Conference Program - South Dakota Counseling Association
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Conference Program - South Dakota Counseling Association
A Message from the President Welcome to the annual SDCA conference in beautiful Spearfish! A huge “Thank you!” goes to Past President and conference chair June Reilly and the West River Chapter for all of their hard work and commitment to making this a wonderful event for all of us. This year’s theme, “Counselors…Helping Screenwriters Edit the Script of Their Lives” is a bit of a departure from the traditional themes of past SDCA conferences. It was my goal to get everyone thinking differently about the role that counselor’s play in the lives of their clients. While we work with our clients to achieve their goals, it is a process and a variety of changes take place before the final goal is realized, just like a scriptwriter goes through a variety of drafts before the movie is made from the finished product. Ironically enough, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, writer and director of movies such as Supersize Me, was the keynote speaker at the annual ACA conference in Honolulu. Mr. Spurlock’s CNN show, “Inside Man,” is now in its second season. “Inside Man” puts a person into a new life situation for 30 days. Some of his shows have focused on living the life of an illegal immigrant, living on minimum wage, and being an elderly person in American today. Mr. Spurlock showed a clip of his show, in which he lived with his own 90 year old grandmother for 30 days. She was living in her own home and openly discussed end of life issues and elder care. Unfortunately, Morgan’s grandmother passed away a few months after filming. He made the courageous decision to showcase the mourning process on the show as well. His presentation really got me thinking…How well do we really know what our clients are going through? While we try to go on the journey with them, how well do we really see things from their perspective? I love it when a presentation challenges me to examine how I am working with clients and inspires me to continue to grow and develop as a counselor. I hope that this year’s conference provides you with an opportunity to refresh yourselves and to reinvigorate your passion for the profession of counseling. I know that I love the chance to learn new techniques and listen to presenters who are in the field trying out new ideas. This is also my favorite time of year as I get to see old friends, make new ones, and spend time with those who truly understand what I go through every day. Thank you for allowing me to serve you as this year’s SDCA president. This experience has helped me to grow personally and professionally. I have been able to meet counselors from across the nation and have had the opportunity to speak up on issues that impact counselors in South Dakota, such as issues with the VA’s training programs and access granted to LPCs. In addition, I have had the privilege of working with members of the SDCA board. These volunteers give their time to SDCA and do an excellent job of representing our members. I would challenge each of you to find a way to volunteer for SDCA. Remember, we are only a strong organization if we have people continue to volunteer to assist with organizing the conference and carrying on the mission of SDCA. Enjoy the conference and THANK YOU for attending and supporting SDCA. Rebecca Christiansen, LPC, NCC 2013-2014 President of the South Dakota Counselors Association SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 1 Exhibitors A special thank you to our exhibitors for joining us at the 2014 SDCA Conference. We appreciate your support! ACT Behavior Management Systems Black Hills State University Catholic Social Services Dakota Association for College Admission Counseling (DACAC) Dakota State University DIAL Virtual School Gillette College Lake Area Technical Institute Lutheran Social Services Military Entrance Processing Mount Marty College Northern State University Northwestern University Presentation College SD Army National Guard SD After School Partnership SERV SD Sheridan College Southeast Technical Institute USD Counseling Program WestCare Wyoming Western Dakota Technical Institute SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 2 SDCA Conference Overview Wednesday April 30th 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (MT) Registration Opens 6:00 PM SDCA Board Meeting 8:00 PM SDSCA Governing Board Meeting Thursday May 1st 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Preconference Workshops 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM WRCA Invites you to Dine & Socialize in Spearfish 5:30 PM Moderator’s Meeting (‘76er Room) 6:30 PM Opening Session (Cottonwood Room) “Relating From the View of Teens” and “Relating to Those Who Are Different From Me” 9:00 PM Lights, Camera, Action: Mentors from the Movies – An Interactive Session (Aspen Room) Lights, Camera, Action: Mentors from the Movies) focuses on cinema as a therapeutic tool, a venue filled with wise narratives. The best mentors from film during the past 40 years will be edited into vignettes. Attendees will have an opportunity in small groups to discuss movie mentors and the therapeutic value of understanding mentoring through cinema. While the learning environment is to be casual, and could be described as structured networking, the topic is a therapeutic one. 9:00 PM SDCA Reception – All Conference Attendees Invited! (Cedar Room) Socialize, network, and enjoy movie treats and snacks. Entertainment will be provided. Cash bar. 9:00 PM Counselor Karoke in the Hotel Lounge Friday May 2nd Breakfast on your own 8:00-3:00 Exhibitors—Lobby 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM (Cottonwood Room) Keynote Speaker: John Sommers-Flanagan, “From Warts to Wings: Ten Top Techniques for Helping Clients Re-Write Their Life Stories” 9:40 AM to 10:30 AM Session I -Why Try -Body Language: Our Asset or Enemy -We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Helping Your Clients Through the Coming Out Process -Pursuing the Good Life: From Surviving to Thriving -K-12 Career Curriculum and Activities for School Counselors -Launch ‘Em -Conquering the Test! A Test-Anxiety Prevention Program for Small Groups SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 3 10:30 Break– Mini muffins sponsored by the SD Army National Guard (Exhibit Area) 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM Poster Presentations 11:20 AM to 1:20 PM Lunch (Included in your registration– attend either SDSCA or SDMHCA Lunchoen) 1:30 PM to 2:20 PM Session 2 -Teen Dating Violence and Sexual Assault -Lights, Camera, Gay – Somewhere Over the Rainbow -HS Prevention Presentation -Grief: A New Approach to Treatment -Barriers and Factors Influencing Persistence of First Year American Indian Students -I.E.