Make an early Valentine’s Day date by attending a session on the 5 Love Languages, presented by Preston and Aimee Tippen. They will focus on each of the 5 ‘languages’ and share practical examples to help your family feel loved. Held at: North Ridge Church, 1021 W McMillan St., Marshfield 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/27 Infant Massage10:00—11:30 AM
Spend this session learning how to connect with your baby through stories and massage. After you complete this workshop, you’ll be able to take home techniques to utilize with all children in the home. Held at Marshfield Medical Learning Resource Center, 611 St Joseph Ave, 1st Floor, West Building 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/24 & 25 Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) ~ strategies to support a wide variety of communication needs. Direct interaction with a variety of vendors, including therapy and educational materials & assistive technology strategies. Wisconsin Dells https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org
AAC Assessment - You can do this!
Implementation Planning for the User of AAC
presented by Kelly Fonner, M.S.
Ethics Session
with Attorney Mary Gerbig
Practical Treatment Strategies for Preschool Children Who Stutter
presented by Dr. J. Scott Yaruss, CCC-CLP, BCS-F, ASHA Fellow
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2/27 Infant Massage
Thursday, February 27 10:00—11:30 AM
Spend this session learning how to connect with your baby through stories and massage. After you complete this workshop, you’ll be able to take home techniques to utilize with all children in the home. Held at Marshfield Medical Learning Resource Center, 611 St Joseph Ave, 1st Floor, West Building 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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3/4&5 PROMOTING EARLY CHILDHOOD! aligns with the DPI’s “Promoting Excellence for All”
Quality early childhood is critical and foundational for all future learning.
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/early-childhood/PEC_2020_Save_the_Date.pdf
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3/5 Visions & Decisions ~Health Insurance, Social Justice, Health Equity
Healthwatch Wisconsin's 13th Annual Conference:
9am - 2pm at the Madison Masonic Center
Keynote, legislative panel, awards, lunch, and networking!
Then, an on-demand workshop series that runs March 5-13th.
https://safetyweb.org/healthwatchwi/visions&decisions.html
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3/10 Behavioral Health and ASD/DD 8:30am-12:30pm
Distance participating sites to open at 8:00.Site recruitment will begin shortly and registration will open up in January.
2020 CoP ASD/DD Planning Team Timothy Markle, 608-262-8033tmarkle@wisc.edu
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3/12 Advocacy for ChangeMadison Concourse HotelJoin us for a full day of advocacy and skills training for parents, family members and caregivers who have children with disabilities and/or special health care needs.
Learn about the latest policy and budget priorities, including long-term supports, changes to Medicaid and private insurance, special education, mental health and more!
Tell Your Story
Practice and receive coaching on how to tell your family story in ways that can impact changes in programs and policies.
Connect
Meet other families and professionals to share stories and trade knowledge
Visit Your Legislator
With the support of other families, meet and visit with your elected officials at the State Capitol to educate them about issues important to you and your family.
Cost
$0* Full scholarships for adult family members who have children and youth with disabilities and/or special health care needs.
$50 Partial scholarship for returning parents or family members
$125 Professionals, providers, teachers and community members
*A limited number of scholarships will be available to pay for hotel room and travel expenses.
https://familyvoiceswi.org/advocacy-for-change/
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3/12&13 Power of Hope
Trainings on the Soul, Science and Culture of Hope, as well as details on the implementation of this trauma-focused approach to working with children and families. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, hopeful, and inspired, No Exceptions!
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Manitowoc, WI 4601 Calument Ave. | Manitowoc, WI 54220
Early bird special $100 Before February 1st $125 After February 1st Register Here: https://conta.cc/2oIU0Sn
Questions: Contact Stacy (920) 683-4240 stacyledvina@co.manitowoc.wi.us
ROBERT MAURER, PH.D. Dr. Maurer is the Director of Behavioral Sciences for the Family Practice Residency Program at UCLA Medical Center and a faculty member with the UCLA School of Medicine. He will share his unique approach to personal happiness and success.
CHARLIE APPELSTEIN, MSW Mr. Appelstein is an expert in strength-based approaches to working with children and youth experiencing serious emotional and behavioral issues. He will share his strategies for working with this population.
VALERIE CALDERON, PH.D. Dr. Calderon is a consultant and researcher with the Gallup Organization. She will share tactics for organization improvement through engagement measurement and strategic action planning.
