IPSII Inc.                   Independence, Productivity, Self Determination, Integration & Inclusion (IPSII)

•       Our new Board Members

• The Administration on Developmental Disabilities has awarded IPSII Inc. A Grant of National Significance 10.1.07-9.30.10 Reference Grant Number 90DN0233                           

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•   Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities has awarded IPSII Inc. a Minority Outreach Grant

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Pathways Advisory Committee 'Get out the Vote' activity on 9.6.08 in North Minneapolis

This was a collaborative activity with Jordan New Life Church Family Support 360, Peace Foundation, Mad Dads and Cub Foods.

On Eagles Wings Graduation Photos.

On Eagles Wings is funded by the Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disability.  IPSII Inc. has implemented this program since 2003

www.kennfriends.com 'Unlock Your Ability' Kenneth Moore Author. Kenneth lives in Minnesota he is a graduate from our 2008 Pathways Leadership Training Program.

         Mndisability.gov Web Site Offers Easy Starting Point for State Government Disability Resources Minnesotans have a single source on the internet for quick and easy access to state government-agency programs, products and services dedicated to disability issues.

    www.lifepages.org   Life Pages is designed for the Minnesota Disability Community.  Life Pages has lists of training sessions for people with disabilities, family members and professions. 

         Partners in Policymaking ®  was created in Minnesota by the Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities in  1987. Partners is an innovative, competency based leadership training program for adults with developmental disabilities and parents of young children with disabilities.

          Youthhood.org  is a project of the National Center on Secondary Education and Transition

     Project C3 Connecting Youth to Communities and Careers PACER Center http://www.c3online.org/

 