– What?!?!?!?! Achieving Counseling Goals through the IEP Process -It’s Not All Animal House: Working With Kids in College 2:30 PM to 3:20 PM Session 3 -Religious Narratives in Counseling -The Financial Brain: Why it Responds in Ways We Regret -iAM Connected -Adult Females with ADHD – SQUIRREL!!! -What Does it Mean to Be Career Ready? -Essentials for Teaching Gifted Students -Elementary School Counseling– Embracing, Editing, Excelling -Going Beyond the Tip of the Iceberg: ACT Engage and ACT Profile 3:30 PM to 3:40 PM Break (Refreshments Sponsored by SDCA Chapters) 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM Session 4 -Ethical and Legal Considerations Related to Opening a Private Practice -Collecting Data the Fast, Easy and Efficient Way -Elementary Guidance Share Session -Engaging College Students in Sexual Violence Prevention -The Counselor’s Role in CTE -Change or Die -After the FAFSA -Training Memory: Understanding Long-Term Potentiation - Anti-Bullying Program from the SD Army National Guard SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 4 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM Chapter Meetings 6:30 PM President’s Reception followed by banquet Silent/Live Auction to benefit the SDCA Graduate Student Fund “Minute to Win-It”- for all conference participants – sponsored by SDSCA Saturday May 3rd 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM Continental Breakfast Sponsored by the Spearfish Holiday Inn & Convention Center ***Participants can either attend Session 5 (3 Hour Session) or Session 6 & 7 (90 Minute Sessions)*** 8:30 AM-11:40 AM Session 5 (3 Hour Session) -Transitioning from DSM-IV to DSM V OR 90 minutes sessions during Sessions 6 and 7 8:30 AM-10:00 AM Session 6 -Take Your Graduate Student to the Movies: Using Feature Films to Teach Counseling Concepts -Self-Preservation: Don’t Just Survive as a Counselor…Thrive Amongst the Chaos!!! -Relaxation: Preparing Yourself for the Performance 10:10 AM -11:40 AM Session 7 -Facets and Faces of Transgender Issues -Supervision Organization, Structure, and Ethics -“Singled Out” Reducing Bullying in Schools: A Support Group Approach SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 5 Thursday Preconference Workshops LIGHTEN UP FOR GOOD: Beat stress. Boost well-being. Better your life. Sponsored by SD School Counselor Association Presenter: Roslyn Franken Thursday, May 1, 2014 - 1-4 pm - Willow Room In our fast-paced and ever-changing world, we can easily lose focus on the things that are most important and meaningful like our health, relationships and overall sense of well-being and self-worth. In this empowering and uplifting interactive workshop you’ll discover powerful insights, practical solutions and positive inspiration on how to reduce stress, re-claim your life balance, renew your health and rejuvenate your spirit in the face of change, challenge and adversity. It’s about realizing your fullest potential and living your best life, and helping others do the same. Lakota Circles of Hope – Innovative, Culturally Specific Prevention Programming Sponsored by SD Indian Counselor Association Thursday, May 1, 2014 from 1 – 4 p.m.– Aspen Room Presenters: Jim Kinyon, Rapid City Catholic Social Services Executive Director; Joanne Beare, Rapid City Catholic Social Services, LCP Program Director; TJ McCauley-LCH Prevention Coordinator Lakota Circles of Hope (LCH) is an innovative culturally specific prevention curriculum that teaches students how to use their culture to deal more effectively with risky behaviors such as drugs, alcohol, tobacco usage, bullying, and suicide. The curriculum is intended to foster a positive Lakota identity and enhance students' understanding of Lakota culture. The presentation will center on the Lakota Circles of Hope Program. Presenters will also discuss their program evaluation data, compiled since 2008. Part of the presentation will focus on the concept "We are all related" which deals with Lakota Culture. The workshop will end with a LCH activity. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 6 TOUGH KIDS—COOL COUNSLEING Sponsored by: SD Mental Health Counselor Association Presenter: John Sommers-Flanagan May 1, 2014: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ‘76er Room Lunch: On your own Counseling with children and adolescents can be immensely frustrating or splendidly gratifying. The truth of this statement is so obvious that the supportive reference, at least according to many adolescents is, “Duh!” In this workshop participants will sharpen their counseling skills by viewing and discussing video clips from actual sessions and participating in live demonstrations. Over 20 specific cognitive, emotional, and constructive counseling techniques will be illustrated and/or demonstrated. Examples include acknowledging reality, informal assessment, the affect bridge, therapist spontaneity, early interpretations, asset flooding, externalizing language, and more. Countertransference, suicide assessment and intervention, challenging parents, and multicultural issues also will be highlighted. Speaker Bio: John Sommers-Flanagan is a professor of counselor education at the University of Montana. He is also a mental health consultant with Trapper Creek Job Corps. Along with his wife Rita, he is the author of Tough Kids, Cool Counseling (ACA, 2007), Counseling and Psychotherapy Theories in Context and Practice (John Wiley & Sons, 2012), and seven other books. In his wild and precious spare time, John loves to run (slowly), dance (poorly), laugh (at himself) and produce home-made family music videos. Dr. Sommers-Flanagan will have a limited number of his books for sale during the preconference and after the Friday keynote. