ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS 44th Annual Conference Sheraton Lisle Hotel
ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS 44th Annual Conference Sheraton Lisle Hotel Lisle, Illinois October 16-18, 2014 1 WELCOME______________________________________________________ We are pleased to announce the 44th IASSW conference and it is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend. This year’s event will be held at the Sheraton Lisle-Chicago in Lisle, IL, on October 16-18, 2014. Designed with you in mind, this year’s conference theme is, “Keeping Children in School: Policies and Practices.” Our conference committee’s goal has been to plan an array of workshops that cover various topics that you will find both practical and informative. Just as you, we want the best for our students and to see them be successful in their future endeavors. We hope that you are encouraged, inspired and motivated to bring what you learn at the conference into your practice. Sincerely, Cathy Bertrand and Keli Swierczek 2014 Conference Chairpersons _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Please thank the following IASSW conference committee members when you see them in October. They have voluntarily put in hundreds of hours of work so that you may have a specially designed conference, especially for you, the school social workers of Illinois! Conference Co-chairs Cathy Bertrand and Keli Swierczek Conference Assistant Lynn Sloyan Conference Development Kari Smith and Sona Chalian Registration Tiffany Gholson and Rhonda Harris Membership Tamara Butler and Kathryn Nirde Local Arrangements Sona Chalian Exhibits and Sponsors Risé Davis Moderators Sonya Perez and Janet Craig Awards Michelle Washington Auction Lindsey Okray Hospitality Victoria Rivera and Elizabeth Cervantes Member Store Gail Groff and Lindsey Trout Brochure Sheri Olson CEU/CPDU Sonja Collins Fordson Special Event Carlos Evans Jr. Treasurer Teresa Alvarado Executive Assistant Cindy Kearney President Tom Tebbe 2 _____________________________________________________________ W elcome to the IASSW Annual School Social Work Conference! Our theme this year is “Keeping Children in School: Policies and Practices.” There are a multitude of factors that interfere or interrupt a student’s educational process – illness, bullying in school, mental illness, homelessness, school refusal, inadequate socialization, fights, unsafe neighborhoods, policies that mandate student suspension or expulsion and many other issues. IASSW wants to bring awareness to some of these concerns. We believe that school provides the chance to envision possibilities and create opportunities for development. The conference this year will examine some of the above issues and provide a context for school social workers to think about their direct practice with students, but also, how policies affect student attendance, engagement and progress. Assisting students with positive behavioral changes is a vital aspect of the role of school social workers, but helping administrators and institutions to examine the positive and negative impact of policies on student education is also critical. But increasing your effectiveness as a professional is not the only reason to attend the conference! We have provided opportunities to meet with your fellow social workers, relax, laugh and have fun. The opportunity to network, renew acquaintances with former school mates, and make new friends provides the support we all need to sustain our work with students. I am looking forward to seeing you at conference this year. Please come up and say “Hi”. I enjoy meeting other social workers from around the state and learning about their social work practice. Tom Tebbe President IASSW __________ SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK STUDENT 2014 CONFERENCE STIPENDS The Dee Yeck School Social Work Foundation is offering up to ten (10) $100.00 stipends for school social work students who attend the 2014 IASSW Conference. The recipients must be members of the Illinois Association of School Social Work and attend, at least, one full day of the conference. The recipients of the stipends will be drawn by lottery from the pool of school social work student attendees at the conference and presented during the IASSW Business Lunch on Friday. As a School Social Worker we all like to think about and explore options. Well… IASSW is EXCITED to OFFER MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS! IASSW is offering a multi-year membership, with BIG savings! You can still renew your membership for 1 year at a cost of $60 or 3 years at a cost of $150 (saving $30) or 5 years at the cost of $225 (saving $75). Lots of options! Remember to renew your membership today and take advantage of great savings! 3 _____________________________________________________________ Do not miss the opportunity to come out Friday morning to walk a beautiful trail around Herrick Lake in Wheaton! What: Run/Walk Where: The park is located off of Butterfield Rd. between S Winfield Rd and Naperville Rd. There is free parking available and there will be water for participants. When: Oct. 17th, 2014 at 6:30 a.m. Why: Walking and running are effective cardiovascular exercises that can help you burn calories and improve your health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that adults have several sessions of moderate to vigorous activity per week such as aerobic exercise (http://www.livestrong.org). You will also build relationships with board members and other conference participants. Consider jump starting your day with other conference attendees and board members! Carlos A. Evans, Jr. Special Events Chair. 4 _____________________________________________________________ Add Linden Oaks ad ¼ page Add Alexian Brothers ad ¼ page Behavioral healthcare with compassion, dignity and excellence We specialize in inpatient and outpatient treatment of addictions, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self injury, and geriatric behavioral health. Comprehensive outpatient services for adults and adolescents are located in Naperville, Plainfield and St. Charles. We offer free assessments and an easy referral process. (630) 305-5027 www.lindenoaks.org Naperville | Plainfield | St. Charles _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU to our Sponsors! Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital and Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Staying connected with IASSW is IMPORTANT! Please make sure IASSW has your e-mail address! Your e-mail will only be used to communicate official IASSW business. Remember, IASSW has gone green! All communication including conference brochure and materials are only on line! Check out IASSW online at www.iassw.org Remember Tablets and Laptops are welcome at the conference! 5 DEE YECK SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK ASSOCIATION_________________ Dorothy Alford Yeck (Dee) was one of the founding members of IASSW in 1970. During that time she was very active in IASSW, serving in many leadership roles including Conference Chairperson and President in 1979. During her employment, Dee was a mentor to many school social workers. She supervised school social work interns as well as befriended social workers throughout the state. She saw the work of school social workers as being the linchpin for services to youth with special needs in the school setting. Dee believed in the values of a strong statewide group to support school social work. She thought it was critical to be recognized as a professional organization in accomplishing that goal. Foundation Support and Benefits: Many of the following IASSW programs and awards are funded and made possible by DEE Yeck School Social Work Foundation contributions: • Awards: Social Worker of the Year Legislator of the Year Citizen of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award • Mini Grants • Conference scholarships for graduate school social work interns • Regional Workshops Please consider “paying it forward” and make a contribution to the Dee Yeck School Social Work Foundation. CHECK the Line on the registration form. Contributions in any amount are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible under section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your