RICK MILLER Rick is the founder/CEO and Chief Treasure Hunter of Kids at Hope as well as Professor of Practice and Clinical Director for the Center for the Advanced Study and Practice of HOPE at Arizona State University. Rick will share the Soul, Science and Culture of Hope.
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3-21 Extrava- Gala – A world Down Syndrome Day Party so hot we’re giving you plenty of time to plan! 30th Anniversary Party! Milw. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/d3ae/
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3/24 Disability Advocacy Day connects you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison,
You must register to participate. No walk-ins allowed
Registration, agenda and additional information will be available in January.
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4/17 & 18 Growing Stronger Together -Nami Wisconsin Conference Osthoff Resort
Breakouts:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/namiwisconsin/event/806788/
nami@namiwisconsin.org https://namiwisconsin.org/nami-wisconsin-events/annual-conference/
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4/30 to 5/2 ~ 31st Annual Wisconsin Autism Conference Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells,
http://www.autismgreaterwi.org/event-cal/31st-annual-conference/
Breakouts
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Practical Solutions for
Promoting Self-Regulation, Positive Behavior, Language
Development and Social Participation
Using Video Modeling and High Tech Supports
Regulation and Disability Related-Needs: Developing College and Career Ready IEPs
Navigating the IEP Process
Comprehensive Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility
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5/ 7-8 Circles of Life Conference 2020
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the providers and other professionals who support them. http://www.circlesoflifeconference.com/
Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
CALL FOR PRESENTERS!
Previous conference session topics have included:
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5/7 Action on the Square! 9am-3pm
Action on the Square is a day to spread awareness about mental health, learn about current legislative issues, and tell your elected officials what people affected by mental illness need to thrive!
Who can attend?
Anyone who cares deeply about mental health can attend on Action on the Square! No previous advocacy experience is required.
What happens during the event?
6/16-19th, 2020 International Respite (Short Break) Conference in Madison, Moving Respite Forward
This conference will provide a space to advance knowledge and understanding of respite by learning from and with international leaders in the field of respite.
Intended Audience ~ everyone who provides, uses, or needs respite/short break services. It is also for policy makers and program administrators who want to understand or better support the respite/short break needs of family caregivers, and individuals who receive respite care across all ages.
We encourage presentations from family caregivers, individuals who receive respite care, researchers, and caregiving professionals. We are looking for 25 or 75-minute presentations related to the following topics.
Topics
Visit our website for additional information www.isba.me
or contact us at isba2020@union.wisc.edu
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7/19-24 Youth Leadership Forum 2020: Application Available! Do you know a high school student who is a leader or a budding advocate? Youth Leadership Forum is the perfect place to gain or refine leadership skills!
What will participants get out of the training?
FREE*
Application: https://wi-bpdd.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2020-YLFApplication-Printable.docx
Applications are due April 1st, 2020 and although it is April Fools Day, this is no joke!
Being selected to attend the Youth Leadership Forum is a distinct honor that you can be very proud of. Please take the time to apply – you’ll have the time of your life!
If you have questions or for more information about Youth Leadership Forum contact Jenny at Jennifer.neugart@wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-7707.
What should I do if I need help filling out the application?
Ask a friend, sibling, parent/guardian, teacher or contact Olivia Johnston, YLF Director at (920) 539-5640 or wisconsinylf@gmail.com.
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* This is where we post workshops / activities / opportunities / resources that are not only local but regional & statewide.
Please go to our activity, agenda or interactive calendars if this page is too busy for you!
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Sign Language Class -
Free, Classes start in February!
Tuesdays 2/4,11,18,25 3/3,10,17,24
*4:30 – 5:00 eat and review basics, cultural norms and manners in ASL.
*5:00 – 6:00 Class will direct needs
*Feel free to come at 4:30 or 5:00, whatever works best for you.
This opportunity is for: Families, Professionals you all our "Community!"
Faith Lutheran Church.
207 South Cherry Ave. (Marshfield
Questions? Pam 715-423-7182 ironkids@hotmail.com
Thank you to our sponsors!
