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19th Annual Adolescents and Families Conference:
Building a Culture and Climate of Respect in Our Schools, Communities and Families
Join us to learn new ways to meet challenges and create solutions for safe and healthy children, families, and communities. This dynamic conference will also provide you with unique opportunities for networking with your peers who share your enthusiasm and concerns. Proven prevention strategies, pragmatic information, practical interventions and innovative approaches from this conference will help you create an environment for success.
Join colleagues and others from your community in Transforming Communities By Seeing Ourselves in Others at the 19th Annual Adolescents and Families Conference, April 19-20, 2007 at Lakewoods Resort in Cable, WI.
UWEC News Bureau release
http://www.uwec.edu/newsreleases/07/jan/0104AdolescentFamilyConference.htm
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Date/Time/Location
April 19, 2007
9:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.
April 20, 2007
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location:
Conference activities are on-site at Lakewoods Resort, east of Cable, WI, on Highway M in the Chequamegon National Forest.
Accommodations include lodge rooms, condos, and cottage units of two to four private bedrooms sharing common living areas. Sleeping rooms are at a premium at Lakewoods. (Lakewoods may assign a suite—having separate bedrooms—to individuals who do not know each other.)
- Per night rates are $62 single occupancy or $82 double
occupancy, plus tax - Be sure to ask for the conference rate when you call
Lakewoods for reservations at 1‑800‑255‑5937 or
715‑794‑2561 - These rates are guaranteed through April 8.
Agenda
Thursday, April 19
9 a.m. | Check-in/Registration
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Welcome Ceremony
Music – LCO High School drummers, Louis White, Director
Welcome – Dennis White
Keynote Address, “Walking in Two Worlds” – Dr. Anthony R. Fairbanks, Ed.D.
1 – 2 p.m. | Buffet Lunch
2-3:15 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions A-B-C
Session A
“What Communities, Schools and Families Need to Know about Addressing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues in School Youth” – Brian Juchems, Program Director, Gay-Straight Alliance for Safe Schools
Learn about many of the issues facing LGBT youth, their
allies, and families. This interactive workshop will give you
tools, strategies, model policies, age-appropriate materials,
and experiential exercises for interrupting bullying and
harassing behavior – methods to create a safer, more inclusive
environment for all students and families.
Session B
Self-Care for the Care-Giver – Jane Larson, Certified Massage Therapist and owner of Wellness Massage, and Pat Luoma, Licensed Massage Therapist and owner of Clinic for Massage Therapy
You are a caring professional, dedicated to providing support
to others. Jane and Pat are here to remind you that in order to
be there for your clients, you also need to take care of yourself.
They will also be available at their exhibit table where you can
schedule a consultation – or get a massage!
Session C
Youth Emergency Services Assistance Response Unit
– Pat Sanchez, Prevention Specialist, Sawyer County Health and Human Services, and members of YESARU
The YESARU youth leadership development program
trains youth as emergency first responders and promotes a
drug and alcohol free lifestyle. You will hear some of their
stories, learn basic search techniques, how to develop your
own community team, find funding sources and obtain
free training.
3:15-3:45 p.m. | Exhibit Room, Networking, and Refreshments
3:45 – 5 p.m. | Concurrent Sessions D-E-F
Session D
At-Risk Youth — Contributing Factors and Positive
Response – Maureen Mack, Ph.D., Professor, UW-Eau Claire
Curriculum and Instruction, and author of Finding Center:
Building Identity and Confidence in Girls’ and Women’s Lives
It appears that we are producing an increasing number of
at-risk youth -- What factors put a child or youth at risk?
Who is responsible for providing optimal experiences for
their education, and their emotional and mental well-being?
Finally, what can you do to help?
Session E
Setting Policies that Promote Respect –
Maureen Slauson, Chair, Student Services Department, North High School, Eau Claire
The North High School (Eau Claire, WI) Respect Policy is
modeled after the Respect Policy from Mariner High School
in Everett, WA, and the Safe Contacts Policy, included in
Responding to Hate at School: A Guide for Teachers, Counselors and Administrators, published by Teaching Tolerance, a project of The Southern Poverty Law Center. Ms. Slauson has had special training in dealing with harassment, and will share information about the process of developing a respect policy.
Session F
iSafe: Essential Tools for Internet Users – Mary Maderich,
CESA 12 Center for Educational Technology Program
The iSafe mission is to educate and empower youth to safely
and responsibly take control of their Internet experience.
iSafe provides a full K-12 curriculum covering: Personal
Safety, Cyber Community Issues, Predator ID, Cyber Security,
Intellectual Property, and Effective Outreach. Learn how you
can take advantage of this free, federally funded program.
6 p.m. | Banquet Dinner
7:30 p.m. | Dessert, Bonfire and Entertainment
Friday, April 20
9 – 10:15 a.m. | Concurrent Sessions G-H-ISession G
Alcohol Advertising and Youth: Impact and Innovation
– Julia Sherman, Outreach Specialist, Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources
The Center on Alcohol Marketing and Youth at Georgetown University (CAMY) released recent reports showing the measurable impact of alcohol advertising on youth alcohol consumption. Julia Sherman, former CAMY field director, will examine the scope of alcohol advertising and CAMY’s research. You will learn about policies affecting alcohol advertising placement that can reduce youth exposure to alcohol advertising in Wisconsin.