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 7 SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 8 4:30 PM– 6:00 PM WRCA Invitation to Dine & Socialize in Spearfish Join a WRCA member or two for dinner and a social/networking time at a local restaurant. Sign up by 4:15 Thursday afternoon at the Registration Table. "Relating From the View of Teens" Presented by the Sturgis Brown High School Youth Leadership Team May 1, 2014 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM – Cottonwood Room Being a teenager in today's society is much different than it was in previous generations. The Sturgis Brown High School (SBHS) Youth Leadership Team members will demonstrate and discuss some of the current issues and trends impacting teens today. They will focus primarily on relational aggression, cyber-bullying, and bullying prevention. Their presentation will prove to be an educational view from the perspective of teens. The Youth Leadership Team at SBHS is a youth-led adult-driven organization with community support. There are approximately 40 members in this group and the focus is prevention and intervention of current teen issues that affect students socially and academically. The students are led by Dadra Avery, Shelly Lammers, and Pam Anderson. Dadra and Shelly are school counselors at SBHS. (1 contact hour) “Relating to Those Who Are Different From Me” Presented by Dr. Stephen Saiz May 1, 2014 7:45 PM-8:45 PM – Cottonwood Room Effectively relating to someone who is different from me requires that I understand them within the context that they live their lives. This presentation will explore how I understand myself, and will help me understand and overcome 'privilege'. After a 20 year career as a primary school teacher and school counselor Dr. Saiz returned to school in 1996 for his doctorate in Counselor Education at USD. While at USD he was twice awarded the Crazy Horse Scholarship and was recognized as 1999's Outstanding Doctoral Student of the Counseling and School Psychology Department. Dr. Saiz then took a position in the Counselor Education Department of SUNY Plattsburgh, New York, and served as Chairperson of that department from 2006 to his retirement from SUNY in 2012. While at SUNY Plattsburgh, Dr. Saiz received the Dean of Professional Studies teaching award in 2004 and the SUNY wide Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2009. Upon leaving SUNY Dr. Saiz returned with his family to the Rapid City area, near the Pine Ridge Reservation where he began his teaching career in 1976. (1 contact hour) “Lights, Camera, Action: Mentors from the Movies" - an Interactive Session Presented by Keley Smith-Keller, Ed.D., LPC May 1, 2014 9:00 PM-10:00 PM – Spruce Room A fun interactive session for counselors who want to explore therapeutic wisdom from cinema. This session will focus on cinema as a therapeutic tool, as a venue filled with wise narratives. The best mentors from film during the past 40 years will be edited into vignettes. This is a participatory group session as attendees will be placed into small groups and will be provided questions to guide the discussion about movie mentors. (1 contact hour) SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 9 Content Sessions Friday May 2, 2014 8:00 AM— 9:30 AM Keynote Speaker—John Sommers-Flanagan, Ph.D. “From Warts to Wings: Ten Top Techniques for Helping Clients Re-Write Their Life Stories”- Cottonwood Room Clients nearly always come to counseling with stories to tell about themselves. These stories are often laced with themes of pain and suffering, and although they are usually about the past, they can deeply influence how clients live in the present and future. In this keynote, John SommersFlanagan will describe 10 powerful principles and techniques for helping clients re-write their life stories. These techniques are practical and you will learn how you can implement them with your clients (and yourself) immediately. 9:40 AM – 10:30 AM Session 1—Content Sessions Why Try? Christian Moore, MSW, LCSW - ‘76 Room How do you engage the most difficult youth? This session will provide 10 strategies to create relationships, grab attention, and build resiliency in students in K-12 schools worldwide. Learn to speak the language of today’s youth using relevant multimedia, physical activities, and visual metaphors. Body Language: Our Asset or Enemy Dave Jetson, MS, LPC-MH – Swarm Room Research has demonstrated that over 80% of all communication is non-verbal. This presentations will be filled with live demonstrations that will explore what the body has to say and why. Participants will have a deeper appreciation and awareness of themselves and the body language others share all the time and will help gain clarity in what will be most helpful and effective in working with the clients, their needs, and emotional limitations. We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Helping Your Clients Through the Coming Out Process Joel Filmore, NCC, CDCT, LCPC (IL) and Craig Bixler, NSU Graduate Student – Canyon Room Challenges to the “Coming Out” process, for LGBT clients and/or students, can include fear of rejection, isolation, as well as physical, sexual, and psychological abuse/damage. Research shows that LGBT youth are 3-4 times more likely to commit suicide than their heterosexual counterpoints and are more likely to be sexually abused. This presentation will provide helping professionals with the tools necessary to begin the process of becoming more multiculturally competent when working with sexual minorities. Pursuing the Good Life: From Surviving to Thriving Mark Britzman, Ed.D., LP, NCC, CCMHC, RTC – Willow Room This presentation introduces recent research and practical ramifications in the area of counseling and psychology related to ingredients that have been found to facilitate greater feelings of happiness and sustained joy in a very busy world regardless of age. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 10 K-12 Career Curriculum and Activities for School Counselors Andrea Diehm, MA, NCC – Aspen Room Stop spending countless hours searching for career activities! Leave this session with practical activity ideas, lesson plans, and valuable web resources to use in the classroom. Launch ‘Em Amber Groh, Samantha Olsen, Jessica Schmit, Jonathan Schreiner, Whitney Wanderscheid and Emma Nelsen, USD Graduate Students – Spruce Room As a school counselor, you need to be highly prepared to help kids launch into the “real world.” Whether their next step after high school is a technical school, college, program, or working, all students need to be prepared to transition into living on their own. We want to get students walking in the right direction on the road to independence. Conquering the Test! A Test-Anxiety Prevention Program for Small Groups Lara Langelett – Cedar Room “Conquering the Test!” is a small psychoeducational group designed for students to experience new skills, techniques, and strategies regarding test anxiety. This presentation will highlight evidence-based research for anxiety among students; provide assessment tools and strategies, and practical help for students facing high stakes testing. 