contribution will support IASSW awards and programming which serve to enhance the profession of school social work. Remember! Check the Line! (on the registration form) 6 _____________________________ IASSW CONFERENCE PROGRAM Thursday, October 16, 2014 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Conference Registration 7:15 AM - 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM IASSW Store/Bookstore/Exhibits 8:15 AM - 11:30 AM Workshops 1-11 (3 hours) 11:45AM - 1:15 PM Keynote and Lunch (1 hour) 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM Workshop 12 (3 hours) 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Workshops 13 - 22 (1.5 hours) 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM Workshop 23-32 (1.5 hours) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Conference Registration 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Hospitality 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Annual SSW Jam Fest OR Friday, October 17, 2014 6:30 AM Run/Walk Herrick Lake 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM Conference Registration 7:15 AM - 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM IASSW Store/Bookstore/Exhibits 8:15 AM - 11:30 AM Workshops 33 - 39 (3 hours) 8:15 AM - 9:45 AM Workshops 40 - 43 (1.5 hours) 10:00 AM -11:30 AM Workshops 44 - 47 (1.5 hours) 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM Business Luncheon (IASSW Members Only) 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM Conference Registration 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM Workshops 48 - 51 (3 hours) 1:30PM - 3:00 PM Workshops 52 - 58 (1.5 hours) 3:15PM - 4:45PM Workshops 59 - 65 (1.5 hours) 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Auction to benefit IASSW’s P.A.C Fund 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Hospitality 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Annual SSW Jam Fest OR In addition to mandatory business items, this lunch is an opportunity for us to recognize our interns and colleagues along with award nominee winners. 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They also improve group functioning as well as individual learning, build positive relationships and enhancing classroom communities. Sunshine Circles are derived from Theraplay© and are adapted specifically for classroom settings. 2. FBA-BIP in Elementary Schools Charles Brooks, MSW, East Aurora District 131 Jalitza Martinez, East Aurora District 131 This interactive workshop is designed to help school social workers facilitate Functional Behavioral Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans utilizing a competing behavior pathway document. A presentation guide will be provided to help the audience follow the visual presentation and take notes. Participants will receive tools to effectively and efficiently facilitate the FBA-BIP process. 8 _____________________________________________________________ 3. Tools for the Tiers: Practical Strategies to Help Build your RTI Behavior Triangle Megan Maronn, MSW, Woodridge School District 68 Michelle Strezo, MSW, Woodridge School District 68 Connor Durkin, MSW, Woodridge School District 68 Kameron Cluchey, MSW, Woodridge School District 68 Social workers from Woodridge School District 68 (K-8) will highlight effective behavioral strategies across the RTI tiers that will assist the participants in building their own triangle of behavior interventions. 4. Managing Change—The Role of the School-Based Clinician in a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Ali Hearn, MSW, LCSW, Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Collaborative (ISTAC) In this session we will explore the role of the school-based clinician in a Multi-tiered system of Support (MTSS), including data, systems, and practices of the “old” and “new” models of working. In addition, we will explore some of the elements of change that exist in relation to the role of the school-based clinician today. 5. Psychiatric Medication Update for Children and Adolescents Dr. Michael Feld, MD., Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital This workshop will update social workers on the pros and cons of using psychiatric medication with children and adolescents. Emphasis will be on new medications and ample time will be given to discuss cases with Dr. Feld. 6. Organizing your School Social Work Practice Stacy Colgan, LCSW, M.Ed., Lisle School District #202, Schiesher Elementary School The field of school social work seems to be getting more and more demanding. This workshop will help you organize all of the chaos in your job. Having an organized practice will make your job easier in the long run, not to mention the stress that will dissipate when you utilize a data collection system that will be easily used and highly beneficial to you and your students (clients). This presentation can benefit every school social worker and will provide instant practical strategies that can be used immediately in your practice. 7. Introduction to School Crisis Intervention Dr. Christina Conolly-Wilson, Psy.D, NCSP, Waukegan Public Schools District 60 This workshop will provide information on the phases of emergency management and how to provide physical and psychological safety. The training will review the PREPaRE Crisis Prevention and Intervention model. Trainees will receive information on how to conduct psychological triage and provide psychoeducation, individual and group psychological first aid to individuals. 8. Ethics and Technology for School Social Workers—Is It a Risky Business? Dr. Kathryn Conley Wehrmann, Ph.D, LCSW, Illinois State University, School of Social Work Brenda Lindsey, EDD, LCSW, Clinical Professor, UIUC Sandra Kopels, JD, MSW, Professor, UIUC This workshop is designed to look at both the ethical and legal considerations posed by the use of technology in social work settings. Particular focus will be given to the specific issues faced by school social workers including cyber bullying and “sexting”. A major goal of the workshop will be to support school social workers in developing a framework for thinking through the challenges that technology can present in their practice. *This workshop will fulfill your ethics requirement for IDFPR. 9 _____________________________________________________________ 9. Understanding and Working with Arab/Muslim Students and their Parents Itedal Shalabi, MSW, Arab American Family Services Arab Americans from different countries differ from each other in culture and socioeconomic status, as do Muslim and Christian Arabs, and newly-arrived and second and third generation Arabs. In accommodating the individuality of Arab families, it is important for social workers to take the lead from students and their parents when approaching them about school and other related issues. It is imperative to understand Arab culture particularly regarding family life and the value of harmony. Nevertheless, when Arab American students seem troubled, it may be productive to determine whether their problems stem from intergenerational differences within their family or another source. In this workshop you will gain basic skills and enhance your understanding of best way to approach your students and families. *This workshop will fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 10. Dare to be Remarkable! Sonya Perez, MSW, M.Ed., Rockford Public Schools Megan Pecoraro, MSW, LSW, Batavia Public Schools The purpose of this workshop is to encourage our School Social Worker colleagues to resist the urge to be mediocre and settle for “good enough” in our daily practice. This workshop will discuss the Do’s and Don’ts of good goal writing; data collection, ideas to assist in making data driven school social work recommendations and to support our efficacy with students; and the importance of using evidence based interventions in our social work practice. (This workshop is an updated, but repeat of 2013 IASSW conference presentation). 