CHARTING THE Cs 20197th ANNUAL STUDENT-FAMILY CONFERENCE

SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 201912:00 PM-6:00 PMArrowwood Resort & Conference Center2100 Arrowwood Lane, Alexandria, MN

Do you have a pre-school or school-aged child with special needs? Do those special needs interfere with your child’s abil-ity to play and interact with his or her family members, cousins, grandparents? Bring THEM along. This is our 7th year and our sessions continue to be designed to include any of the adult caregivers and siblings in the activities. Would your family like to learn more about what they can do to actively interact, play, or ‘talk’ about sensitive topics such as personal body space and safe interaction? How about adaptive art, assistive technology for home and school, service or emotional support animals, sibling relationships with special needs sibling, struggling readers, large group game activities, how visual supports work-Make and Take and more! Yoga is back and will serve as an activity to talk about personal body space and safety.

If you answered “Yes” to any of these, then join use for an afternoon of child-family activities and informational sessions. Family member(s) are encouraged to accompany the child in the sessions. The sessions are designed to include family mem-bers in the activities—making things, playing and learning together. We have a “Kid Zone” Room where you might have your child take a little break while you attend one of the information sessions! Please note that some families may have service or guide dogs.

REGISTRATION FEEJust $20.00 per FAMILY TEAM

Yes-REALLY! Just $20.00 for your family/caregiving team! Bring grandparents,

aunts, uncles, sitters--All for $20.Includes afternoon snacks and an evening

meal for your family & guest memberswho attended the afternoon activities.What if we want to come in Friday night—or—stay over on Saturday

night? YES—you can! Lodging is $99.00 plus tax per night for mostlodging rooms. To view a selection of room options, Family Suite, Kids Room, Loft Suites, Apartment, etc. visit the Arrowwood Website. Please Note: You will need to complete a special lodging form to get

this special conference rate. If you want somehelp with this form, please give us a call at 800-739-3273 and ask for

Jolene.Special Water Park Rate: $8 per person. The water park has lift seats.

Please register for this event online or by calling Jolene at

800-739-3273.

If you are looking for a half day family friendly activity that is planned with special needs children and families in mind, then join us for our 7th Annual Student-Family Charting the Cs Conference. Our event considers the needs of the family and the child with challenging needs including autism, behavior, cognitive, hearing, vision, deafblind, physical or communication challenges. Basically, any child with an IEP. This is a great opportunity to meet other families from across Minnesota and to meet with many of the statewide disability specialists serving Minnesota schools and families.

A. Parachute Activities; Make It, Take It; Activities with the Make It, Take It Items - This session is recommended for all ages. (Leaders are members of the MN DAPE Leadership Organization)

B. Tennis Activities; Dancing/Rhythms; Four Square in the Air - This session is recommended for all ages. (Leaders are members of the MN DAPE Leadership Organization)

C. Bowling; Clean Your Backyard; Archery - This session is recommended for all ages. (Leaders are members of the MN DAPE Leadership Organization)

D. Assistive Technology Basics - Assistive Technology is important and can be key in the life of a person who has a disability. Communication, access to the environment, safety, memory tools, power wheelchairs, sensory needs, electronic daily living aides, adaptive equipment for feeding/cooking and daily cares and phone/computer access ideas and strategies will be reviewed. Resources for MN providers of AT assessment and training will be given at completion of the session. (Presenter: Sue Redepenning)

E. Using Low/High Tech Assistive Technology Tools to Support Language and Literacy - Join Amy Perron, Assistive Technology Resource Specialist and MariBeth Plankers, MS CCC-SLP, ATP for an opportunity to engage in a variety of hands-on experiences that focus on language and literacy. Students (preschool to high school) and parents will be able to participate in learning about assistive technology tools ranging from no-tech to a level of high-tech that will assist with lowering the barriers and raising the level of success for all learners. Additionally, learn about the MN STAR Program and their free device loan program. Join us for this fun day of first hand assistive technology experience. (Presenters: Amy Perron and MariBeth Plankers)

