TRA-5300: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Educational Environments

Alexander, J., & Hinrichs, C. (2019).Building trauma-sensitive schools: Your guide to creating safe, supportive learning environments for all students. Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
Read Chapter 7, pp. 135-158: Universal strategies for trauma-sensitive schools. This chapter provides detailed strategies relating to the five elements identified in this week’s lesson.

Holmes, M. R., Yoon, S., Berg, K. A., Cage, J. L., & Perzynski, A. T. (2018). Promoting the development of resilient academic functioning in maltreated children.Child Abuse & Neglect, 75, 92–103.
This study looks at protective factors for overcoming early traumatic experiences.

Wall, C. R. G. (2021). Relationship over reproach: Fostering resilience by embracing a trauma-informed approach to elementary education. Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma, 30(1), 118–137.
This study demonstrates how one school moved to a trauma-informed approach.

Minahan, J. (2019). Trauma-informed teaching strategies. Educational Leadership, 77(2), 30–35.
This article identifies core teaching strategies for trauma-informed practice.