While schools have always played a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of all children, it has never been more challenging. As a society, we have never been more aware of the emotional needs and mental health of our students. This is due to significant increases in our communication around mental health, mainly providing the language to discuss this with students. While the gaps are shrinking, much more consistency is needed in providing trauma-sensitive classrooms and schools. While we have made progress in understanding trauma and its impact on learning, there is still more work to be done.

In this training, we talk about the science of trauma in the brain and how it manifests in a variety of behaviors ranging from withdrawing, defiance, disruption, and avoidance. Through the course, we will work to understand all the components that affect the child and the school environment. We will work to make your school and classroom a place that promotes independence and resilience.