11. Helping Adolescent Mothers Stay in School Arlether C. Paraharm, Program Manager, Illinois Subsequent Pregnancy Program @ Sinai Community Institute Trenace Brown, Home Visitor – South Suburban Subsequent Pregnancy Program, Harvey, IL The first half of this workshop will consist of ISPP (Illinois Subsequent Pregnancy Program) staff presenting on the program model and successes. The second half of the workshop will consist of a moderator and panelists (current and past participants and Home Visitor). Each will share their experiences as a teen parent navigating school policies and procedures. The Home Visitor panelist will discuss the advocacy process, perspectives and experiences in an effort to support the teen parent. LUNCH AND KEYNOTE 11:45 AM TO 1:15 PM_____________________ JODEE BLANCO Keynote Address: It’s NOT Just Joking Around! Understanding School Bullying Through the Eyes of a Former Victim Jodee Blanco, author of the New York Times best-selling memoir Please Stop Laughing at Me… and two awardwinning sequels…will bring your audience inside the heart and mind of the bullied child, and see the world through their compelling point of view. As the nation’s only survivor turned activist/expert, she will also share some of her most unforgettable experiences working deep inside the trenches of America’s schools. This keynote is intense, inspirational and cuts to the core of what it means to be a bullied child through the perspective of only someone who was bullied herself and who holds hundreds of bullied students in her arms every day as they pour their hearts out to her, can understand. *One CEU/CPDU is available for this presentation. 10 _____________________________________________________________ The Northwest Community Healthcare Mental Health Network • Addiction Treatment Services for Adults (Inpatient and Outpatient) • Addiction Treatment Services for Youth (Inpatient and Outpatient) Healing the Mind, Body and Spirit. • Mental Health Services: Individual and Group, Office or Community-Based, Children, Adolescent and Adult • School Based Services (McLean County, Junior and Senior High Schools) • Recovery Home for Adolescents and Young Men (Ages 13−20) • Credit Counseling and Debt Management Plans • Individual and Family Counseling (888) 924-3786 toll free For more information, visit nch.org or call 847.618.4100. We accept most insurance. We do not lend money. Programs and services vary by location and are subject to change. _________ THURSDAY, OCT 16, 2014 1:30 PM - 4:45 PM. SESSION 12 12. FOID: Clear and Present Danger Act Sandra Kopels, MSW, JD, Professor, University of Illinois, Urbana School social workers face legal and ethical situations involving decisions based on the Clear and Present Danger Act because of relevant ethical codes, mental health, school and other laws or regulations. This session focuses on answering attendees specific questions which can be either asked during the session or submitted in advance to kopels@ illinois.edu. *This workshop will fulfill your ethics requirement for IDFPR. 11 THURSDAY, OCT 16, 2014 1:30 PM TO 3:00 PM. SESSIONS 13-22___ 13. Assessment and Intervention Strategies for Children and Adolescents, Struggling with School Anxiety and School Refusal Jacqueline A. Rhew, MA, CADC, LPC, Assistant Director of the School Refusal Program Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Dr. Patrick McGrath, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Anxiety, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital The presentation will review interventions designed to increase motivation toward school and promote active school engagement for the child and family. Factors that contribute to avoidant behaviors will be explored, as well as ways to identify the at-risk student so as to provide early therapeutic responses. Professionals leaving the conference will have learned ways to develop strategies, effective communication and language that promotes self advocacy and independence for the child. Utilizing a holistic perspective, participants will learn ways to create rapport with families and build relationships that will hold them accountable for school attendance, truancy issues and establish community services and supports. 14. Rethinking Teaching and Instruction Prior to Qualifying African-American Students for ED Services: An Emphasis on Culturally Relevant Strategies that Work Dwayne D. Williams, M.A., Ed.S (School Psychologist), Indian Prairie School District 204, Metea Valley High School This workshop will provide step-by-step approaches to implementing culturally relevant strategies to increase engagement among African-American students. Audience members will learn evidence-based strategies to use with students of color prior to referring them for special education services. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 15. A Guide to Child Welfare Services in Illinois Anne Gold, MSW, Senior Public Service Administrator, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Each year the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) responds to over 300,000 calls to the State Central Register Hotline. About 70,000 reports are generated from these calls involving over 115,000 child victims. Of the calls placed to the Hotline, roughly two thirds are generated by mandated reporters (as defined by The Child Abuse and Neglected Child Reporting Act) and of that figure, fifteen percent are school personnel. This presentation will discuss how DCFS and educational systems can work together to ensure the protection of all children as well as supporting the needs of children who are in care. 16. The Administrator’s Role in the School Social Worker’s Changing Role Sheri Luecking, MSW, LCSW, Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Collaborative (ISTAC) School Social Worker’s roles are undergoing changes related to working in a multi-tiered system of support. Learn about how one school social worker and principal made a new path in this work and develop your own strategies to take back to garner your administrator’s support. 17. Assisting Students from Diverse Backgrounds with Challenging Behaviors: Incorporating a Culturally Attuned Functional Behavioral Assessment in Pre-Referral Services Dr. Gerardo Moreno, Ph.D., Department of Special Education, Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) Dr. Mickie Wong-Lo, Ph.D., Department of Special Education, Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) Illinois student populations are becoming increasingly diverse and educators have encountered difficulties in distinguishing between behavioral differences based on culture and genuine indicators of emotional/behavioral disorders. This workshop will explore how a functional behavior assessment, (FBA), serves as an effective process in understanding challenging behaviors, particularly when addressing culturally diverse populations. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 12 _____________________________________________________________ 18. Nonsuicidal Self-Injury: An Evidence-Based Update on Assessment and Treatment Dr. Jason J. Washburn, Ph.D., ABPP, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital and Northwestern University Dr. Denise Styer, PsyD., Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital and Northwestern University This workshop will address nonsuicidal self-injury in students, a condition that challenges educators, school social workers, and administrators alike. This workshop will provide an update on how to assess and treat selfinjury based on the latest research and our clinical experience in the Center for Self-Injury Recovery. 19. Triage for the Bullied Through a Survivor’s Eyes Jodee Blanco, author, public speaker, The Jodee Blanco Group This workshop continues the dialog from the keynote address and highlights what should never be said to a bullied child as well as key information as to what can be said. The discussion will include the typical profile of the bullied child and how to intervene with a bullied child both one-to-one and within a group. Two types of bullying will be identified and the severity of each will be discussed along with a promising intervention called Compassionate Discipline. Finally we will discuss how to respond to parents and watch for warning signs of possible retaliation or suicide. 20. Skills Assessment and Data Collection for School Social Workers Nicole Loos Miller, School Social Worker, LSW, CUSD 200 (Wheaton-Warrenville School District) Baseline data and progress monitoring have become every day vocabulary in schools. Come join a discussion about how to gather baseline data for different social, emotional, and behavioral concerns and how to monitor and collect data to determine if progress is being made. Leave with ready-to-use ideas and resources. 