Faith Lutheran Church
St. John The Baptist Catholic Church
Marshfield Area Police Association
& Parents Information and Education Resource (PIER)
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Wisconsin FACETS Trainings/Workshops/Webinars
All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM
https://wifacets.org/events Sandra: 877-374-0511
1/21 Section 504 – What Parents Need to Know
1/22 Mindfulness for Students with Disabilities
1/23 Literacy for All (Spanish)
1/29 Supporting Neurodiverse Students
2/3 WSEMS-Facilitated IEPs
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1/21 Adults with Autism Support Group
Meeting 6:00 pm
Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care 2600 Stewart Ave Suite 160 Wausau,
Agenda
This is a new support group meeting for adults with ASD. This will be a safe place for people to come together share their struggles and successes as they navigate life. Coffee and donuts provided. This meeting will be held the third Tuesday of every month in the Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care conference room. This building is located next to the 2510 Restaurant.
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1/21 to 3/17 Raising Resilient Children—ACT
Tuesdays 5:30 pm—7:00 pm
Jan. 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3, 10, 17
Sit back and relax with us for this 9-week series on relevant issues about the joys and trials of parenthood. Topics include child growth and development, communication skills, media, and positive discipline techniques. Call today to register: 715-387-6326
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Supporting Neurodiverse Students Professional Learning System
Support for serving students with disability related needs in the areas of social and emotional learning including self-regulation, social communication, flexibility, resilience, sensory processing, and executive functioning.
This is a Learning series to improve access, engagement and progress for students with IEPs
Take your County Social Worker and Classroom teacher and attend this!
8:30 – 3:30
1/21-22, CESA 8 Gillett
2/4 CESA 5 Portage
2/18 CESA 2 Whitewater
2/25 CESA 1 Pewaukee
4/21 CESA 6 Oshkosh
4/22 CESA 9 Tomahawk
These trainings include regional training sessions, webinars, online discussion groups, book clubs, website resources, a needs assessment with accompanying toolkit and other professional learning opportunities to support for serving students with disability related needs in the areas of social and emotional learning including self-regulation, social communication, flexibility, resilience, sensory processing, and executive functioning. This professional learning system is funded through an IDEA discretionary grant and is provided by a statewide coordinator. All training materials have been developed by the statewide coordinator and DPI and are based on needs identified through a statewide stakeholder process. Additional contributions to the training content were made by an external DPI workgroup. The training system is beneficial to educators supporting students with autism. These trainings are offered at no cost to parents of students with disabilities.
Training Schedule and info:
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/supporting-neurodiverse-training-calendar-2019-20.pdf
PowerPoint
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/falleader-27-SNS-Who-What.pdf
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1/25 Day with the Experts: Autism
9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
(Complementary coffee and bagels beginning at 8:30 a.m.)
To register, please go to: https://www.wisc.edu/event/experts-autism-2020
ONCE YOU REGISTER YOU WILL RECEIVE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO STREAM THE EVENT.
Hosted by: The Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin and the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waisman Center
SCHEDULE AND PROGRAM:
9:00-9:15 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to the Waisman Center
Qiang Chang, PhD, Director, Waisman Center
9:15-9:45 a.m. Anxiety on the Spectrum
Danielle Scholze, MD, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician, Waisman Center Clinics
Martha Walter, PhD, Psychologist, Waisman Center Clinics and Waisman Autism Treatment Programs
Research has shown that anxiety is more common in individuals on the autism spectrum. This presentation will include an introduction to anxiety, how anxiety disorders are diagnosed, a discussion regarding the overlap of anxiety and autism, and an overview of treatment options including behavioral and medical approaches.
9:45-10:15 a.m. ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder-James Li, PhD, Assistant Professor, Psychology and Waisman Center Investigator
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at a higher risk of also having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) compared to those without ASD. Individuals presenting with both disorders tend have more severe social impairments, greater delays in adaptive functioning, and are more likely to be prescribed psychotropic medications than individuals presenting with only ASD. This talk will discuss my lab’s efforts to better understand why ASD and ADHD co-occur so frequently. I will also highlight our recent studies that show how genetic information may help us distinguish between and diagnose the two disorders more precisely.
10:30-11:00 a.m. Working Together: Education and Support for Young Adults with ASD and their Families-Leann Smith DaWalt, PhD, Director, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and Waisman Center Investigator
Early adulthood is often a time of change and stress for individuals on the autism spectrum. This presentation will focus on outcomes of an education and support program designed specifically for young adults with ASD. Qualitative and quantitative data will be reported related to satisfaction with the program as well as increases in independence and personal goals achieved.
