Disclaimer:  As with all the announcements I post to this list, we are
sharing the following workshop info for informational purposes only.  It
does not constitute or imply endorsement or recommendation by WVU
Division of Social Work.  

See an interesting article from the Washington Post at:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/04/14/AR2007041401402_pf.html

Author's Poverty Views Disputed Yet Utilized Materials Have Guided Va.,
Md. Teachers
By Ian Shapira
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Ruby Payne Training:Understanding the Framework of Poverty

Dr. Ruby Payne is known across the country for her “eye-opening”
lectures on the culture of poverty, how poverty affects children, and
how children living in poverty can struggle in today’s school system
Topics include: How economic class affects behaviors and mind sets, why
students from generational poverty often fear being educated, the
“hidden rules” within economic classes, discipline interventions
that improve behavior, and the eight resources that make a difference in
success.

Details:
Date: January 23rd
Time: 9:30-3:30 p.m.
Location: Suncrest United Methodist Church
479 Van Voorhis Road 
Morgantown WV 26505
Contact/RSVP information
Person: Jared Rowan
Phone: 304-983-2383 ext. 103

Cost is $5, but if you are a Big Brother or Big Sister it will be free
Dinner of deli style sandwiches, pop, and chips will be provided
You must RSVP by January 18th
CEU’s will be offered!