21. Building Life Skills and Resilience with National Runaway Safeline’s Let’s Talk: Runaway Prevention Curriculum Melanie Santarelli, National Runaway Safeline Adolescence is a difficult time. Compounded with ongoing stressors at school, home and within the community, many youth enter into a crisis, some may even run away. This experiential workshop will introduce the National Runaway Safeline’s Let’s Talk: Runaway Prevention Curriculum, a free evidence-based curriculum highlighting over 40 youth approved activities. 22. Catalyst—Empowerment for Change Josh Bloodgood, MSW, School Social Worker, Catalyst Program Coordinator, (Plainfield H.S. Central Campus) Laurie Pacanowski, LCSW, School Social Worker, Catalyst Program Coordinator (Plainfield East H.S.) Kristi Stone, MSW, School Social Worker, Catalyst Program (Plainfield North H.S.) Andre Bouey, MA, School Counselor, Catalyst Program Coordinator (Plainfield South H.S.) Student Representative (TBA), Parent Representative (TBA) Plainfield CCSD 202 has been committed to running the Catalyst Program for the past 8 years. The Catalyst Program is an in-lieu of a suspension program available to students who are facing a 5-10 day suspension. The program was designed in house and is currently run at each of the district’s four high schools. The coordinators of the programs are school social workers. The presentation will discuss the history, challenges and positive impact of the program to students, families and staff. 13 THURSDAY, OCT 16, 2014 3:15 PM TO 4:45 PM. SESSIONS 23-32 23. Parental Alienation: A Confusing Burden for a Child Marc Slaughter, Educational Awareness Advocate at PAS (Psychological Abuse Support) Intervention Parental Alienation is a form of emotional child abuse. It can affect an individual child in many different ways, from depression to disillusionment, guilt, self-hatred, and distrust of authorities and those who are closest. 24. Mental Health Needs of Undocumented Students Dr. Leticia Villarreal Sosa, Ph.D., LCSW, Dominican University Student representative (TBA) For undocumented youth, navigating the transition to adulthood can be extremely difficult as they leave the protected status they have at school to face issues regarding the lack of access to future educational opportunities, jobs, and driver’s licenses. Some researchers have described “illegality” as a form of psychological violence against Latino youth, leading to social and psychological consequences, particularly at this critical point in their development. This workshop will provide participants with an understanding of the challenges faced by undocumented youth, the impact of recent policies such as DACA (deferred action), and the mental health needs of youth. Strategies for working with undocumented youth will be provided. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 25. Technology and the School Social Worker: How Can the iPad Help Your Practice Jill Clodfelter, MSW, Bement School District Are you looking for great iPad apps to utilize with students as a school social worker? Many school social workers are now getting iPads but figuring out what apps to use and how to utilize it can be overwhelming. During this session participants will learn about different apps that can be used with students and about other apps that can be used to enhance your practice. This workshop is for the beginner iPad user and most apps will benefit elementary students and some middle school aged students. 26. Supporting and Assisting Our Heroes Children Post 911 Sara Lesko, BS, Illinois Army National Guard This workshop will raise awareness about the issues faced by children of Military Service Members, such as the deployment cycle and their unique military lifestyle. Also, information is provided to support children during times of uncertainty, trauma, and loss. 27. Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents Dr. John L. Levitt, Ph.D., LCSW Eating disorders are increasingly impacting younger students. Indeed, the impacts on a young person’s development are profound and enduring. This workshop will focus on identifying the impact of eating disorders on children and adolescents. Issues in developing a helping framework will be discussed as appropriate for schools as well as use of clinical materials and suggestions for treatment will be presented. 28. How to Help Children and Adolescents who Self-Injure Using Creative Media Susan Bowman, Ed. S., LPC, YouthLight, Inc. Learn how to use creative media approaches for helping self-injuring children and adolescents. Techniques will be explored including storytelling, art, clay, tactile diversion props, and directive sand tray. These strategies will help youth heal, discover new coping skills and lose their drive to self-injure. Practical tips and activities will be featured. 14 _____________________________________________________________ 29. The Challenge of Educating Homeless Students Matt Hanafee, Lead Liaison, Area 1 McKinney-Vento program Homeless students face significant challenges to their academic success. This workshop will address those challenges and present strategies that districts can use to help students be successful. A brief overview of McKinneyVento Law will be presented. Audience members should come prepared with questions and be willing to share best practices employed by their district. 30. Evaluating Social-Emotional Functioning within the School Setting: Assessment, Progress Monitoring, and Evidence Based Interventions J. Lynsey Psimas, Ph.D., NCSP, Assessment Consultant (IL, WI, MI) Pearson The purpose of this workshop is to familiarize school social workers with ways to assess students for socialemotional and behavioral problems. Participants will be introduced to the Behavior Assessment System for Children, 2nd Edition (BASC-2), as well as evidence-based interventions and methods of progress monitoring behavioral and emotional changes. 31. Triage for the Bullied Through a Survivor’s Eyes Jodee Blanco, author, public speaker, The Jodee Blanco Group This workshop continues the dialog from the keynote address and highlights what should never be said to a bullied child as well as key information as to what can be said. The discussion will include the typical profile of the bullied child and how to intervene with a bullied child both one-to-one and within a group. Two types of bullying will be identified and the severity of each will be discussed along with a promising intervention called Compassionate Discipline. Finally we will discuss how to respond to parents and watch for warning signs of possible retaliation or suicide. 32. Cultural Implications and Mental Health Treatment Geneve Hein, Ph.D., LCPC, Chicago Lakeshore Hospital Culture is a big part of an individual’s identity, but too often receives little attention in traditional assessments and treatment planning among providers. This presentation aims to develop awareness as well as explore the multiple dimensions of culture, and how they may influence mental health treatment. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. _____FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 8:15 AM TO 11:30 AM. SESSIONS 33-39 33. From Conflict to Coping: Understanding the LSCI Conflict Cycle Alexandra Fliess, MSW, Behavior Specialist at Madison School, Skokie School District 69 Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI) is a set of skills that help adults turn crisis situations into learning opportunities for kids with chronic patterns of self-defeating behaviors. This training looks at The Conflict Cycle which is the major paradigm for understanding the dynamics of escalating power struggles between adults and children and how to de-escalate at any stage. 34. Efficient and Effective FBAs and BIPs Katie Pohlman, MSW, LSW, Illinois State Technical Assistance Collaborative (ISTAC) Come learn how to facilitate a team process to efficiently produce effective plans! A model for embedding FBA/ BIP processes into a continuum of school-wide behavior supports and team based planning will be discussed. 