11:00-11:30 a.m. Question and answer session with a panel of clinicians
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. PANEL DISCUSSION — A panel of experts that includes individuals with ASD and family members.
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2/1 Family Support Group Meeting—Port Edwards
Held first Saturday of the month
9:30–11:00 a.m.
United Methodist Church
411 Wisconsin River Drive - Port Edwards
Contact:
Helen • 715-213-6678
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/3 Family Support Group Meeting—Stevens Point
(for those with a loved one living with a mental health condition)
Held first Monday of the month
6:30–8:00 p.m.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
1919 Wyatt - Stevens Point
Contact:
Kathy • 715-254-5452 or Marvin • 715-592-4522
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/3 Vicarious Trauma │ Secondary Trauma │Self Care
9 am – noon
Locations scheduled to date: Appleton, Ashland, Beaver Dam, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Juneau – Dodge County, Kenosha, La Crosse, Madison, Milwaukee, Oneida Nation, Balsam Lake – Polk County, Red Cliff, Rhinelander, Sparta, Viroqua, Waukesha, Wausau.
http://children.wi.gov
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2/4 Social Communication Training Workshop CESA 5, Portage,
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KanNeFTj2lhB63wFtIuK2mkkdMCNa6d4/view
2/18 Communication Training Workshop: CESA 2, Whitewater, WI
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egftz3uhcbb06425&oseq=&c=&ch=
2/25 Flexibility and Resilience Training Workshop, Pewaukee, WI
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egd6d7m6d0af5afd&oseq=&c=&ch=
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2/5 - Marshfield Special Needs Parent Group
12:10-1:00 Pizza Hut N. Central Ave.
Bobbi Slone will be there shortly after 12 to host!
For families who have individuals with special needs!
Network to Support your individual with unique needs!
A great time to talk about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!
~Pam ironkids@hotmail.com 715-423-7182
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2/6 Autism Society of Central Wisconsin
Autism 101! An introductory look into Autism. Presented by: Mike Johnson
6:30 pm. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau
Hwy 51 – take exit 193 Bridge Street. Go east. Turn left at first set of stoplights (Stevens Drive). (Please enter through the main doors, go to the right – through the doors leading into the school portion of the building)
Come and get to know us a little. See what a group like this can do for you!
715-359-0886 autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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2/6 Peer to Peer Support Group Meeting—Stevens Point
Held first Thursday of the month
6:15–7:45 pm
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
1919 Wyatt - Stevens Point
Enter on side by school/parking
Rides are available
Contact:
Kay • 715-254-1864
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/6&7 Reaching High Expectations: Success for ALL. Technology Rich Solutions for Supporting Inclusive Practices
CAST trainers and educators who are implementing UDL, who share the mindset and the design principles that are working in professional learning and classroom environments. (CAST is a nonprofit education research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning). Advance, amplify, and accelerate UDL in Wisconsin and in the multi-state region. An assistive technology component will be featured. While assistive technology for students with disabilities is decided by an IEP team, many times the technology can be provided as a universal support for any learner.
Kalahari Resort, WI Dells, WI
https://www.edevents.org/conferences/51/reaching-high-expectations-success-for-all-technol/speakers
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2/6&7 Adolescent Health Symposium
Madison,
This year, experts in the fields of adolescent health education and wellness will present within three distinct tracks:
- Risk Factors
- Health Promotion and Protective Factors
- Emerging Issues
A wide variety of presentations and interactive sessions will be offered over the course of both days with supporting electronic resources for participants.
The conference serves a broad range of stakeholders, including educators, health and human services professionals, and others who work with youth.
For more information, including how to register, visit the UW–Oshkosh Adolescent Health Symposium web page.
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2/10 Peer to Peer Support Group Meeting—Marshfield
(for those living with a mental health condition)
Held second Monday of the month
6:15–7:45 p.m.
A Better Way Clubhouse
205 S. Cherry Avenue – Marshfield
NAMI Portage-Wood Counties Support Group Meeting
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2/11 Webinar Opportunity for Paraprofessionals Supporting Students with on the Job or Work-based Learning Technology supports that are currently being utilized on worksites to create positive outcomes for youth. These include low and highly technical accommodations that will increase independence on the job and provide consistent documentation between school and the worksite.