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM Poster presentations – Located in the Lobby Coffee and mini muffins sponsored by the SD Army National Guard 10:30 AM—SDACES Meeting — Canyon Room 11:20 AM – 1:20 PM Luncheons (Attend either the SDMHCA – Oak Room - or SDSCA – Cottonwood Room) 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM Session 2—CONTENT SESSIONS Teen Dating Violence and Sexual Assault Kelly Forrest - ‘76 Room Resources available to high schools in South Dakota to address teen dating violence will be discussed through a cooperative arrangement between the South Dakota Department of Health, Northern State University, and the South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault. Lights, Camera, Gay – Somewhere Over the Rainbow Craig Bixler, NSU Graduate Student and Joel Filmore, NCC, CDCT, LCPC (IL) - Swarm Room LGBT individuals have long been under represented and stereotypically showcased in mainstream media and/or advertisements. As counselors, we need to be aware of the portrayal and images being projected onto this population and how we can best assist them in developing a healthy view of self. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 11 SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 12 HS Prevention Presentation Tim McGowan, MA and Jenny Griffin, MA – Canyon Room Keep your students engaged and owning the choices they make in this successful experiential learning program. Students are presented with scenarios and facts about drinking, cutting, body image, suicide, dating, friendships and everyday life, and corresponding activities facilitate students’ reflection of their choices. Feedback loops are developed between students and adults, further challenging students to evaluate content presented. Grief: A New Approach to Treatment Cristi Habermann, MA, LPC, CCDCII – Willow Room When treating grief Elizabeth Kibbler-Ross’s stages of grief is the theory of choice. The application is more difficult in a clinical setting. New treatment theories and interventions are available increasing client satisfaction and better outcome. Barriers and Factors Influencing Persistence of First Year American Indian Students Urla Marcus, Ed.D – Aspen Room BHSU’s American Indian Bridge Program immerses freshman in a rigorous academic life, while helping them formulate an effective plan for academic, social, and cultural success their first year. These freshmen are interviewed to gain insight on the barriers that emerged and factors that led to persistence during their first year. I.E.- What?!?!?!?! Achieving Counseling Goals through the IEP process Rebecca Christiansen, LPC, NCC – Spruce Room This presentation helps to educate counselors on the ins and outs of the IEP process as well as assists them in being an active part of the IEP team. This presentation will provide insight in how to work on social, career, and academic achievement while following the IEP recommendations. In addition, we will discuss IEP terminology ad the best way to advocate for those students we serve. It’s Not All Animal House: Working With Kids in College Rachael Anderson, MA, Ph.D. Candidate – Cedar Room This presentation is to help all counselors better understand the changing climate of mental health on campuses across the country. The role of student services on campuses, as well as the variety of accommodations and assistance available can be diverse and confusing. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 13 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Session 3 Religious Narratives in Counseling Jessica Hubner - ‘76 Room This program will highlight the historical influences of religious and spiritual practice on counseling, interact with how to utilize religious themes and texts in a therapeutic relationship, and identify barriers and professional and ethical concerns of the use of religious themes and narratives in counseling. The Financial Brain: Why it Responds in Ways We Regret Dave Jetson, MS, LPC-MH – Swarm Room Much brain research is occurring that is attempting to create an explanation for patterns and responses that people have in life. The research I am proposing to present is how the brain processes financial decisions. I will explain what function each part of the brain plays in creating financial decisions as well as a course of action to help create more successful financial outcomes. iAM Connected Ashley Seeklander, M.S.Ed – Canyon Room An iPad is a great resource for school counselors to be connected and to connect with your students. In today’s world of iPads, iPods, and iPhones, school counselors need to be able to say I am connected. This session will provide examples of iPad aps that can be used in the classroom, with individual students, and much more. Adult Females with ADHD – SQUIRREL!!! Patsy Fox, EdD LPC-MH, LMFT, QMHP and Joy Anderson, MA, NCC, LPC, QMHP and Jeanne Chamness, MA – Willow Room You are with a client in the middle of a sentence. Suddenly, she hears a car go by and she’s gone. Her attention is no longer with you. She may have ADHD, predominantly Inattentive Presentation. Learn how to identify women with this disorder. What Does it Mean to Be Career Ready? Alyssa Krogrstrand and Mike Rickert , SD Department of Education – Aspen Room What does it mean to be career ready in addition to college ready? National Career Readiness Certificate is an indicator for all students regardless of plans after high school. Come learn about the implementation of the newest component of the SD Dept. of Ed College/ Career Readiness indicator system. Anti-Bullying Jared Richter, Master Sergeant with the SD National Guard—Spruce Room This anti-bullying presentation was developed by a team of researchers from Harvard University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. With statistics of 60-67% of students in grades 10-12 reporting that bullying is a problem in their school and/or that they have witnessed bullying, 84-85% of the students who heard the presentation said they received useful strategies and ideas for what to do when they are bullied, or if they witness bullying. This presentation will show what the curriculum can offer high school students in your school. