Barb Anderson
515-664-6732
Trauma-Informed/Trauma-Sensitive Schools
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"A trauma-sensitive school is a safe and respectful environment that enables student to build caring relationships with adults and peers, self-regulate their emotions and behaviors, and succeed academically, while supporting their physical health and well-being." - Trauma-Sensitive School Checklist
New Protocols and Training Guidance Available
In 2018, the Iowa legislature passed Senate File 2113 requiring protocols and school employee training relating to suicide prevention and postvention, identification of adverse childhood experiences and strategies to mitigate toxic stress response. The requirements of Senate File 2113, Iowa Code § 279.70 and IAC 281—14.4 apply to all public school districts in Iowa. The school district’s board must require annual training by July 1, 2019. School districts have the authority to select the evidence-based, evidence-supported training that best meets the needs of their district.
Resources and Information
Trauma-Sensitive School Learning Modules*
Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Trauma-Informed Approach and Trauma-Specific interventions
Trauma-Sensitive School Checklist
Using PBIS to Help Schools Become More Trauma-Sensitive*
Child Trauma Toolkit for Educators
Strategies and Resources to Create a Trauma-Sensitive School*
The Heart of Learning and Teaching: Compassion, Resiliency, and Academic Success
Tips for Helping Students Recovering from Traumatic Events
Trauma-Sensitive Schools Training Package
*Resources created by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.