11:45 p.m.- 12:30 p.m
https://www.witig.org/event-details.html?id=4472
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2/13 Love Languages
6:00—7:30 PM
Make an early Valentine’s Day date by attending a session on the 5 Love Languages, presented by Preston and Aimee Tippen. They will focus on each of the 5 ‘languages’ and share practical examples to help your family feel loved. Held at: North Ridge Church, 1021 W McMillan St., Marshfield 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/15 Nurturing Brain Development and Self-Care- Early Childhood Conference
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
NTC – Wausau Campus Center for Health Science Building— Room 1004 1000 West Campus Drive, Wausau, WI
$40.00 (payable NTC) 6.25 Continuing ed hours. Register before 2/7
Brain Insights: You REALLY Are Making A Difference
Lunch (Soup & Sandwich bar) & Vendors
Taking Care of You: Body, Mind, Spirit
No Small Matter - Documentary Screening (Optional)https://www.ntc.edu/calendar/2020/02/15/2020-early-childhood-conference-nurturing-brain-development-and-self-care
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2/13 Love Languages
6:00—7:30 PM
Make an early Valentine’s Day date by attending a session on the 5 Love Languages, presented by Preston and Aimee Tippen. They will focus on each of the 5 ‘languages’ and share practical examples to help your family feel loved. Held at: North Ridge Church, 1021 W McMillan St., Marshfield 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/27 Infant Massage10:00—11:30 AM
Spend this session learning how to connect with your baby through stories and massage. After you complete this workshop, you’ll be able to take home techniques to utilize with all children in the home. Held at Marshfield Medical Learning Resource Center, 611 St Joseph Ave, 1st Floor, West Building 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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2/24 & 25 Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) ~ strategies to support a wide variety of communication needs. Direct interaction with a variety of vendors, including therapy and educational materials & assistive technology strategies. Wisconsin Dells https://slpinstitute.cesa5.org
AAC Assessment - You can do this!
Implementation Planning for the User of AAC
presented by Kelly Fonner, M.S.
Ethics Session
with Attorney Mary Gerbig
Practical Treatment Strategies for Preschool Children Who Stutter
presented by Dr. J. Scott Yaruss, CCC-CLP, BCS-F, ASHA Fellow
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2/27 Infant Massage
Thursday, February 27 10:00—11:30 AM
Spend this session learning how to connect with your baby through stories and massage. After you complete this workshop, you’ll be able to take home techniques to utilize with all children in the home. Held at Marshfield Medical Learning Resource Center, 611 St Joseph Ave, 1st Floor, West Building 715-387-6326 or email MDoll@chw.org chw.org/communityservices
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3/4&5 PROMOTING EARLY CHILDHOOD! aligns with the DPI’s “Promoting Excellence for All”
Quality early childhood is critical and foundational for all future learning.
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/early-childhood/PEC_2020_Save_the_Date.pdf
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3/5 Visions & Decisions ~Health Insurance, Social Justice, Health Equity
Healthwatch Wisconsin's 13th Annual Conference:
9am - 2pm at the Madison Masonic Center
Keynote, legislative panel, awards, lunch, and networking!
Then, an on-demand workshop series that runs March 5-13th.
https://safetyweb.org/healthwatchwi/visions&decisions.html
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3/10 Behavioral Health and ASD/DD 8:30am-12:30pm
Distance participating sites to open at 8:00.Site recruitment will begin shortly and registration will open up in January.
2020 CoP ASD/DD Planning Team Timothy Markle, 608-262-8033tmarkle@wisc.edu
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3/12 Advocacy for ChangeMadison Concourse HotelJoin us for a full day of advocacy and skills training for parents, family members and caregivers who have children with disabilities and/or special health care needs.
Learn about the latest policy and budget priorities, including long-term supports, changes to Medicaid and private insurance, special education, mental health and more!
Tell Your Story
Practice and receive coaching on how to tell your family story in ways that can impact changes in programs and policies.
Connect
Meet other families and professionals to share stories and trade knowledge
Visit Your Legislator
With the support of other families, meet and visit with your elected officials at the State Capitol to educate them about issues important to you and your family.