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 14 Essentials for Teaching Gifted Students Toril Sanford – Lucky Room One essential aspect of counseling is recognizing client’s individual differences, whether it is cultural, intellectual, or development. Within this presentation, attendees will learn the importance of differentiated education for gifted students and important techniques for dealing with this population in the classroom and as clients. Embracing, Editing, Excelling Kristen Konechne, Ashley Werning, and Janel Magnus: Elementary School Counseling Cedar Room In this share session , we will present on the most important aspect of elementary counseling, Embracing our students as individuals! We will then share how we Edit their lives with some of our favorite ideas for classroom guidance and how each of these ideas helps our students to Excel in the personal/social, academic, and career aspects of their lives! Going Beyond the Tip of the Iceberg: ACT Engage and ACT Profile Lisa Wolf, MS. Ed. – Oak Room Just like icebergs, there is so much under the surface of a student that we don’t know about. This session will describe two tools that can help you discover more about your student. ACT Engage is a tool for educators at all levels, grades 6 to college, to improve graduation rates and directly reach students whose personal challenges go unreported in standardized academic tests. ACT Profile is a free online tool that offers students the powerful, personalized insights they need to make smarter decisions about their next steps after high school. 3:30 PM– 3:40 PM Break 3:45 PM– 4:45 PM Session 4 Ethical and Legal Considerations Related to Opening a Private Practice Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS, Alex Halbach, JD, MBA, and Erin Stolsmark, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, LAC, QMHP - ‘76 Room If you are an LPC, you may have entertained the idea of opening a private practice but aren’t really sure where to start. This session will focus on some of the ethical and legal considerations to opening a private practice insuring that you not only provide high quality services for your clients but that you safeguard yourself in the process. Collecting Data the Fast, Easy and Efficient Way Amy Cook and Lara Langelett – Swarm Room With data collection, professional school counselor can advocate for students, specific programs, and the need for a counselor. This presentation will discuss aspects of data collection, develop surveys using cell phone polling, and provide the audience with resources for individual, group, and classroom guidance counseling. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 15 SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 16 Elementary Guidance Share Session Jeff Heavlin, MA NCC – Canyon Room Elementary level counselors are invited to bring their favorite guidance lessons to share with the group. Topics include (but not limited to): career exploration, conflict resolution, social skills, and communication. An opportunity to learn from other dedicated professional school counselors. Engaging College Students in Sexual Violence Prevention Karla Jager and Alleece Jung, CDCT – Willow Room Northern State has created a multifaceted marketing campaign in an effort to create an environment that educates and trains students on the subject of sexual and domestic violence and which supports survivors. See what you can implement on your campus or within your own agency. The Counselor’s Role in CTE Alyssa Krogstrand and Erin Larsen – Aspen Room Come see the School Counselor’s role and how your impact is so important on the CTE programs. The presenters will be sharing and discussing the new regional model the Dept. of Ed is using for CTE programs. Change or Die Kier Murphy MS – Spruce Room Change is necessary for clients to achieve success and yet old habits can get in the way. This session will review the book “Change or Die” by Alan Deutschman and address the common roadblocks and the keys that can help counselors assist change. After the FAFSA Jessica Bivens – Cedar Room Hitting the submit button for the FAFSA is just the beginning for college bound students. In this session you will learn what they can expect next from corrections to verification and award letters. Training Memory: Understanding Long-Term Potential Paul Davies, USD Graduate Student —Oak Room Long-Term Potentiation (LTP) has become a widely studied phenomenon among neuroscientists. LTP is an enhancement in signal transmission between two neurons when they are stimulated synchronously. This is believed to be a major underlier of learning and memory. The process of LTP involves a physical change in synaptic strength through an increase in receptor sites in the post-synaptic neuron. This increase may cause the brain to undergo certain mental processes faster and recall past events in a given manner. The implications of LTP may have effects on many mental health issues such as PTSD and OCD. Understanding this phenomenon could help us comprehend patterns of human behavior. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 17 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM Chapter Meetings Central—’76 Room Interlakes—Canyon Room North Central—Aspen Room Sioux—Not Meeting 6:30 PM Cornbelt—Swarm Room Lewis & Clark—Willow Room Palace-Pheasant—Spruce Room West River—-Cottonwood Room President’s Reception followed by banquet – Cottonwood Room Silent/Live Auction to benefit the SDCA Graduate Student Fund “Minute to Win-It”- for all conference participants – Sponsored by SDSCA Saturday May 3rd: 8:00 AM– 8:30 AM “Mini-muffins & Coffee” Sponsored by the Spearfish Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center ***Participants can either attend Session 5 or Session 6 and 7*** Session 5 3 Hour Session 8:30 AM – 11:40 AM Transitioning from DSM-IV to DSM V Kristin Bruns, MA, NCC, PC and Alyssa Boscaljon – Cedar Room This presentation will cover: an overall description of changes pertaining to the chapter organization in DSM-V; changes within specific diagnoses; diagnoses added to DSM-V, diagnoses no longer in the DSM-V, removal of the multiaxial system, and an introduction to the dimensional assessments included with DSM-V. OR 90 minute sessions 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM Session 6 Take Your Graduate Student to the Movies: Using Feature Films to Teach Counseling Concepts Ruth Harper, Ph.D., NCC and Jessica Lewis, MS, NCC — Willow Room Films can be powerful pedagogical tools to dramatically illustrate important concepts in counseling and human development. This interactive session shares an overview of relevant literature, examples of assignments that draw on feature films, and actual clips that effectively help students address complex issues. Self-Preservation: Don’t Just Survive as a Counselor…Thrive Amongst the Chaos!!! Jeff Jones – Aspen Room Do you feel like the “peace maker” for the students and ADULTS in your building!?! No worries…you can thrive in the most chaotic cultures! Jeff’s presentation is inspiring and entertaining as he includes live performances of his original music. In the words of a past audience member, “I’ve been waiting to hear that message for twenty seven years!” SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 18 Relaxation: Preparing Yourself for the Performance Christine Summering, USD Graduate Student, Reiki Master Teacher – Spruce Room Meditation and Reiki, a Japanese energy therapy, have been used for hundreds of years to balance the body and reduce stress. This session will explore application within group therapy settings, as well as individual counseling. 