Session H
New Age Schools – Maureen Mack, Ph.D., Professor, UW-Eau Claire Curriculum and Instruction, and author of Finding Center: Building Identity and Confidence in Girls’ and Women’s Lives
Discover classroom strategies that promote equity and justice for both genders. Dr. Mack advocates that “… to be true to ourselves, it is imperative that we find and develop our own core values …We can help by being better listeners rather than being judgmental or discouraging girls and women from paths that are unfamiliar … A rich life requires discipline and focus, much of which comes from within.”
Session I
Interview with a Gang Member: Inside Information on
Midwest Gangs – Sammy Rangel, CADC III, Coordinator, SAFE Streets Outreach Program
Receive an introduction to the culture, community, and make-up of midwest gangs. Get an inside look at the gang member’s mentality, gang trends in current form, and intervention strategies.
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | Exhibits, Networking, and Refreshments
10:45 a.m. – Noon | Concurrent Session J-K-L
Session J
Juvenile Offenders: Typologies and Risk – Heather Yaeger, Supervisor of Admissions, Unit Supervisors, and Lead Therapists, Homme Youth and Family Programs, Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin
Juvenile offenders are not all alike. Learn some of the motivating
factors that contribute to different typologies and recidivism of
juvenile sexual offenders -- and how identifying and understanding these typologies helps determine appropriate treatment and services.
Session K
Building a Community of Respect Among Youth – April Burback, FCE Teacher, Augusta School District
Practice some hands-on life skill activities that can be used during youth meetings or in the classroom to create a safe and inclusive environment. Topics include communication, contracts or guidelines for behavior, and methods for encouraging respectful behaviors.
Session L
The New Look of Violence in Schools: Redefining the Stereotype– Sammy Rangel, CADC III, Coordinator, SAFE Streets Outreach Program
Examine the stereotypical model and makeup of violent offenders in schools, the type of violence they carry out, the current causes and indicators of school violence, and some interventions that may help keep your school safe and secure.
Noon – 1 p.m. | Buffet Lunch
1 – 2:30 p.m. | Keynote Address, Our Youth, Our Future – Ada Deer
2:30 – 3 p.m. | Closing and Door Prizes
Objectives
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| Who Should Attend |
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Presenters
Ada Deer, M.S.W.
Anthony R. Fairbanks, Ed.D.
Maureen Mack, Ph.D.
Sammy Rangel, CADC III
Sponsors |
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Fee
| $195.00 | Registrations Received by April 6, 2007 |
| $225.00 | Registrations After April 6, 2007 |
| $364.76 | One (1) Graduate Credit: Please be prepared to complete the Special Students Application Form and pay for tuition of $364.76 on the first day of the program. This fee is in addition to the conference registration fee. You must register at the general fee in advance. |
Registration fee includes: Instruction, instructional materials, lunch and refreshments both days, dinner April 19 and breakfast April 20.
Registration Deadline: April 13, 2007. Registrations after this date will be accepted on a space available basis. Register early to guarantee your spot!
Transfers / Cancellations:
To receive a full refund (minus a $35 non-refundable
registration fee) you must cancel no later than 14 days
prior to the start of the program. There will be no refund
for cancellations received within 14 days of the program.
Substitute registrants are welcome and may register in
your absence. Just call the Continuing Education office
(715-836-3636/toll-free 866-893-2423) and we’ll take care
of everything.
Refund of credit fees due to withdrawal from class will
follow the UW-Eau Claire refund policy.
Disclaimer: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Continuing
Education reserves the right to cancel any program due
to insufficient enrollment or other administrative reasons,
as well as the right to limit enrollment to ensure quality.
In the event of a UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education
cancellation, a full refund will be issued. Our liability is
limited to the refund of the program fee.
Accommodations: If you need an accommodation for a disability to fully participate in this program, or need this document in an alternative format, please contact Continuing Education at 715-836-3636 / toll-free 866-893-2423, or use the
Wisconsin Relay System by dialing 7‑1‑1‑715‑836‑3636
CEUs/Contact Hours/Academic Credit
Continuing Education
10 Continuing Education Hours (1 CEU) will be awarded to participants who attend the entire conference for thirteen (13) hours of instruction by UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education/UW-Extension.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships have been provided with the financial support of our sponsors:
- Lac Courte Oreilles Family Services Program
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s Student Services, Prevention and Wellness Team
- Alliance for Wisconsin Youth
- Cable Area Chamber of Commerce
- CESA 10
Scholarships will cover all but $35 of the registration fee.
To apply, please see our Web site at www.uwec.edu/ce/adolfam/brochure.pdf for the application form. Submit the completed scholarship application with your registration form and $35 fee. Scholarship applications without the fee will not be reviewed.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2007.
Graduate Credit Option
One (1) graduate credit is available (CI695, sec. 602) through the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire for full participation in this conference and completion of a project as assigned by the instructor. Please be prepared to complete the Special Students Application Form and pay for tuition of $364.76 on the first day of the program. This fee is in addition to the conference registration fee. Syllabus available at www.uwec.edu/ce/adolfam/brochure.pdf
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships have been provided with the financial support of Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College - Extension Program, CESA 10 and Department of Public Instruction's Student Services. Prevention and Wellness Team. You are responsible for $35.00 of the program fee.
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