Conference 2012

Friday Pre-Conference Sessions – 8:30 am – 11:30 am

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Pre-Conference Sessions ~ We are adding descriptions today. Keep checking back for updated descriptions!

What IDEA Says about Discipline
Dixie Jordan, Cora WY

Must we accept discipline policies that punish children for behaviors that are part of their disability? How can we use a child’s diagnosis when writing an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? Should poor behavior be punished, or should appropriate behavior be taught? And what on earth is a “manifestation determination review?” Come to this session to learn how to use special education law to develop an appropriate education for children and youth with mental health needs!

Still have questions or concerns? Drop in to the IDEA Resource Room to get answers! Dixie Jordan will be available throughout the conference to answer questions and offer strategies tailored to your specific situation.

The Relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences, Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes among Children and Adolescents Receiving Children’s Mental Health Initiative (CMHI) Grant Services

Brigitte Manteuffel, ICF Macro, Atlanta, GA

Children exposed to trauma early on in life can suffer long-term negative effects well into adulthood including chronic physical illness and mental health problems. Using data presented from the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) study, this presentation examines linkages between mental health challenges and adverse childhood experiences (ACE) for children and youth served in systems of care. Family members will discuss successful healing, prevention and treatment strategies designed to reduce the impact of childhood trauma.

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