It’s not too late to register!!!! Discount lodging rates still available…see below.
13th National Symposium on Juvenile Services

[www.npjs.org]

***San Antonio, Texas***

October 14 – 17, 2007

Conference Training:
13th National Symposium training, focus groups and policy discussions will be led by nationally recognized individuals at the federal, state, local, organizational and private sector level(s). Workshop training will address topics related to:

Workshops will vary in length and participants may select presentations from any of the above topics. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network and share ideas with other professionals that work with “at-risk” youth and families.

Conference Features:
Pre-Conference Training
Opening Ceremony/Reception
Exhibit Showcase
Plenary Session
Workshop Sessions
Symposium Luncheon
National Recognized Speakers

Workshop Sessions:

Leading Up, Down, and All Around
Teaching and Learning
Mind Mapping: Tools for Exceptional Presentations
Navigating the Journey into Adulthood within a Youth-in-Transition Program
Effective Communication
Juvenile Rights
Facility Transition from Correctional to Secure Residential
The REALITY of Juvenile Mental Health/Psychotropic, Illicit Drugs, and Youth
Implementing Cognitive Behavioral Programs
Building a Smart Education System in Juvenile Confinement Facilities
Managing Mentally Ill Youth
Leadership
Promoting Mental Health in the Classroom
Helping Each Other Overcome the Trials & Tribulations of E-Learning
Tele-Psychiatry in Juvenile Detention Bringing Mental Health Services to Remote Locations
Motivational Interviewing: A Powerful Tool for Juvenile Justice/Youth Care Staff
Troubled Times: A Look at State Issues & Solutions
Safety and Security
Behavior Observation & Recording
Behavior Management in the Classroom
Make Your Facility Safe from Suicide
Behavior Management
Suicide Prevention
Institutional Culture in Detention Education
Substance Abuse Services
Plus Many More. . .


Location:
All Symposium meetings, sessions and events will be held at the Sheraton Gunter Hotel * 205 E. Houston Street * San Antonio, Texas 78205.

Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the Sheraton Gunter hotel places you in the middle of all that is San Antonio. Take in a show at the Majestic Theater or stroll down the world-famous Riverwalk, both are just across the street.

A discount lodging rate of $129.00 (plus tax) per night is available for Symposium attendees. Note…a limited number of rooms are still available at the $129 rate. You must contact the NPJS Executive Office (859-622-6259) to make your reservation and qualify for the discount rate.

For additional information on the Sheraton Gunter Hotel, click the following link:
[www.starwoodhotels.com]

Registration Rates:

NPJS Member - $220
Non-Member - $245

Texas Resident - $175

Questions or Additional Information:
Click the following link for additional information: [www.npjs.org]

P: 859-622-6259
E: npjs@eku.edu

BJ Berquist
JUV SIG Chair