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However, there is always a group of struggling students who tend to “fall between the cracks.” These students fall just short of needing special education but also fail to respond positively to traditional RTI Interventions (CICO, SAIG, etc.). This workshop presents new interventions that work, focusing on partnerships between students, teachers, administration, and parents. 36. Crisis Bereavement Group Intervention Guidelines for School Social Workers Jerry Ciffone, MSW, LCSW, retired Participants of this workshop will learn how to directly assist a large group of acutely stressed or grief-stricken students by taking them through the presenter’s twelve-phase intervention which includes a sequence of up to 80 specific tasks commonly used in crisis intervention, psychological debriefing and/or post trauma counseling. 16 _____________________________________________________________ 37. Check & Connect: A Comprehensive Student Engagement and Dropout Prevention Intervention Eileen A Klemm, M.A., University of Minnesota Check & Connect is the only dropout prevention intervention reviewed by the U.S. Department of Education’s What Works Clearinghouse to show “positive effects” for staying in school. This workshop will introduce the core components of this mentoring intervention model and describe the school social worker’s role in schoolwide implementation. 38. The Application of Third-Wave Evidence-Based Interventions for Anxiety within Schools Dr. Megan Moller, Psy.D. (Licensed Clinical Psychologist), Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital Dr. Laura Koehler, Psy.D. (Licensed Clinical Psychologist), Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital This workshop is intended to introduce evidence-based treatments, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Exposure Therapy, as well as provide interventions to aid in the management of distressing thoughts and feelings in the school settings. 39. Difficult Students: Becoming a Master of Challenging Moments Larry Thompson, Creator of Responsibility Centered Discipline, author, 2011 State Principal of the Year and National Principal of the Year Candidate, LOL Consulting, LLC Presenter, Larry Thompson, will share insights and recommended communication and de-escalation strategies for handling real situations of low, medium and high intensity discipline situations. He will also demonstrate how to promote self-regulation with particularly resistant and defiant students by using role-played scenarios. ________ FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 8:15 AM - 9:45 AM. SESSIONS 40-43 40. Rethinking Teaching and Instruction Prior to Qualifying African-American Students for ED Services: An Emphasis on Culturally Relevant Strategies that Work Dwayne D. Williams, M.A., Ed.S (School Psychologist), Indian Prairie School District 204, Metea Valley High School This workshop will provide step-by-step approaches to implementing culturally relevant strategies to increase engagement among African-American students. Audience members will learn evidence-based strategies to use with students of color prior to referring them for special education services. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 41. Chronic Anxiety: How it Maintains Children in the One Down Position Cecilia Guzman, LCPC, self employed Keeping children in school has always challenged staff. In this presentation, chronic anxiety and its role in destabilizing a family is examined. Often times, a child becomes the “anxiety binder” in the family system resulting in poor attendance or dropping out. How to understand and help these students/families will be explored. 42. Erin’s Law Keli Swierczek, LCSW, school social worker, District 114 Danielle Gordon, Zacharias Center This workshop will cover the background on Erin’s Law, such as who is Erin Merryn and the requirements of the law. Ideas and examples will be shared on how to implement Erin’s Law in your school district. 17 ________________________________________________________________ 43. Behavior Management in a Classroom Setting Adam Russo, LCSW, Edgewood Clinical Services In this workshop, participants will learn how to set realistic behavioral expectations for the students with whom they work, understand the complex nature of behavior management in a chaotic milieu, and develop behaviorspecific interventions. FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 10:00 AM TO 11:30 AM. SESSIONS 44-47____ 44. Legislation and Policy Developments Phil Milsk, JD, Governmental Relations Consultant, New Lenox, IL This workshop will cover new legislation passed in 2013 and 2014, legislation pending and budget developments at the state and federal levels. 45. The Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach: An Evidence-Based Treatment Model for Students who Use Substances Elizabeth Nicole Helton, MSW, CADC, ATE, Chestnut Health Systems The theory and structure of the Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA) treatment will be presented as well as some of the research that has been done. The discussion will center on how A-CRA is used in treatment and how it can be supported in the school setting. 46. School Social Workers & Common Core State Standards: Where do we fit in? Kari Smith, MSW, MA This workshop will introduce the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and assist school social workers in identifying where they fit within these standards. A discussion of what school social workers must do to make themselves visible within the CCSS, including linking the CCSS to social-emotional learning goals, will occur. 47. Calm Classroom training: Learn to Teach Breathing, Focusing, Relaxation and Stretching Techniques that Develop Self Awareness and Inner Calm within Students and School Staff Jori Griffith, B.A., M.A. Director of Operations, Luster Learning Institute NFP – Calm Classroom Joy Luster, B.S. , Co-Founder, Luster Learning Institute NFP – Calm Classroom Participants will learn to facilitate techniques that have produced a 50-60% decline in student misconduct and have helped thousands of students develop self-awareness, mental focus and inner calm. Calm Classroom techniques are used in classrooms, one-on-one, and in small group settings with general and special education students. Participants will experience the benefits of practicing the techniques and understand the research on which the program was based. FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 IASSW BUSINESS LUNCH 11:45 AM TO 1:15 PM______ (IASSW members only) 18 _______ FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 1:30 PM TO 4:45 PM SESSIONS 48-51 48. DSM-5 for School Social Workers Dr. Christie Mason, Ph.D., LCSW, Loyola University of Chicago This workshop will review changes in the DSM-5 that are most relevant to school social workers, such as the modification of diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder. New diagnoses, such as social pragmatic communication disorder and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, will be discussed in detail. 49. Dismantling the School to Prison Pipeline Natalie Chap, MSW, Dignity in Schools Campaign, National Campaign Coordinator, Candace Coleman, Access Living, Monica Mahan, MSW, Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, Karen Lynn Morton, COFI/POWERPAC, Woman of God’s Design, Jenine Wehbeh, Illinois Safe Schools Alliance, Janet Vargas, COFI/POWERPAC This workshop will explore the systemic causes and the devastating effects of the School-to-Prison Pipeline. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how and why many of our schools push students out of school. Participants will also learn about the nationwide movement to shift the culture in our schools away from harsh, exclusionary discipline and replace these negative practices with models such as Restorative Justice and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), both of which pair perfectly with fundamental social work values and processes. Our presenters bring experience from their work on different aspects of the School-to-Prison Pipeline, from working directly with students with disabilities, LGBTQ students, and students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS), to working with parents to create city-wide change, to our national campaign to end school push out. 50. RENEW Sarah Van Aken, MSW, School Social Worker, Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Collaborative (ISTAC) In this session we will explore the data, systems and practices that support successful implementation at Tier 3. In addition, we will review different types of person centered planning models and then focus on the specifics of RENEW, a process developed in 1996 at the Institute on Disability, University of New Hampshire. The RENEW process is designed to increase self-determination skills and give voice to youth as they transition from school to adult life. This workshop will include hands-on activities to support the learning process. 