Cost
$0* Full scholarships for adult family members who have children and youth with disabilities and/or special health care needs.
$50 Partial scholarship for returning parents or family members
$125 Professionals, providers, teachers and community members
*A limited number of scholarships will be available to pay for hotel room and travel expenses.
https://familyvoiceswi.org/advocacy-for-change/
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3/12&13 Power of Hope
Trainings on the Soul, Science and Culture of Hope, as well as details on the implementation of this trauma-focused approach to working with children and families. You will leave feeling rejuvenated, hopeful, and inspired, No Exceptions!
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Holiday Inn Manitowoc, WI 4601 Calument Ave. | Manitowoc, WI 54220
Early bird special $100 Before February 1st $125 After February 1st Register Here: https://conta.cc/2oIU0Sn
Questions: Contact Stacy (920) 683-4240 stacyledvina@co.manitowoc.wi.us
ROBERT MAURER, PH.D. Dr. Maurer is the Director of Behavioral Sciences for the Family Practice Residency Program at UCLA Medical Center and a faculty member with the UCLA School of Medicine. He will share his unique approach to personal happiness and success.
CHARLIE APPELSTEIN, MSW Mr. Appelstein is an expert in strength-based approaches to working with children and youth experiencing serious emotional and behavioral issues. He will share his strategies for working with this population.
VALERIE CALDERON, PH.D. Dr. Calderon is a consultant and researcher with the Gallup Organization. She will share tactics for organization improvement through engagement measurement and strategic action planning.
RICK MILLER Rick is the founder/CEO and Chief Treasure Hunter of Kids at Hope as well as Professor of Practice and Clinical Director for the Center for the Advanced Study and Practice of HOPE at Arizona State University. Rick will share the Soul, Science and Culture of Hope.
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3-21 Extrava- Gala – A world Down Syndrome Day Party so hot we’re giving you plenty of time to plan! 30th Anniversary Party! Milw. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/d3ae/
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3/24 Disability Advocacy Day connects you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison,
You must register to participate. No walk-ins allowed
Registration, agenda and additional information will be available in January.
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4/17 & 18 Growing Stronger Together -Nami Wisconsin Conference Osthoff Resort
Breakouts:
- Ask the Expert: Alcohol Use Disorder: Updates on Treatment, Public Health and Stigma
- From Police Crisis to Recovery: Navigating Wisconsin’s Mental Health Labyrinth
- Understanding the Complexities of Eating Disorders and the Importance of a Multidisciplinary Team
- Rethinking Coercion: Legal and Scientific Perspectives on Alternatives to Involuntary Commitment
- Supporting and Enhancing the Role of Family in Mental Illness Recovery: what providers, consumers, and family members need to know
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/namiwisconsin/event/806788/
nami@namiwisconsin.org https://namiwisconsin.org/nami-wisconsin-events/annual-conference/
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4/30 to 5/2 ~ 31st Annual Wisconsin Autism Conference Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells,
http://www.autismgreaterwi.org/event-cal/31st-annual-conference/
Breakouts
Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Practical Solutions for
Promoting Self-Regulation, Positive Behavior, Language
Development and Social Participation
Using Video Modeling and High Tech Supports
Regulation and Disability Related-Needs: Developing College and Career Ready IEPs
Navigating the IEP Process
Comprehensive Evaluation for Special Education Eligibility
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5/ 7-8 Circles of Life Conference 2020
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the providers and other professionals who support them. http://www.circlesoflifeconference.com/
Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
CALL FOR PRESENTERS!
Previous conference session topics have included:
- Advocacy and leadership,
- Community issues like recreation, travel and inclusion in activities,
- Education issues like partnering with schools,
- Family and self-care, mindfulness and wellness,
- Health and mental health topics,
- Long-term care,
- Transition, and
- Many others!
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5/7 Action on the Square! 9am-3pm
Action on the Square is a day to spread awareness about mental health, learn about current legislative issues, and tell your elected officials what people affected by mental illness need to thrive!
Who can attend?
Anyone who cares deeply about mental health can attend on Action on the Square! No previous advocacy experience is required.
What happens during the event?
- 9:00-10:00am Registration, Networking, & Brunch
- Meet and mingle with peers, family members, and community leaders from around the state who share your passion for mental health advocacy!