F. Celebrate Differences with Munchkin the Therapy Horse - Bring the whole family to meet Munchkin, while you learn about animal assisted interventions. Munchkin is a special miniature horse with dwarfism who has to do some things differently because of his condition. Learn about the video and iBook that Munchkin stars in that were developed to generate discussion about celebrating differences. Then learn about the benefits of animal assisted interventions and the difference between service animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals. Munchkin is registered through Pet Partners and is part of the organization’s “Read with Me” program. If your child uses an AAC device, you may want to have the following words/phrases programmed: pet the horse, brush the horse, lead the horse, and feed the horse. (Presenter: Amanda Peters and Munchkin)

G. Yoga, Movement and Boundaries - Mindful movement, personal space, and boundaries are connected in many ways. In this workshop, we will use yoga to practice and think about the different boundaries with the different people in our lives. Our boundaries can change from person to person, situation to situation, or even day to day. We always have the right to say no to any type of touch. We will explore breath, movement, and relaxation together while playing games and building connection within our families and the group. This workshop is for everyone – all ages and abilities! (Presenter: Katie Thune)

H. What is O.U.R.: Children Safety Project (Observe, Understand, Respond) - We don’t like to think about it, but our kids who are deaf or hard of hearing are at a higher risk for both abuse and neglect. Like any children, they are at risk. As children who might not always be able to communicate easily and fluently, or understand the nuances of conversation with neighbors, caregivers, or strangers, they are at an even higher risk of being victims of someone, somewhere... Please join me as we learn about the OUR Project and offer a few ideas that can help us protect our children as we explore the ideas of appropriate touch, team bonding and more. We will have a large group activity. One will be where the group stands in a circle holding hands, a hula hoop is past around the circle without letting go of hands. Plus, one or two more activities for the group. (Presenter: Leslie Carnegie-Hilde)

I. Working Together to Turn Struggling Readers into Eager Learners Perspectives of an Educator and a Parent - For educators and parents, few experiences are as rewarding as helping students who struggle with reading to become avid readers. Learn about the combination of forces that is helping to bring about an inspiring transformation in students. You’ll hear an AT Consultant, a parent and their student talk about the impact Bookshare has had on students. Information will be provided regarding other tools and the features that have supported her student as she progresses through middle school to senior high. (Presenters: Kristine Dooley, Beth Johnson and Ella Johnson)

SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

J. Visual Supports: Learn, Make and Take - Visual schedules, video self-modeling and social stories are three research based interventions most often used with individuals that have autism but support all individuals with disabilities. These interventions best support individuals that struggle to organize and follow multiple step processes, need many reminders to complete tasks, and individuals struggling with anxiety associated with changes or new events. Attendees will learn about and have time to ask questions and create a visual schedule, video for self-modeling and/or social story using templates and technology. Examples of items to create include steps for grooming, chore checklist, schedules for going new places or bedtime routines. Please bring personal technology devices if possible to use formats and programs that are comfortable and familiar to best support the adult creating the different visual supports. (Presenter: Tiffany Tobkin)

K. Sibshop - Celebrating the Siblings - Come meet other brothers and sisters that have siblings with special needs. We will play interactive games to help you see you’re not alone. Participants include children ages 6-16 who have a sibling with a cognitive, physical, mental health or special health care need or disability. This session is intended for siblings to connect with other siblings that have similar life experiences. We will come together to celebrate the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of siblings with a disability. This session is for the sibling(s) that does(do) not have any type of disability or health care need only! (Presenter: Pamela Moening)