51. Remembering the T in LGBT – Cultural Competency with the Trans* Youth Community Kelly George, LCPC, Live Oak Chicago Trans* identified youth face challenges that are unique to them, distinctly different from those experienced by LGB youth. This workshop will help develop an understanding of the trans* identity development process with these youth, the particular concerns and issues facing these youth, and how to create an affirming and welcoming environment to help them achieve their full potential. _______ FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 1:30 PM TO 3:00 PM SESSIONS 52-58 52. No Magic Wand Left Behind: Classroom Management A Personal Approach Kevin J. Mueller, LCSW, Behavior Specialist, Plainfield School District 202 This session is designed to provide school social workers with a practical foundation to effectively influence student behavior. There is no “magic wand” or one single strategy to use to solve negative student behavior. Social workers play a pivotal role in helping educational teams differentiate their behavioral instruction. Your actions and understanding of behavior can create the optimal environment for students to make good behavioral decisions. 19 _____________________________________________________________ 53. Using Your School’s Illinois Youth Survey (IYS) Report to Guide Student Support Services Jo Pauly, MSW, MLIS, University of Illinois – Center for Prevention Research and Development This interactive workshop will help you get acquainted with an Illinois Youth Survey (IYS) school report, understand how to clearly interpret the data, and walk through the process of using the results to set priorities for student support services. Come learn how to bring data to life! 54. Some Secrets Should be Shared: Implementing SOS, an Evidence-Based Suicide Prevention Program Jodie Segal, MSW, Director of Education at Elyssa’s Mission Addressing suicidal behavior in youth is more relevant than ever for school social workers. We will review risk factors and warning signs associated with youth suicide and how to effectively plan and implement an evidencebased prevention program. Best practices gleaned through direct work with over 50 schools will be discussed. 55. Keeping Kids in School…After Trauma? Rod Ogilvie, LCPC, CRADC, Associates in Professional Counseling and Coaching No matter the grade level, kids as well as teachers and staff could face a traumatic incident at any time. The importance of having trained personnel to prepare, plan and respond when these events occur is critical. This workshop will review several key principles of crisis intervention which guide a competent and compassionate response when tragedy strikes. 56. Black Girl Blues: An Examination of Intra Racial Bullying Carolyn Strong, MAT, M.Ed., Thornton Township High School As long as there have been African-Americans in the new world, this has been an issue up for debate. But for African-American girls, these questions of racial identity and physical appearance – light skin vs. dark skin, straight hair vs. kinky hair, etc. – often manifest themselves in ways that are detrimental to them and to other girls. This media-fueled war rages on in the inner circle of girls. This workshop will be filled with “ah-ha moments” that can be taken away and shared for the betterment of school culture. The presenter will also discuss best practices as they relate to teaching and mentoring African-American girls along with modeling activities to address this sensitive issue. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 57. Impact of Bullying on Mental Health Sumi Mukherjee, Author and Speaker, Plymouth, Minnesota This presentation is focused on the impact of bullying on mental health, based on the book titled, “A Life Interrupted – The Story of my Battle with Bullying and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.” The key message is the fact that bullying can have long lasting devastating psychological impact on young people. 58. Identifying Students who are McKinney-Vento Eligible Ron O’Connor, McKinney-Vento Liason, Will County This workshop is designed to help social workers recognize and assist students who are experiencing homelessness. We will review State and Federal mandated legislation regarding these families as well as how to best service their needs using community resources. 20 _______ FRIDAY, OCT 17, 2014 3:15 PM TO 4:45 PM SESSIONS 59-65 59. Engaging the Power of Communal Coping – Grief Group Counseling with Students K-12 Kate O’Connor, LCSW, Woodstock Community Unit School District #200, Northwood Middle School Elizabeth Rodden, Graduate Student at Northeastern Illinois University, John Hersey High School, District #214 This workshop will tackle the complicated emotions and social outcomes experienced by students affected by grief and loss and how these feelings can be more effectively processed and normalized in a group support atmosphere. Developmentally-appropriate bereavement education and proven group procedures and activities will also be discussed. 60. Bullying Prevention in a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Model Susan Ditch, MSW, LCSW, Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Collaborative (ISTAC) Learn how to apply effective bullying prevention strategies in your school/district. Understand the research, systems, practices, and evaluation components needed for measuring positive outcomes to reduce the likelihood of bullying behavior. Evidence-based school wide Bullying Prevention (BP) curriculum and survey examples will be shared. 61. Reproductive Rights and Minors Lorie Chaiten, J.D., Director of Reproductive Rights Project, ACLU of Illinois Roshni Shikari, Staff Attorney, Reproductive Rights Project, ACLU of Illinois The presentation will review laws in Illinois which affect minors’ ability to access reproductive health care—such as contraceptives, STI treatment, and abortion care—with a focus on the Parental Notification of Abortion Act and the judicial bypass procedure for pregnant minors who cannot or do not want to notify an adult family member of their intent to seek an abortion. 62. School Connectedness & Climate for African American Male Students with and without Disabilities Kari Smith, MSW, MA Students’ connection to school and perceptions of school climate can decline as they advance in grades. This workshop will share the results from the presenter’s research study to assist school social workers in understanding school climate and connectedness for African American male students with and without disabilities. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 63. Student Voice: Are We Listening? Bersheril Bailey, MA., Senior Technical Assistance Consultant, American Institutes for Research Lauren Kazee, LMSW, Michigan Department of Education (MDE)/Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) How can you use student voice to identify what will keep students in school? Students are uniquely qualified to assess what works to support their educational journey. Student recommendations from previously conducted focus groups will be aligned to recommendations in the IES Dropout Prevention Practice Guide. 64. Building Bridges: An Alternative to School Suspension Michelle Rappaport, LCSW, Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL) Pam Fenning, PhD., Professor and Program Co-Director at Loyola University, Chicago In this conference session participants will receive an overview of the Building Bridges curriculum and program which is an alternative to suspension. This program is focused on teaching and practicing skills: processing & mediation (principles of restorative justice); decision making skills and to gain self awareness. Also, on-going research will be presented regarding the effectiveness of the program. 