19th Annual Reclaiming Youth Conference
Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, Rapid City, South Dakota
June 23-26, 2012 (Conference starts at 2:00 on June 23rd)
Reclaiming Youth International hosts Martin Brokenleg, Steve Van Bockern and Mark Freado invite you to recharge your spirits in the inspirational setting of the Black Hills of South Dakota.
The Reclaiming Youth Conference offers practical skills for success with our most challenging children and youth. Presentations will tackle the difficult issues of youth violence, classroom discipline, racism, substance abuse, families in crisis and development of support systems.
The conference is grounded in resilience research showing that inner strengths and external supports are essential for positive youth development. Dozens of sessions will explore timely topics like the following:
- Creating Positive Peer Cultures
- Connecting with Kids in Conflict
- Fostering Resilience
- Trauma
- Effective Leadership & Supervision
- Positive Behavior Support Systems
- Positive Assessment Tools
- Understanding the Brain and Adolescent Behavior
- Respectful Discipline
- Building Safe and Reclaiming Schools
- Nurturing Cultural and Spiritual Roots
- Juvenile Justice Reform
- Social and Emotional Intelligence
* A separate ½-day Circle of Courage workshop will also be offered on the morning of June 23, 2012 (separate registration fee is required). The Circle of Courage® Model workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the Circle of Courage philosophy in an intimate setting with the founders Dr. Larry Brendtro, Dr. Martin Brokenleg and Dr. Steve Van Bockern.
Optional College Credit
Undergraduate or graduate workshop college credit in either Psychology or Special Education is available. Registration forms will be available at the conference and the course syllabus can be accessed online. Payment for college credit is made at the conference (do not include with your conference registration). CEUs may be offered in Social Work and Counseling.
Conference Site and Accommodations
Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn (505 N. 5th Street, Rapid City, South Dakota) Phone #605-348-4000
$106 + tax Single/Double Occupancy Code: RYI www.rushmoreplaza.com
The Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn is conveniently located in downtown Rapid City and has an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, exercise room, lounge and restaurant.
Note: Room rates cannot be guaranteed after May 25, 2012. Please make your reservations early.
Alternate lodging options:
Howard Johnson Hotel Phone #605-737-4656 (1 block away)
Radisson Hotel Phone #605-348-8300 (2 blocks away)
Alex Johnson Hotel Phone #605-342-1210 (4 blocks away; historic hotel)
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ravel Arrangements:
Participants are responsible for their own transportation.
Rapid City is located in western South Dakota on Interstate 90. When traveling on I-90, take the Haines Avenue Exit (#58). Travel south on Haines Avenue (Haines Avenue becomes North 5th Street). The Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn is located adjacent to the Rushmore Civic Center at 505 North 5th Street, Rapid City, South Dakota. Phone: (605) 348-4000.
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) is serviced by several major airlines (Northwest, United, Delta, etc.) in addition to several smaller carriers. The Rapid City Regional Airport is approximately 20 minutes from the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn. Complimentary shuttle service is offered to guests staying at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, which is the conference site. There are also several car rental agencies available at the airport.
Conference Fee (includes registration fee, materials, refreshment breaks, lunches, and a banquet dinner)
Regular Fee: $495 (U.S. funds) per person
Early Bird Discount Rate: $485 per person (payment must be received by April 1, 2012)
Group Discount Rate: $475 per person (5 or more submitted together and pre-paid)
Note: We accept checks and Money Orders in US funds, VISA ,MasterCard & Discover payments.
To Register/ Contact Us:
Reclaiming Youth International, Attn: Cindy Crabtree, PO Box 57, Lennox, SD 57039
Phone: 605-647-2532 or 1-888-647-2532 Fax: 605-647-5212
E-mail: seminars@reclaiming.com
REGISTER ONLINE