L. Reading Stories to Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children - We knew there had to be a better way to create a love and appreciationfor reading and the necessary skills it would require. Join us as we share how to read to your deaf child and how to add somesigns with the books. We will be sharing creative and fun activities to do with your child related to the book so they make theconnection between the written word and objects and concepts coming together. One of the following books from each agegroup will be read: Birth to 6 years old: “Will You Be My Friend?”, “My First Signs”,or “Come Sign with Us - The Adventures ofPotts and Friends” and for 2nd to 6th Grade: “Shay and Ivy: Beyond the Kingdom”, “I’m Deaf and It’s Okay”, or “Oliver GetsHearing Aids” (A Shared Story Project from Gallaudet University) (Presented by Heidy Nazario)

Caricatures by NateNate has a talent for capturing the moment, the smile, nature, heart and personality of children. Sign up for a time to sit for Nate. Feel free to have siblings, another caregiver or two sit for the caricature sketch! Sketches are free. (Nate Luetgers)

Schedule

Schedule Registration 12:00-12:30 Welcome 12:30-12:50 in the Tennis Center

Please review the session options before registering online

Breakout I1:00-2:00

Parachute Activities; Make It, Take It; Activities with the Make It, Take It Items Assistive Technology Basics

Using Low/High Tech Assistive Technology Tools

to Support Lanuage and Literacy

Celebrate the Differences with

Munchkin the Therapy Horse

Yoga, Movement and Boundaries

Reading Stories to Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children

Breakout II2:15-3:15

Tennis Activities; Dancing/Rhythms; Four Square in

the Air

What is O.U.R.: Children Safety Project (Observe,

Understand, and Respond)?

Using Low/High Tech Assistive Technology Tools

to Support Lanuage and Literacy

Working Together to Turn Struggling Readers

into Eager Learners: Perspectives of an

Educator and a Parent

Visual Supports: Learn, Make and Take

Sibshop - Celebrating the Siblings

Yoga, Movement and Boundaries

Reading Stories to Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children

Break3:15-3:45 Snacks

Breakout III3:45-4:45

Bowling; Clean Your Backyard; Archery Assistive Technology Basics

What is O.U.R.: Children Safety Project (Observe,

Understand, and Respond)?

Using Low/High Tech Assistive Technology

Tools to Support Lanuage and Literacy

Working Together to Turn Struggling Readers into

Eager Learners: Perspectives of an Education and a

Parent

Visual Supports: Learn, Make and Take

Sibshop - Celebrating the Siblings

Celebrate the Differences with Munchkin the

Therapy Horse

Closing 4:45-5:00 in the Tennis Center

Evening Meal 5:00-6:00 in the Tennis Center

If your children need a break from the conference sessions, please visit the Kid Zone in Miltona B for fun activities or the Quiet Room in Miltona C.

PRESENTER BIOGRAPHICAL SHORT NOTESA. Parachute Activities; Make It, Take It; Activities with Make It, Take It ItemsB. Tennis Activities; Dancing/Rhythms; Four Square in the AirC. Bowling; Clean Your Backyard; ArcheryPresented by: Minnesota DAPE Leadership Committee

D. Assistive Technology BasicsPresented by: Sue RedepenningSue Redepenning is the owner of LiveLife Therapy Solutions, Inc. Her company received an Assistive Technology grant from the state of MN in March of 2013 called Technology for HOME (TFH). Sue leads 12 Assistive Technology consultants with degrees in Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, or Engineering for the TFH program. These AT consultants travel throughout MN to help people meet their Assistive Technology needs so they can stay living in their own home or move to live in their own home. The grant serves MN with disabilities that have home care services or waivered services. Sue has worked in Assistive Technology for more than 30 years in home care, rehabilitation and school based settings.

E. Using Low/High Tech Assistive Technology Tools to Support Language and LiteracyPresented by: Amy Perron and MariBeth PlankersAmy Perron is an Assistive Technology Specialist for the State of Minnesota STAR Program. Prior to joining the STAR Program in March of 2016 Amy worked in corporate America. The last 7 years she worked in the IT industry in procurement and consulting with a specialization on Assistive Technology. Amy has worked with a broad spectrum of clients including private sector, nonprofits, education and government agencies. Amy is passionate about helping people live life to the fullest and thrilled to be a part of the STAR Program. Her goal is to increase public awareness of the STAR Program and enable as many citizens as possible to benefit from its many services.