21 ________________________________________________________________ 65. What Makes an Effective School: Multi-Tiered System of Supports in Action! Larry D. Fairbanks, ISBE Principal Consultant Michelle Carmichael, ISBE Principal Consultant This workshop will provide an overview of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), highlighting the Academic and Climate and Culture components within a Response to Intervention Process. SATURDAY, OCT 18, 2014 8:15 AM TO 11:30 AM SESSIONS 66-69___ 66. Connecting the Disconnected: Treating Attachment and Trauma-Related Problems in Children & Youth William Kaplan, LCSW, House Calls Counseling This workshop teaches participants how trauma and neglect affects brain development including a child’s ability to connect and attach. It identifies the manifestations of attachment and trauma dysregulation on children’s behavioral, cognitive, affective, physical and spiritual functioning. Finally, it introduces participants to the core concepts and practices of treatment approaches which have demonstrated effectiveness for treating children and youth with attachment and trauma dysregulation. 67. Becoming an Anti-Racist Social Worker Briton Holmberg, MSW, LCSW, Samaritan Counseling Center Marion Malcome, MSW, LCSW, Northwestern Medicine Despite advances, institutional racism continues to impede service delivery to students of color. This interactive workshop describes racism in the 21st Century, defines key language for having constructive conversations about race, and provides strategies for becoming an effective anti-racist social worker at the micro and macro levels. *This workshop will partially fulfill your cultural diversity requirement for IDFPR. 68. Difficult Students: Becoming a Master of Challenging Moments Larry Thompson, Creator of Responsibility Centered Discipline, author, 2011 State Principal of the Year and National Principal of the Year Candidate, LOL Consulting, LLC Presenter, Larry Thompson, will share insights and recommended communication and de-escalation strategies for handling real situations of low, medium and high intensity discipline situations. 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IASSW CEU Certification Number 159000141 24 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FULL MEMBERSHIP: Open to any Master’s Degree Social Worker who (a) holds a Professional Educator License endorsed in School Social Work and is employed in a school system of Illinois or (b) is currently educating or supervising school social workers in Illinois or (c) formally practicing SSW currently holding other school positions or retired SSW who retain their full membership. STUDENT MEMBERSHIP: Open to any SSW students who are attending an accredited Graduate School of Social Work. RETIRED MEMBERSHIP: Open to SSW who is 55 or older and retired from SSW and does not wish to retain full membership. MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS A yearly conference to develop professional skills Newsletters with new ideas, job openings and legislative information Support for social work services in your local school district Lobbying for legislation favorable to children and families, and social workers School Social Work Journal A website with links to vital resources Representation to other professional organizations IASSW GOALS To enhance the educational and psychosocial development of all school age children To promote best professional practice among school social workers To enhance more effective communication among school social workers, and members of related disciplines, and the community. To be involved in social action designated to improve educational and psychosocial conditions for children and families. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE The Political Action Committee (PAC) is seeking your donation for the PAC Fund. The PAC Fund is used to endorse political candidates whose ideals and voting records support school social work concerns. DEE YECK SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK FOUNDATION The Foundation was organized as a 501 (c) (3) entity under the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions made to the Foundation are tax deductible. These contributions support the educational and charitable functions of the Illinois Association of School Social Workers including Conference 2014, awards to Social Worker of the Year, Legislator of the Year, Citizen of the Year, MiniGrants, stipends to school social work students and the Dee Yeck Award. 25 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION (Please Print) 1. Renewal_______ New_____ 2. Membership Status (See previous page for description) ______Full Membership _______ $60 (one year) _____ $150 (three year) ______$225 (five year) ______Student Membership $15 Please list institution: ____________________________________________________ ______Retired $15 3. P.A.C. Fund ** P.A.C. funds are not deducted as a business expense _____$5 _____$10 ______Other 4. Dee Yeck Memorial Fund (Tax Deductible contribution) ______$10 _____$20 ______Other 5. Name :_________________________________________________________________________________________ Last First 6. Home Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ City__________________________ State_________________ Zip________________________ 7. E-Mail:__________________________________________________________________ 8. Phone Number: ____________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT! IASSW has gone GREEN! Please submit an e-mail address in order to receive IASSW information and the electronic copy of the newsletter! 8. District of Employment: _____________________________________________________________________________ 9. Regional Number______________________ (See break down below) 10. LCSW License #_____________________________ 11. Type 75___________________________ 12. Do you have a membership with: SSWAA_____________ NASW________________________ 13. How long have you been a SSW? ______________ 14. Are you interested in serving on an IASSW committee? ___ Yes Area of interest: ________________________ 15. Contact information may be included in membership directory ___ Yes ___ No $ ______________Total Enclosed Make checks payable to IASSW ** Only 95% of your dues are tax deductible due to lobbying efforts. Mail Registration to I.A.S.S.W. P.O. Box 634 Algonquin, Il 60102-0634 ` REGIONAL BREAKDOWN The following regions offer local programs throughout the year. Please indicate on the membership application only one choice of regional affliction according to your home or business address. REGION 1. Bloomington 2. Champaign 3. Chicago North 4. Chicago South 5. DuPage 6. East St. Louis 7. DeKalb/Kane 8. Western 9. Near West Cook 10. North Cook 11. Lake/NW Cook 12. Peoria 13. Rockford/McHenry 14. Rock Island 15. South Cook 16. Southern Illinois AREA COVERED DeWitt, Livingston, Logan, McLean Champaign, Clark, Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Effingham, Ford, Iroquois, Moultrie, Piatt, Shelby, Vermillion North of Madison Ave. South of Madison Ave. Calhoun, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison, Monroe, St.Clair Adams, Brown, Fulton, Hancock, Henderson, Knox McDonough, Pike, Schuyler, Warren West of Chicago city limits, South of I-55, west to DuPage County Line South to I-90 and Chicago city Limits, west to I-94(294) Lake County, Cook County line on the west and north, east to I-294 Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Mason, Menard, Putnam, Stark, Tazwell, Woodford Boone, Carroll, JoDavies, Lee Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, Winnebago Henry, Mercer Alexander, Bond, Clay, Clinton, Crawford, Edwards, Fayette, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jasper, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Lawrence, Marion, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski Randolph, Richland, Saline, Union, Wabash, Washington, Wayne, White, Williamson 17. Springfield/Decatur Cass, Christian, Macon, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon, Scott 18. Will/Gundy/Kendall/Kankakee