5 meditation techniques will be taught through interactive application and participants will be entered into a drawing for a FREE 15 minute Reiki session. Prepare your mind for the performance of your life by taking the time to relax. 10:10 AM– 11:40 AM Session 7 Facets and Faces of Transgender Issues Terri Carlson – Willow Room Participants will get a glimpse into the lives of transgender and gender diverse people and their families in order to expand understanding and dispel misinformation and stereotypes. This workshop will serve as a resource for those working directly with families and transgendered individuals. Supervision Organization, Structure, and Ethics* Stacy Solsaa, MS, NCC, NCSC, LPC-MH, QMHP, Kyle Wockenfuss and Tracie Erdman USD Ph.D. Candidates – Aspen Room This presentation will focus on providing supervision in an organized, structured, and ethical manor. Learn how to provide impactful supervision for interns and supervisees. Everything from organizing your supervision to what supervisors are ethically responsible for will be covered during this session. Great for school and mental health counselors. *(Meets requirements for LPC/LPC-MH Ethics Renewal) “Singled Out” Reducing Bullying in Schools: A Support Group Approach Sandra Diedrich, MS, NCC, LPC, LPC-MH, QMHP and Carleen Bryant, MS, NCC, LPC, LPC-MH, QMHP – Spruce Room Research and outcomes validate the Support Group Approach (SGA) to bullying with the use of Solution Focused Brief Therapy as an effective strategy to support children vulnerable to bullying. SGA uses a “victims” own perception of the “bystanders” and “friends” to make up a support group. Stay Connected with SDCA Like SDCA on Facebook Visit us online at: www.sdcounseling.org SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 19 POSTER PRESENTATIONS Friday—10:30-11:15 Lobby Toy Story: Using Play Therapy in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Graduate Student Presenters: Laura Brudvig, Veronica Olson, & Ember Rohde University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS Relaxation: Preparing Your Mind for the Performance Graduate Student Presenters: Chrissy Summering & Meighan Robbins University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS Canine Counseling Graduate Student Presenters: Nicholas Breuer & Molly Martin University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS Global Counseling: Diversity Around the World Graduate Student Presenter: David Elliott University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS Finding your Theoretical Tree in a Professional Forest Graduate Presenters: Nicola Obeney & Aaron Aldrich University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS Postmodernism: Ideas and Implications in Counseling Graduate Student Presenter: Joey Appley University: University of South Dakota Research/Academic Advisor: Dr. Kelly Duncan, Ph.D., NCC, LPC, ACS SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 20 SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 21 PAST SDCA AWARD RECIPIENTS MARVIN KEMP AWARD This is considered SDCA’s Highest Award 2013 Andree Johnson 1986 Erna Taylor 2012 John Hegg 1985 Bill Smith 2011 Lisa Adler 1984 Leonard Colombe 2009 Kathy Miller 1983 John Cornette 2008 Mark Britzman 1982 James Pederson 2007 Jean Lakner 1981 Don Kennedy 2006 Clark Perkins 1980 Bill Hauck 2005 Jill Schoen 1979 Joan Hull 2004 Debra Johnson 1978 Janet Shelver 2003 David Johnson 1977 Al Lindstrom 2002 Geri Konnenkamp 1976 Lorraine Holscher 2001 Jean Hurlbert 1975 John McIntyre 2000 Jan Jirouch 1974 Orville Schmieding 1999 Joan England 1973 Pauline Sherer 1998 Sharon Colombe 1972 Walter Flannery 1997 Evelyn Vitale 1971 Mary Lark 1996 Mavis Booze 1970 Jerry Mayer 1995 Chris Christensen 1969 E. Gordon Poling 1994 Don Mattson 1968 Merrill Sly 1993 Linda Allen 1967 Van Johnson 1992 Terry Crandall 1966 E. L. Whitemore 1991 Jessie Finch 1965 Lowell Bell 1990 Howard Smith 1964 Robert O’Hare 1989 Howard Peterson 1963 Donna Brown 1988 Carla Claymore 1962 C. R. Beck 1987 Tom May 1961 L. R. Palmerton SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 22 MAVIS BOOZE E. GORDON POLING ADMINSITRATOR AWARD MENTORING AWARD 2013 Kurt Turbak 2013 Woody Schrenk 2012 Stacy Solsaa 2012 Mark Britzman 2011 Duane Kavanaugh 2011 JC Chambers 2010 Tami Ambroson 2010 Mark Hedges 2009 Jill Stephenson 2008 James Korcuska 2008 Chris and Hande Briddick 2007 Kelly Duncan 2007 Andree Johnson 2006 Jay Trenhaile 2006 Jay Trenhaile 2005 Howard Smith 2005 John Hegg 2004 Grace Mims & Jill Schoen 2003 Carla Claymore 2002 Frank Main 2001 Nancy Kennedy 2000 Ruth Johnson 1999 Bill Smith 2004 Roy Conrad 2003 Belle Fourche Administration 2002 David Fiedler 2001 Ruth Johnson 2000 Jan Nicolay 1999 Shelly Boughner 1998 Mel Schrader C. J. PETERSON, JR. 1997 Darrell Jensen MEMORIAL AWARD 1996 Wayne Thompson 2013 Jodi Sternhagen 1995 Alvin Albertus 2006 Glenda Nedved 1994 Evelyn Vitale 2005 Tami Haug-Davis 1993 Joan England 2003 Jan Jirouch 1992 Chris Christensen 2001 Ruth Harper 1991 Sid Stallinga & Doug Erickson 2000 Jane Kono 1990 George Kroetch 1999 Kevin Blum 1987 Alvin J. Mudder 1998 Kelly Duncan 1986 Joseph Gertsema 1995 Gary Stofferahn 1985 Jerry Mayer & John Biegler 1994 Paul Rehfuss 1984 Carl Ritenour 1993 Ranah Sample 1983 Dennis Coull 1992 Clayton Carlson 1982 Darrell Jensen 1991 Margot Burton 1981 Jim Solem 1990 Darrell Borgen 1980 David Bonde 1989 Bonnie Traetow 1979 Jan Jirouch 1978 Ray Howe 1977 Don Kratochvil 1976 Richard Parker 1975 Richard Zeigler 1974 Don Barnhart 1973 Roger Hansen 1972 Ray Murray 1971 Glen Barnes & Lloyd Dobratz 1970 K.J. Henseler & G.W. Neiles SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 23 1985 Jim Clark 1982 Jan Jirsa 1981 Jon Lincoln 