- Meet and mingle with peers, family members, and community leaders from around the state who share your passion for mental health advocacy!
- 10:00-12:00pm Issue Briefing and Brunch
- Learn what's most important to the Wisconsin mental health community and legislators. Prepare to meet with policy makers and practice telling your story!
- Learn what's most important to the Wisconsin mental health community and legislators. Prepare to meet with policy makers and practice telling your story!
- 12:00-1:00pm Rally on the Capitol Steps
- Make some noise and hear from incredible speakers who inspire us to act, raise awareness, promote recovery and advocate for mental health!
- Make some noise and hear from incredible speakers who inspire us to act, raise awareness, promote recovery and advocate for mental health!
- 1:00-3:00pm Meetings with your legislators
- When you pre-register for Action on the Square, NAMI Wisconsin will arrange meetings for you with your local representatives. Share your story or attend and just listen. Either way, you make a difference!
- 9:00-10:00am Registration, Networking, & Brunch
- Meet and mingle with peers, family members, and community leaders from around the state who share your passion for mental health advocacy!
- Meet and mingle with peers, family members, and community leaders from around the state who share your passion for mental health advocacy!
- 10:00-12:00pm Issue Briefing and Brunch
- Learn what's most important to the Wisconsin mental health community and legislators. Prepare to meet with policy makers and practice telling your story!
- Learn what's most important to the Wisconsin mental health community and legislators. Prepare to meet with policy makers and practice telling your story!
- 12:00-1:00pm Rally on the Capitol Steps
- Make some noise and hear from incredible speakers who inspire us to act, raise awareness, promote recovery and advocate for mental health!
- Make some noise and hear from incredible speakers who inspire us to act, raise awareness, promote recovery and advocate for mental health!
- 1:00-3:00pm Meetings with your legislators
- When you pre-register for Action on the Square, NAMI Wisconsin will arrange meetings for you with your local representatives. Share your story or attend and just listen. Either way, you make a difference!
- When is the deadline to register?
- The deadline to register for Action on the Square is Friday, April 10th, crystal@namiwisconsin.org or 608-268-6000. Thank you!
- 2020. https://secure.qgiv.com/for/namiwisconsin/event/810555/
6/16-19th, 2020 International Respite (Short Break) Conference in Madison, Moving Respite Forward
This conference will provide a space to advance knowledge and understanding of respite by learning from and with international leaders in the field of respite.
Intended Audience ~ everyone who provides, uses, or needs respite/short break services. It is also for policy makers and program administrators who want to understand or better support the respite/short break needs of family caregivers, and individuals who receive respite care across all ages.
We encourage presentations from family caregivers, individuals who receive respite care, researchers, and caregiving professionals. We are looking for 25 or 75-minute presentations related to the following topics.
Topics
- Innovative Service Delivery Options throughout the Lifespan
- Advances in Research and Evaluation
- Family Caregiver perspectives
- Building Capacity and Ensuring Sustainability
- Advocacy and Networking for Policy Change
- Lifespan Respite
- Practical applicability to the conference theme Moving Respite Forward
- Usefulness of the information, skills, and/or ideas for the intended audience
- Contributions to new or innovative practices
- Intent to stimulate active engagement of participants
- Presenter’s qualifications and experience
- Use of instructional aids
Visit our website for additional information www.isba.me
or contact us at isba2020@union.wisc.edu
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7/19-24 Youth Leadership Forum 2020: Application Available! Do you know a high school student who is a leader or a budding advocate? Youth Leadership Forum is the perfect place to gain or refine leadership skills!
What will participants get out of the training?
- Leadership Skills
- Friends
- Tips for self-advocacy
- Practice for getting/keeping a job
- FUN!!
FREE*
Application: https://wi-bpdd.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2020-YLFApplication-Printable.docx
Applications are due April 1st, 2020 and although it is April Fools Day, this is no joke!
Being selected to attend the Youth Leadership Forum is a distinct honor that you can be very proud of. Please take the time to apply – you’ll have the time of your life!
If you have questions or for more information about Youth Leadership Forum contact Jenny at Jennifer.neugart@wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-7707.
What should I do if I need help filling out the application?
Ask a friend, sibling, parent/guardian, teacher or contact Olivia Johnston, YLF Director at (920) 539-5640 or wisconsinylf@gmail.com.
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