MariBeth Plankers is a speech language pathologist and assistive technology professional. She is the director of the Regional Assistive Technology Center at Minnesota State University Moorhead. At the University in the Speech Language Hearing Department, MariBeth provides services and clinical supervision in the areas of Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning.

F. Celebrate the Differences with Munchkin the Therapy HorsePresented by: Amanda Peters and MunckinAmanda Peters has been in the field of special education since 1996 as a special education teacher, assistive technology specialist/coordinator, and professional development provider. In 2016, she founded Raising Hope Ranch, LLC as a way to bring hope to people in need through Animal Assisted Interventions.

Munchkin has been visiting nursing homes and hospitals since he was a week old, following his mother around who was providing animal assisted interventions. He and his mom became part of Raising Hope Ranch in July of 2016. Munchkin shares the ranch with other miniature horses, golden retrievers, pygmy goats, cats, and rabbits. He is an instant friend to every human and animal he meets. Munchkin passed his Pet Partners assessment in July of 2017 and became registered as a therapy animal and participates in the “Read With Me” and “Walk With Me” programs.

G. Yoga, Movement and BoundariesPresented by: Katie ThuneKatie Thune is an educator, author, and, advocate for people with disabilities. She has her Teaching License in Health Education, and Special Education K – 12, as well as her MA in Education and worked as a teacher for Saint Paul Public Schools for 12 years. She has done extensive curriculum writing on relationships and sexuality education for many well-known disability organizations.

H. What is O.U.R.: Children Safety Project (Observe, Understand, and Respond)Presented by: Leslie Carnegie-HildeLeslie Carnegie-Hilde has been with Minnesota Hands & Voices since 2011. She is the Parent Guide for the Upper Northwest region of the state, and has special interest in audiology and IEPs (Individualized Education Programs). Her teenaged daughter Shawnae, has Microtia/Atresia in her right ear, with severe- to profound deafness in that ear. She has a younger daughter, Sheyenne. They live in Norman County. Leslie enjoys traveling and visiting local state parks and lakes. She enjoys flower gardening and seeing movies. She studied Commercial Art, which has become an outlet for stress.

I. Working Together to Turn Struggling Readers into Eager Learners: Perspectives of an Educator and a ParentPresented by: Kristine Dooley, Beth Johnson and Ella JohnsonKristine Dooley has been an Occupational Therapist in the Osseo School District for 20+ years. She has spent the last 9 years as an AT Consultant for the district, working primarily with K-12 schools. She has spent years advocating for the unique needs of her sons who both received special education services through their educational career.

Beth Johnson has been a Speech Language Pathologist in the Osseo School District for 25 years. She has spent the last 5 years as an AAC Consultant for the district, working primarily with elementary schools. She has also spent plenty of time over the last 18 years advocating for the unique needs of her son and daughter who both receive special education services.

Ella Johnson is an 8th grader with both reading and writing disabilities. Through school Ella was identified as gifted in 2nd grade and through an outside provider she was diagnosed with dysgraphia and dyslexia. In 5th grade she began to receive Special Education services as a student with a Specific Learning Disability. Ella has utilized a variety of tools and accommodations to assist with reading and writing, including text to speech, OCR scanning, digital books in a variety of tools and apps including iPad, CPen, iPhone with apps TextGrabber, VoiceDream Reader, Co:Writer.