1980 Bob Shaff 1979 Margot Burton 1978 Gail McKee 1977 Robert Titus 1976 Sharon Colombe 1975 Paul Rehfuss 1974 Wayne Sumner 1973 Gordon Severson COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR (formerly East and West River Counselor of the Year) 2013 Duane Kavanaugh 2012 Christine Bisek 2011 Stacy Solsaa 2009 Brian Dannen 2008 Heidi Evers 2007 John Hegg 2006 Cheri Johnke 2005 Patty Peacock OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARD 2011 Lewis and Clark 2010 Central 1986 Palace 2009 North Central 1985 West River 2008 Cornbelt 1984 West River 2007 Sioux and Cornbelt 1983 Interlakes 2006 Sioux 1982 West River 2005 Sioux 1981 Lewis and Clark 2004 Sioux 1980 Pheasant 2003 West River 1975 West River 2002 Sioux 2001 West River 2000 North Central 1999 Lewis and Clark 1998 Lewis and Clark 1997 West River 1996 West River 1995 West River 1994 West River 1993 Interlakes 1992 West River 1991 West River 1990 Coteau 1989 Central 1988 West River 1987 Central SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 24 Note: The OUTSTANDING CHAPTER award is chosen each year by the SDCA president to recognize those chapters who have provided excellence in programming and leadership enhancement to their members. The award has also been used over the years to recognize chapters who have made strides and improvements in their offerings to members. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 25 SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONS AWARDS 2013 Avera Behavioral Health 2012 Ginger Johnson 1987 West River Chapter A. Richard Peterson 2010 Chris Jacobson 1986 Dean Schueler 2009 Ann Lewis Henkin 1986 Cheryl Beigler 2008 Kelly Duncan 1986 Chris Lee Dave Johnson 2007 Beverly Dafler 2006 Melodee Lane 2005 Joseph Wehrman 1985 Mimi Sheway 1983 Bill Jones 1980 Mary Globe Gary Gullickson 2004 Char Nickolas 1979 Sharon Colombe 2003 Kristi Spitzer 1978 Joseph Fisher 2002 Donna Kegler Nonie Lytle 2001 Glenna Fouberg 2000 Deb Elhard 1977 James Pederson Cathy LeDuc 1999 Geri Konenkamp 1976 Al Lindstrom 1998 Don Kennedy Alberta Hand 1996 Frank Main & Bill Smith 1975 Janet Shelver 1995 Mike Rounds 1993 Richard Gowen 1972 Robert Knapp 1971 Rev. Stanislaus Maudlin 1992 Ro Ann Redlin John Williams 1991 Carla Claymore Jerry Mayer Judge Rollie Grosshans 1990 Sharon Colombe 1989 Coteau Chapter Russell Fleming SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 26 Deconess Dellama King 1970 R.Y. Chapman, Charles Montague Mary Mitchell 1969 Pauline Sherer E. Gordon Poling James L. Culey MARY LARK HUMANITARIAN AWARD GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND RECIPIENTS 2013 Lexi Jo Heitkamp, Natasha Keller, 2013 Dianne Brendan 2012 Barb Ohleen 2011 Lois Walpole 2010 Lexi Seely Kirschner, Brian Mann, Randy 2009 Linda Johnson Hilling, Amy Reyes, Katrina 2008 Penny Virchow Umanah 2007 Michelle Brandenberg 2006 Patricia Brady Andrea Diehm, Jennifer Kirchner, 2005 Debra Johnson Elisa Lewis, Jessica Lewis, and 2004 Gloria Schulz Sylvia Trentz 2003 Mike Cutler 2002 Jean Lakner Yanchun XU, Jacob McDonald, 2000 Dana Sanderson Charlene Cowan 1999 Kelly Duncan 1998 Jill Schoen 1997 Chris Christensen 1996 Grace Ann Mims Joni Hulbert Larson, Sonal 1995 Joan England Markanda, Melissa Hoffman- 1994 Margot Burton Olson, and Melissa Roby 1993 Evelyn Vitale 1992 Helen Jones 1991 Leonard Colombe 1990 Don Kennedy 1989 Diana Melvin 1988 Sharon Colombe 1987 Linda Allen 2004 Frani Kieffer & Chris Oehlke 1985 Howard Smith 2003 Melissa Cronin & Holly Nikels 1984 Mary Helen Hoppenon 2002 Brenda Hansen & Rebecca Kuch 1983 Irma Becker 2001 Wendy Stubbs 1982 Vivian Gering 2000 Melissa Hammer SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 27 and Kendra Mach 2012 2011 2010 2009 Elizabeth Drown, Jennifer Traci Freeman, Kristin Gilbertson, Kelsey Beckstom, Janel Magnus, Elly Keller, Charlene Cowen, Ashley Seeklander, Lin Lin 2008 2007 Jessica Payer, Lindsey Schmidt, Leanne Dorish, Katie Heavlin, Lane Madsen, and Kristin Fick 2006 Gerta Bardhoshi, Katie Heavlin, and Jacquel Rudingen, 2005 Kathy Blaha, Rhonda Magg, and Angel Vermillion EAST RIVER COUNSELOR WEST RIVER COUNSELOR OF THE YEAR AWARD OF THE YEAR AWARD 2004 Dana Sanderson 2002 Michael Gassen 2003 Phil Breed 2000 Suzan Nolan 2002 Kim Goebel 1999 Bonnie Haines 2001 Debra Johnson 1998 Sandy Stukel 2000 Dave Johnson 1997 Roger Skallerud 1999 Grace Ann Mims 1996 Eldene Henderson 1998 Donna Doss 1995 Don Van Cleve 1997 Carol Hamvas & Dwayne LaFave 1994 Elizabeth Hoddie Smock 1996 Connie Hobbie 1993 Duane Quail 1995 Colleen Miller 1992 Geri Konenkamp 1994 Barb Schwartz 1991 Glenda Nedved 1993 Kelly Duncan 1990 Barbara Gutwein 1992 Phyllis Loenhardt 1989 Marcia West 1991 Jeanie Bergh 1988 Gary Breidenbach 1990 Jane Hauck 1987 Sue Hofstrand 1989 Marlys Schmidt 1986 Carrol Stenseth 1988 Sheryl Papke 1985 Barb Stock 1987 Ranah Sample 1984 Bob Julius 1986 Doug Hoisington 1983 Barb Jones 1985 John McIntyre 1982 Lenny Clifford 1984 Tom Garry 1981 Clark Perkins 1983 Ida Hoffman 1980 Irma Becker 1982 Bob Shaff 1979 Oletha Moody 1981 Becky Garza 1978 Joyce Waddell 1980 Opal (Pat) Roller 1977 Donald Kennedy 1979 Deborah Langrehr McGee 1975 Leonard Colombe 1978 Kathryn Miller 1974 Bill Hauck 1977 Tom Lorang 1973 Eila Fransen 1976 Carl Ritenour 1972 David (Lyle) Pearson 1975 Vivian Gering 1971 Larry Tomkins 1974 John Bauer 1973 Fred Claudon 1972 Walt Sterling 1971 Vera Masters 1970 Owen Malone SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 28 In 2005, the East and West River award was combined to become the Counselor of the Year Award SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 29 SDCA Presidents 2013-2014 Rebecca Christiansen 1985-1986 Howard B. Smith 2012-2013 June Crist Reilly 1984-1985 Duane Quail 2011-2012 2010-2011 Dadra Avery James S. Korcuska 1981-1982 1980-1981 Leonard Colombe Al Lindstrom 2008-2010 Christopher P. 1979-1980 Ella Stotz Roseman 1978-1979 Don Kennedy 2007-2008 Mary Pat Mueller 1977-1978 Ann Floden 2006-2007 Deb Langrehr 1976-1977 Bill Hauck 2005-2006 2004-2005 Marcia Aiken Jean Lakner 1975-1976 1974-1975 James Pederson Janet Shelver 2003-2004 Mike Gassen 1973-1974 Richard Barta 2002-2003 Phil Breed 1972-1973 Adair Callison 2000-2002 Ruth A. Johnson 1971-1972 John Cornette 1999-2000 Grace Ann Mims 1970-1971 John McIntyre 1998-1999 1997-1998 David Johnson Stacey Kappes 1969-1970 1968-1969 Orville Schmieding George Kroetch Henderson 1967-1968 Jerry Mayer 1995-1997 Evelyn Vitale 1966-1967 Don Allen 1995 A. Spencer Davis 1965-1966 Joseph Fisher 1994-1995 1993-1994 Bill Forey Dwayne LaFave 1964-1965 1963-1964 Ralph