Trauma-Sensitive Leadership

Creating a Safe and Predictable School Environment (A researched-based social-emotional guide to support students with traumatic experiences)

John F. Eller, Tom Hierck

• Publisher: Solution Tree Press
• Year: 2022
• Print ISBN: 9781949539974
• eBook ISBN: 9781949539981
• Edition: 1
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Leadership in Education

<p>Lead a foundational shift in the way your school approaches student behavior. <i>Trauma-Sensitive Leadership</i> offers research-based, practical strategies for understanding and supporting trauma-impacted students rather than "fix" them. Using straightforward language, the authors illustrate how to integrate new mindsets into daily practice to get to the core of critical issues like social-emotional safety and wellness for students and adults alike.</p>

<br>Using this guide to address critical issues readers will:

• <ul><li>Understand childhood trauma and the impact traumatic experiences have on both students and educators.</li>

• <li>Develop a trauma-sensitive attitude and mindset to help lead teachers in supporting students experiencing trauma.</li>

• <li>Examine school structures and environments that support trauma-sensitive practices while recognizing those that may contribute to trauma.</li>

• <li>Learn how to develop trusting and positive relationships with trauma-impacted students and their families.</li>

• <li>Plan and maintain a trauma-informed school beyond the initial years of implementation.</li></ul>

<br><b>Contents:</b>

<br>Introduction

<br>Chapter 1: Examining Trauma and Its Impact on Educators and Students

<br>Chapter 2: Fostering a Trauma-Sensitive Attitude and School Culture

<br>Chapter 3: Creating a Stable and Predictable School Environment

<br>Chapter 4: Implementing Teaching Practices Essential to a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom

<br>Chapter 5: Building Relationships With Parents and Families

<br>Chapter 6: Planning the Journey Toward a Trauma-Sensitive School

<br>Chapter 7: Leading Trauma-Sensitive Practices in Your School

<br>Chapter 8: Maintaining and Supporting a Trauma-Sensitive School for Long-Term Success

<br>References and Resources

<br>Index

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Table of Contents
• About the Authors
• Introduction
• 1 Examining Trauma and Its Impact on Educators and Students
• 2 Fostering a Trauma-Sensitive Attitude and School Culture
• 3 Creating a Stable and Predictable School Environment
• 4 Building Relationships With Parents and Families
• 5 Building the Foundation for a Trauma- Sensitive School
• 6 Planning the Trauma-Sensitive Journey for Your School
• 7 Launching and Sustaining Trauma-Sensitive Practices in Your School
• References and Resources
• Index