A special thank you to our 2014 conference sponsors: Linden Oaks at Edward and Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Please visit and thank all of our sponsors, advertisers and exhibitors American Civil Liberties Union Illinois School for the Deaf Arab American Family Services Jodee Blanco, author Associates in Professional Counseling Live Oak Aurora University Luster Learning Institute Barefoot Books Lyceum Books Camelot Education National Runaway hotline Characters of Character Northwest Community Hospital Chestnut Health Systems Pearson Assessments Chicago Lakeshore Hospital Psychological Abuse Support Department of Children and Family Services Research Press Edgewood Clinical Services Educational Research Associates Riveredge Hospital Sequel Youth and Family Services Elyssa's Mission School Social Work Association of America Gateway Foundation Sumi Mukherjee, author Genesee Lake Schools Tier 1 Educational Coaching and Consulting Services Illinois Childhood Trauma Coalition Illinois Children's Mental Health Partnership Illinois National Guard Victor Inntertainment Youthlight Books IMPORTANT CONFERENCE INFORMATION_____________________ Americans with Disabilities Act: If you have ADA needs, please advise Cindy Kearney (847-658-8223) before October 1th. IASSW is committed to making the conference fully accessible and beneficial to all. Auction: What? You were only scratching your nose? Didn’t know you just bid on a great wine package?! Whether you are a novice or an experienced bidder, the IASSW annual auction is exciting and fun for everyone! Come join us and bid on everything from books to appliances, and bottles of wine to hotel packages! Once you join the fun you’ll never miss another year! Bring your checkbooks and be prepared to bid, laugh and have an evening of fun!! All proceeds from the action this year will benefit the IASSW PAC. Awards: Each year the Illinois Association of School Social Workers chooses to honor a Citizen, a School Social Worker and a Legislator of the Year. Persons from each of these categories have been chosen to be recognized for their unique contributions in their advocacy for children. Books and Resources; Many suppliers will be at the conference with school social workers in mind! Bring your checkbook and add resources to your collection. Credit Cards again will be accepted at the membership store and at many exhibiting tables. Continuing Education: IASSW is a provider of CEU’s and CPDU’s. IASSW CEU certification number is 159000141. There are up to 16 CEU hours available at the conference this year. More information can be found in the packet you’ll receive at registration. Continental Breakfast: A light continental breakfast is provided on Thursday and Friday mornings from 7:15 to 8:00am. We kindly inform you that breakfast ends at 8:00 so that everyone can make it on-time to the 8:15 morning sessions. Dee Yeck School Social Work Award: The Dee Yeck Award is given to a second year graduate student exhibiting both a high potential to be a quality School Social Work professional and have financial need. The awardee will be chosen in a random drawing from the list of second year school social work students attending the annual IASSW conference. Geraldine Tosby Award: Conference reimbursement scholarships will be presented to two randomly selected interns who are IASSW members and are registered for the full conference. See the surprise on their faces at the Business Luncheon on Friday. IASSW is a Green Conference: In an effort to save trees and waste, handouts will be available to all participants prior to attending the conference via the IASSW web page. Please feel free to download any material that you feel you will need during the conference. Bring materials to take notes! Membership: If you are not currently a member of IASSW, now is the time to join! Members, students, and retired persons receive a reduced conference rate. Fill out the membership form within the brochure and include your dues with your conference fees. NOTE: The Friday Lunch is a members-only business lunch. Member Store: Various school social work items will be available for purchase at the member store! Stop by and see the latest fashions and fun items. Credit cards will be accepted for your convenience. 28 _____________________________________________________________ Moderators and Volunteers: The conference committee consists of volunteers who work year-round to make our conference a success. We need help to bring this great conference to you each year. Volunteers are needed to help at the registration table and to moderate workshop sessions. If you are willing to donate your time, please contact Sonya Perez at sonyalynnperez@gmail. com. Moderators have the important job of introducing the speakers with a pre-written script, making announcements, collecting CEU and CPDU forms and assuring that pre-registered guests have priority seating. Please circle your workshop choice on the registration form if you are willing to moderate any sessions. Past Presidents’ Project- Mini-Grant Awards: Mini-grant winners will be presented at the business luncheon on Friday. Find out who the recipients are and be inspired to apply for your own grant! Parking: Parking at the Sheraton Lisle-Chicago Hotel and Executive Meeting Center is free. Photographs Taken: Photographs will be taken throughout the Conference for use in upcoming IASSW publications. If you prefer that your picture not be taken, please make sure to stop by the registration table or speak with an IASSW Board Member to share your preference. Refund Policy: All cancellations MUST be in writing. Written requests postmarked before October 1, 2014 will be refunded, less 25% administrative fee. There will be NO refunds after October 1, 2014. Substitutions are always welcome. To expedite registration, please fax in substitutions to Cindy Kearney in advance at 847-658-8223. If unable to phone in, the substitute should check in at registration under the name of the person for whom they are attending. Stay connected with IASSW: Please make sure IASSW has your e-mail address! IASSW has gone green therefore all communication including conference brochure and materials are only on line! Your e-mail will only be used to communicate official IASSW business. Workshop Proposals See our website for the latest user-friendly version of our 2015 workshop proposal, www.iassw.org . It’s never too early to plan on presenting! Please contact IASSW before March 2015 if you are interested in presenting. 29 SAVE THE DATE!______________________________________________ The 45th Annual IASSW Conference will be held on October 22-23, 2015 The conference will be held at the Marriott in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Have you ever thought about presenting at the IASSW conference? Have an idea you want to share? Please consider sharing your expertise with fellow School Social Workers! Remember presentation proposals may be submitted year round at our website. Let us hear from you! Moderators and Volunteers The conference committee consists of volunteers who work year-round to make our conference a success. We need help to bring this great conference to you each year. Volunteers are needed to help at the registration table and to moderate workshop sessions. If you are willing to donate your time, please contact Sonya Perez at [email protected] _____________________________________________________________ GET CONNECTED! Great things are happening through IASSW! Check out our new and improved IASSW website www.iassw.org Check out the IASSW Facebook page! This is a great way to stay connected throughout the year! 30 CONTACT IASSW PO Box 634 Algonquin, IL 60102-0634 Fax: (847) 658-8223 [email protected] _____________________________________________________________ Sheraton Lisle-Chicago Hotel and Executive Meeting Center 3000 Warrenville Road Lisle, Illinois 60532 630-505-1000 or 1-877-999-3223 Please visit the hotel’s website for directions: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=4011&language=e n_US&localeCode=en_US Conference Room Rate is $99.00 Registration Deadline is September 14, 2014 to receive reduced rate. Mention IASSW when you book your room. REMEMBER TO CHECK THE LINE! 31
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