Region 1/2: Jodi Bendickson, Carol SkoeRegion 3: Kay Oling Region 4: Heidi Fisher Region 5/7: Jennifer HeebinkRegion6/8: Barb EilersRegion 9: Allison Klassen

Region 10: Peter Johnson, Sue Bremer Region 11 - Pete Westby, Diane Shaw, Anne ThompsonAt-Large Members: Mike Doyle, Nancy Christensen, Andy KubatHigher Ed.: Dr. Sue Tarr

Statewide DAPE Specialist: Rich Burke

J. Visual Supports: Learn, Make and TakePresented by: Tiffany TobkinTiffany Tobkin graduated from Minnesota State University Moorhead with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a Special Education license, a Master’s degree in a Special Education with an emphasis in autism and DCD, EBD, and LD licenses. She taught for five years at Sebeka Public school working with students who have a variety of abilities and disabilities from kindergarten through sixth grade. She currently works at Empowering Kids providing direct service to individuals between 3 to 20 years old.

K. Sibshop - Celebrating the SiblingsPresented by: Pam MoeningDr. Pamela Moening, OTD OTR/L is an occupational therapist in the Northfield public schools, a first generation Sibshop facilitator and has been involved with assistive technology for over 10 years. She completed her doctorate with an emphasis in pediatrics and a capstone project focused on implementing Universal Design for Learning in public schools. She has had the opportunity to work closely with many families as they adjust to family life when a child has been diagnosed with special needs as well as how assistive technology can support our youngest learners.

L. Reading Stories to Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children Presented by: Heidy Nazario

Caricatures by NatePresented by: Nate LuetgersNate Luetgers has been working with special education programs serving children and adults with significant needs for 9 years. He currently works for the Park Rapids Area Schools and also offers art classes to clients in Park Rapids Developmental Achievement Center (DAC). He can be seen with his drawing equipment at many summer events in the community. Nate and his spouse have three children.

PRESENTER BIOGRAPHICAL SHORT NOTES CONTINUED

REGISTRATION

We prefer that you register online via the link below:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GLL2G6M

If you are unable to register online, please call Jolene at 800-739-3273 and she will assist you with your registration.

Mail check payment to: For credit card payments: Lakes Country Service Cooperative Call Jolene at 800-739-3273 ATTN: Jolene Registration Deadline: March 29, 2019. After March 29th, please call for availability. 1001 E Mount Faith Fergus Falls, MN 56537

Please note that the lodging form is separate and needs to be returned to Arrowwood.Never hurts to ask for the suite!

Charting the Cs is Going Green! Handouts will be posted on our website prior to the conference and also available through the Guidebook App (a free app that contains all of our conference information). Go to www.guidebook.com to view the conference schedule. For tablets and smartphones, go to the App Store or Android Market and download the Guidebook app. Enter redeem code CCCMN19 or search Charting the Cs.

Our planning group:The Minnesota (DAPE) Developmental Adaptive Physical Education Leadership Group; Minnesota Department of Education Statewide Low Incidence

Project Specialists; and educator volunteers in collaboration with the Minnesota Charting the C’s 2019 Cross Categorical Conference planning group.

This event does not necessarily represent the policies of the federal Department of Education or the state Department of Ed-ucation, and you should not assume endorsement by the federal or state government. Funding for this event is made possible with a grant from the MN Department of Education. The source of the funds is federal award Special Education – Programs to States, CFDA 84.027A.

Charting the C’s 2019: 7th Annual Student-Family Conference April 6, 2019

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Special Group RatesIf you have questions about what type of room would work best for your family give Kristie a call at Arrowwood Resort. Kristie is handling the lodging arrangements for this event and will advise you regarding your best options within the conference price rate.Call Kristie at (320)759-5010.

Special Requests: (i.e. Room Accessibility, Dietary, etc.) Explain:

Guestrooms $99 Single/Double per night plus tax. ($109.27/night)

Suites $99 per night plus tax. ($109.27/night)

Townhomes $297.00 3 Bedroom plus tax $396.00 4 Bedroom plus tax

Cottages $198.00 2 Bedroom plus tax $396.00 4 Bedroom plus tax $594.00 6 Bedroom plus tax

Overflow Accommodations: Once Arrowwood Resort is sold-out, they will notify attendees that their reservation has been made at the Hampton Inn and Suites or the Fairfield Inn. Limited transportation may be provided, shuttle times to be determined.

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