A continuing education event focusing on providing tools to youth for peaceful problem solving skills using two proven curriculums:

"Stop, think, & Try a Better Way" The Kelso's Choice curriculum &
"Steps to Respect", The bullying prevention program.

When: Friday, October 1, 9am to 4pm
Location: Ruby's Inn & Convention Center, Missoula
Cost: $40 for one workshop / $65 for both & includes lunch
*Continuing Education Credits are available
Check-in: 8:30am to 9am

To register or for more information
please email jaime@familiesfirstmontana.org or call 406.721.7690.
Download a registration form here.

Families First is proud to bring you "Raising Peacemakers". A continuing education workshop focusing on the two proven curriculums that provide youth with skills to problem solve. All parents, teachers, counselors, and child professionals who work with children ages k-12 will want to attend this workshop. This workshop will be comprised of two sessions, each worth 3 CEU's. The descriptions are listed below:


"Stop, Think, & Try a Better Way"
Using the Kelso's Choice Curriculum to Resolve Conflict
Presented by co-creator: Diane Hipp, C.P.S.
9am-12pm
3 CEU's

What is Kelso's Choice?
Kelso’s Choice Conflict Management for Children is a powerful and timely tool to build a vital life skill for the young people in today’s world. The program philosophy is simple: each child is
smart enough and strong enough to resolve conflict.

Kelso’s Choice empowers children to use the skills of conflict management in school, in the
community and at home. The curriculum is easily adapted to a variety of settings: school-wide,
classrooms, small groups and individual counseling.
For more information about Kelso's Choice please visit: www.kelsoschoice.net

"Steps to Respect"
A Bullying Program Prevention Program
Presented by : Amy Foster Wolferman, M. Ed & Marcy Otten, M. Ed
1pm-4pm
3 CEU's

What is "Steps to Respect"?
The research-based "STEPS TO RESPECT" program teaches elementary students to recognize, refuse, and report bullying, be assertive, and build friendships. In fact, a recent study found that the program led to a 31 percent decline in bullying and a 70 percent cut in destructive bystander behavior.

STEPS TO RESPECT lessons can help kids feel safe and supported by the adults around them so that they can build stronger bonds to school and focus on academic achievement. And the program supports your staff too, with school wide policies and training. Now everyone can work together to build a safe environment free from bullying.

To register or for more information please email jaime@familiesfirstmontana.org
or call 406.721.7690.