OUR MISSION    Independence, Productivity, Self Determination, Integration &Inclusion (IPSII)  for People with Disabilities and Their Families.    Our Board of Directors is a mix of individuals who are passionate about creating change within our community, creating welcoming schools, neighborhoods and workplaces for individuals with disabilities.  Each board member serves a three year term. Our Board Members are Parents of children and young adults with disabilities Individuals with disabilities Service providers to people with disabilities and their families Several of our Board Members are graduates of the Partners in Policymaking  program     OUR NON-PROFIT   Is a 501 (C) (3) tax exempt organization, comprised of people with disabilities and their families. We are customer driven to ensure cultural competency and best practice. We achieve our mission through our leadership trainings, analysis of public policy, and outreach to traditionally underserved communities. All of our materials are free of charge All of our trainings are free of charge We provide reimbursement for child care and mileage     WE BELIEVE                         Each person a unique individual, a citizen, having leadership potential no matter their challenges in life; All communities depend on the capacity of people, on their fullness, on their possibility. Through training, advocacy, and increased participation, we will initiate adaptive change in our communities, creating welcoming neighborhoods, schools, and work places for people with disabilities and their families;                                        The next Pathways Leadership Trainings will begin February 2010 Click HERE to go to the 2009 Pathways Leadership Training information page                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Who is eligible to participate in this FREE program?   Young adults with developmental disabilities [18-30 years] What will you learn?  Disability History Post secondary education County Based Services Day at the Capitol How to seek and maintain employment Housing options for young adults with developmental disabilities System Change  Effective communication with policymakers, service providers Leadership developmental and your roll in changing the world for people with disabilities and their families. Training supports: A light breakfast and lunch will be provided Participants will receive a $50 stipend at the successful completion of each training Eligible mileage will be reimbursed Limited personal care assistance and facilitation will be provided Training Site: All trainings are held at Jordan New Life Community Church 1922 25th Ave. North  Minneapolis, MN  55411 Questions: Call Julie Kenney for applications at 612.861.3215 This wonderful workshop will be offered twice.  Please choose between the two training dates Date: May 16, 2009 Time:  10:00 to 2:00 pm A $50 stipend will be offered to parents of youth with disabilities and their service providers Service providers include: Classroom teachers, classrooms aids, Personal Care Attendants, Group Home personnel, ect.   Date: May 30, 2009 Time: 10:00 to 2:00 pm A $50 stipend will be offered to parents of youth with disabilities and their service providers Service providers include: Classroom teachers, classrooms aids, Personal Care Attendants, Group Home personnel, ect.   The purpose of the 'Art of Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports Pathways workshops will train parents of youth with developmental disabilities and their service providers in the art of positive behavioral interventions and supports. Featured Speaker is Dr. Joe Reichle, University of Minnesota and national expert in the communicative nature of challenging behavior                                           Graduation photos from class 2008-2009                                               11.15.08  This year we had eight graduates from On Eagles Wings 160% above our contract with the MN Governor's Council on DD CLICK HERE to see the outcomes for class 2008-2009 On Eagles Wings   Is an Introductory Leadership Training Program on Disability designed for African American adults with DD & African American parents who have children with DD Who is eligible for this training program? African American adults [18 yrs+] with developmental disabilities and African American parents who have African American Children with developmental disabilities What will you learn? A history of the disability movement; Values and benefits of inclusive education; County case management services; Coaching on how to meet with elected officials, school staff & other service providers; The importance of self, supported and competitive employment opportunities Housing for people with disabilities Day at the Capitol, system change and the legislative process On Eagles Wings members also may attend 'IPSII Inc.'s Day at the Minnesota Capitol' on Wed. 3.11.09 Training program times: All trainings are on Saturday from 8:30 am-2:30 pm Training program supports: A light breakfast and lunch will be provided Participants may be reimbursed up to $50 per OEW training for childcare costs. Eligible mileage, Personnel Care Assistance and translation/facilitation services will be provided on a limited basis Training Site: All trainings are held at Jordan New Life Community Church 1922 25th Ave. North  Minneapolis, MN  55411 Questions: Call Julie Kenney at 612.861.3215       Supporting Youth & Families with Disabilities       A Youth Information, Training & Referral Center Designed for Youth & Emerging Leaders [14-30 yrs] with DD. [10.1.07-9.20.10] Pathways Center is a Project of National Significance funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities Pathways Abstract      "Peace Ball'  October 2007 Center Activities Advisory Committee      Pathways Holiday party  12. Day at the Capitol  3.26.08   7.29.08 Pathways Advisory Meeting  Mentoring Emerging Leaders   MN Partners in Policymaking Ò   graduates Regina, Sammy and Eric are graduates from Pathways Leadership Training & On Eagles Wings Heather, Leah and Kenneth are currently attending Partners. Workshops designed for parents of youth & emerging leaders with DD and their service providers Communicative Nature of Challenging Behavior.  We had 30 participants for the two workshops on challenging behavior including parents, professionals and advocates. Collaboration   September 6, 2008 Pathways was part of a 'Get out the Vote' activity that registered 75 North Minneapolis Residents Jordan Neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota State of Minnesota Agencies Hennepin County Administration on Developmental Disabilities Funded Projects Leadership Training Information      Pathways Leadership training graduated 18 emerging leaders from Class 2007-2008 Dissemination Activities    "Meeting Legislators"  On Eagles Wings 2004  [ MN Congressman Keith Ellison and MN State Senator Linda Higgins] How to access the general ed curriculum and graduate with a standard diploma Web-based information designed for Youth with DD ADD TA Institute March 2009 Quality Indicators Our goal is to increase Independence, Productivity, Self Determination, Integration & Inclusion for youth and emerging leaders with DD Our goal is to increase community based activisms in North Minneapolis Our goal is to disseminate via our website Board of Directors Jim Dickinson, Chair of the Board [Sibling]  Rebecca Rooker, Member  [Parent] Ruth Batchelder, Member [Parent] Eric Chambers, Member [Parent, Self Advocate] Rijuta Pathre, Member [Parent] Phalen Pounds, Member [Sibling] Pandora Early, Member  [Parent] Fatima Massequoi, Member [Parent] Marsha Miller, Member [Parent] Delores McCool, Member [Parent] Nick McCool, Member [Youth Self Advocate] Cynthia Fernandez, Member [Step Parent] Linnea Hoff, Member [Parent] Anthony Tucker, Member [Youth Self Advocate] Kimberly Rufferford, Member [Youth Self Advocate]     IPSII Inc. Officers  Julie Kenney, MPA     Executive Director    Mike Kenney, MBA    Sec/Treasure
Contact Information Telephone Number:        (612) 861-3215 Mailing Address:              6611 Lynwood Blvd. Richfield, Mn. 55423   USA General Information:         Call Julie Kenney at (612) 861-3215 or e-mail her at Julie_Kenney@ksg02.harvard.edu   Webmaster:                        Julie Kenney [ Home ] [ Partners in Policymaking® ] [ Links ] [ What's New? ] [ Who are we? ] [ Developmental Disability ] [ On Eagles Wings ] [ PATHWAYS CENTER ] [ Quality ] Send mail to Julie_Kenney@ksg02.harvard.edu with questions or comments about this web site. Copyright © 2003 IPSII Inc. Last modified: 03/11/09