Polenz Melvin Hendrickson 1992-1993 Jessie Finch 1962-1963 E.L. Whitemore 1991-1992 Paula Tacke 1961-1962 Robert O’Hare 1990-1991 Marcia West 1960-1961 Merrill Sly 1989-1990 Richard Gross 1959-1960 Fred Claudon 1988-1989 1987-1988 Linda Allen Terry Crandall 1958-1959 Van Johnson 1986-1987 Marlys Schmidt SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 30 SDCA 2013-2014 Board Executive Board SDCA 2014 Moderators President: Rebecca Christiansen Janna Schriber- SDSU- Rapid City Past President: June Crist Reilly Allison Gildner- SDSU- Rapid City Recording Secretary: Christine Bisek Jessica Partridge- SDSU- Rapid City Treasurer: Michelle Lammers Nicole Jurgensen- SDSU- Rapid City Shelby Frame- SDSU- Rapid City SDCA Committee Chairs Autumn Neigel- SDSU- Rapid City Kate Telkamp- SDSU- Brookings By-Laws: Duane Kavanaugh Nicola Obeney- USD Education: Erin Stolsmark Emma Nelsen- USD Ethics: Kathleen Rice Sam Olsen- USD Finance: Jamie Fiegen Amber Groh- USD Government Relations: Jill Stephenson Whitney Wanderscheid- USD Graduate Students: Rachel Kary Sarah Heerdt– USD Membership: Andrea Diehm Toril Sanford- NSU Public Relations: Yolanda Price Publications: Joy Anderson Future Conferences Technology: Katie Heavlin 2015 April 22-25, 2015 Sioux Falls Convention Center, Sioux Falls 2016 April 27-30, 2016 Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center Aberdeen, SD SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 31 Sioux Chapter of the SD Counseling Association is proud to present their annual May workshop: Building Healthy Relationships Thursday, May 29 & Friday May 30 8:00am – 4:30 pm (both days) USF – Cleveland Center, Sioux Falls $85 Both Days (Total of 15 CEU’s) $45 for 1 Grad Credit Graduate Credit To earn 1 graduate CEU, you must aend 15 connuing educaon hours-the whole SDCA conference as well as a preconference. Please fill out the graduate credit registraon form or feel free to register on-line. You can go directly to hp://reach.usiouxfalls.edu and search for “SDCA” and a lisng of the recently approved South Dakota Counseling Associaon workshops will be displayed. The registraon deadline is May 5th. Payment must be made by credit or debit card when registering online. For those registering by check or cash fill out the graduate credit registraon form and submit to Kari Clark-USF Director of Workshops and Connuing Educaon. The cost $45. All materials MUST BE POSTMARKED BY MAY 5 SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 32 SDCA Chapter and AoS Officers 2013-2014 Central Chapter 2013-2014 Sioux Chapter President: Jolaine Bain Co-President: Doug Hoisington President-Elect: Andrea Diehm Co-President: Bruce Hansum Past President: Jill Mutchelknaus Co-President: John Hegg President-Elect: Jacob McDonald 2013-2014 Cornbelt Chapter Past President: Erin Stolsmark President: Nicole Nelson Secretary: Becca Dravland President–Elect: Kieron Murphy Treasurer: Jennifer Lovik Secretary: Kalli Fliehs 2013-2014 West River Chapter 2013-2014 Interlakes Chapter President: Anthony Raaphorst President: Bonnie Bogue President-Elect: Shawn Koontz President-Elect: Clark Perkins Past President: Sylvia Trentz Past President: Alan Davis Secretary: Dadra Avery Secretary: Kristen Linke SDACES 2013-2014 2013-2014 Lewis and Clark Chapter President: Gerta Bardhoshi President: Stephanie Lund President-Elect: Joel Filmore President-Elect: Robin Svendsen Past President: Kathleen Rice Past President: Gary DeJong Secretary/Treasurer: Kelly Duncan Treasurer: Ember Rohde Secretary: Sonja Delaney SDMHCA 2013-2014 President: Amanda Lautenschlager 2013-2014 North Central Chapter President-Elect: Brian Dannen President: Cindy Goehring Past President: Christine Bisek President-Elect: Toril Sanford Treasurer: Jamie Fiegen Treasurer: Amy Hauge Secretary: Kristin Meyers Secretary: Jodi Sternhagen SDSCA 2013-2014 2013-2014 Palace/Pheasant Chapter President: Tobin Bakkedahl President: Christina Malters President-Elect: Ashley Seeklander President-Elect: Kristen Konechne Past President: Sue Kooima Past President: Joy Anderson Treasurer: Jennifer Kirchner Secretary: Ashley Werning Secretary: Kim Goebel Treasurer: Levi Rendl SDICA 2013-2014 Co-President: Dana Sanderson Co-President: Gina Veo Secretary: Anne Marie Goraj SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 33 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SDCA CONFERENCE: Q. Who chooses the speakers and topics for the preconference workshops? A. The topics and speakers are chosen by the Area of Specialty sponsoring the workshop. If you have ideas for presenters or topics, please share them directly with the leadership of the area of specialty to which you belong. Q. Why don’t we have more vendors with products to sell in the exhibit area? A. Each year several different book vendors are asked to exhibit. Most vendors do not find our conference large enough to make it financially feasible to ship product to the conference site. Q. How are the content sessions that are presented by members chosen? A. Members submit their proposal via the Call for Programs form which is sent via email to all current members and available on our association web site. The proposals go directly to the SDCA Education Chair. The Education Chair uses a blind review process to select the programs. The sessions are then slotted taking into consideration length and care is taken to try to keep programs that would appeal to a like audience in separate time slots. Sessions need to meet the NBCC and SD l licensure board specifications to fulfill continuing education requirements. Q. Some years there are more programs related to school than agency or visa versa or few programs related to a particular topic of interest. Why does the balance seem inconsistent? A. All programs submitted are reviewed. Most years all programs submitted are accepted and presented. If you would like to see a program on a particular topic, SDCA would encourage you to solicit someone with expertise in that area to present, to discuss your request with your Area of Specialty leaders, or better yet to submit to present yourself. Q. There are so many sessions and my time is packed from when I arrive until I leave. Why not put more break time and down time into the schedule? A. Because many participants count on the CEU’s they earn at conference, it warrants that we provide the maximum amount of programming time will allow. Participants are free to pick and choose what they would like to attend and plan for their personal down time at their own discretion. SDCA Spring Conference 2014 , Page 34