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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed because the students they serve come from many different backgrounds and schools have to understand how to best meet the needs of each student.
2. Some of the strategies I have included in my classroom are: quiet safe places in the classroom and sensory materials.
3. Nothing has surprised me in regards to children who have been through trauma.

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1.  It is important for schools to be trauma informed in order to better meet the needs of all of our students due to the fact that the students we work with, support, and teach all from different backgrounds, home lives, and situations. The school needs to be informed in order to better know how to respond and support the students affected.

2. One of the most important and effective methods to create a positive and safe classroom is to establish and build relationships with the students that welcome risk taking and mistake making, asking questions and exchanging respect and trust. Another strategy that I use with my students is a feelings activity that allows my students to write everything they are feeling on a piece of paper, which allows them to get it all out and then I either tell them that they can give it to me to read or they can crumble it up and throw it away. This activity provides my students with the chance to refocus and get their feelings out. The other strategy that I use is redirecting in order to promote more desired behaviors and minimize undesired behaviors.

3. I believe the most surprising bit of information about trauma is the amount of students that are exposed to, live through and survive traumatic events. The other thing that surprised me was how a student's brain is affected and how it can influence their ability to learn.

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1 the biggest reason that schools need to be informed with trauma training is to understand why students are the way that they are. Some kids come at home life’s and others come from very poor home life’s. This can make a dramatic differences in the behavior of students. Understand that kids need structure, positive environments, and strong support  from the staff and yourself.
2. Some ideas that I use in the classroom from the trauma training is creating safe environments and building relationships. Alot  of students need safe environments due to behaviors. Having a safe environment will encourage successful learning and limiting behaviors. Building relationships helps to gain the trust and respect of the students. Students need this because some do not have many relationships outside the school system and this is a safe place.
3. Honestly nothing in this trianing. The reason for this I have seen first hand the worst home life to the best. Growing up I have lots of friends with little to nothing with terrible homes lives. Also I have seen parents the same when I work as a sports director, and a certified teacher at north Rowan high school.

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1.  Unfortunately the world that we live in presents Students experience with traumas.  Thus, schools need to have an ongoing awareness of the traumas that students have and continued information about how to identify/help students as much as possible.

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1.  Unfortunately the world that we live in presents Students experience with traumas.  Thus, schools need to have an ongoing awareness of the traumas that students have and continued information about how to identify/help students as much as possible.

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2.  Being a new staff member at Dole, my number one strategy that I feel I have focused on is to build relationships with students.  No matter the school setting I have always felt this was important in how successful a student can be throughout the year.  As I observed different staff interactions with students this year, it was evident that  the staff members that had been at Dole the longest which allowed them to have stronger relationships with students, had more influence with students than those of us that were new.

1.  I think I was most surprised by the information that was given in the trauma training about how a student's brain is affected when exposed to trauma as far as development and ability to learn.  I think it is obvious that students with traumas would most likely have trouble keeping their minds on school in certain situations, but not as obvious about how traumas affect the actual brain development and usage.

-Ms. Eller

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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed to help understand why students respond to situations in certain ways.  It also helps know how we should respond to students that have experienced trauma.

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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed to help understand why students respond to situations in certain ways.  It also helps know how we should respond to students that have experienced trauma.

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2. The first strategy we use in our classroom is to make sure all students feel safe and to build relationships with all students to help them feel like they can talk about anything that is bothering them.  I also believe that allowing students to have a time/place  to cool down in the classroom or even a neighbors classroom can help them calm down and come back ready to work.

3. It was surprising to hear the amount of children that have been through trauma so early in their lives.

Ms. Blackwood

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1. Schools need to be trained in Trauma to help meet the needs of all of our students.  We develop plans and consult with other professionals to formulate responses to behaviors, with the trauma training we have a better understanding of the reasons for the behaviors.

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1. Schools need to be trained in Trauma to help meet the needs of all of our students.  We develop plans and consult with other professionals to formulate responses to behaviors, with the trauma training we have a better understanding of the reasons for the behaviors.

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2. In my classroom, I use sensory stations to help students deal with their stress and anxiety, morning meetings to form a bond as a community that works well together, and muted lighting to help with focus and attention. I feel that all or some of these techniques meet the needs of all of my students to create a caring and happy environment.

3. I believe that the most surprising bit of information about trauma is the number of students that are exposed to, deal with and survive traumatic events in their childhood.

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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed because it helps the staff understand the students who have suffered from trauma. As well as how to respond to their needs.
2. Strategies I have implemented within my classroom have been creating an environment within the class where students feel safe and building meaningful relationships with all my students. Having relationships with my students have been very effective because they know they can come to myself or Mrs. Cavin about situations going on and knows we are here to help them.
3. The thing that surprised me the most about children who have been through trauma is how any children are exposed to a situation that has created trauma in their life and when the students that have trauma how it is alternating their brain development and activity.

Ms. Johnson

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Trauma Informed

1. Classroom management is probably the biggest challenge for teachers and the cause is disruptive/defiant behavior. Schools need this training to understand the underlying emotional basis of these behaviors.

2. I utilize daily morning meetings in my classroom. This is a great opportunity to get to know students and understand whats going on in their lives. Its also a great time to address social emotional skills and practice them. Students get the individual attention and know they are important to the classroom. I feel that we bond the most during morning meeting circle.

3. I was most surprised by the amount of students who experienced adverse childhood experiences.
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It is important for schools to be trauma informed so that we can better understand our students and why they may act or behave the way they do.  Being informed will allow us the opportunity to change our tactics of how we handle their behavior.

In the library, I have started to really look at the child individually and work on creating an environment where they feel safe and comfortable to be themselves.  I am trying to spend time with different children to help build positive relationships.  The most effective so far has been building relationships.

I think some of the most surprising information was how many children are exposed to something that has created trauma in their life.
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1.     It’s important for schools to be Trauma Informed to help staff understand the students who have suffered from trauma and to know how to respond to their needs. It’s also important for staff to create a safe, loving environment to achieve desired outcomes for all students.

2.     In my classroom I try to create an environment where everyone matters. I want all students to feel important, safe, and welcomed. I also try to build positive relationships with them so they can trust me and know that I care about them. The most effective strategy for me is building a positive relationship with my students.

3.     What surprised me the most in regards to children who have been through trauma is how trauma affects their brain development and body over time. I am also surprised by the large number of students who experience trauma daily.

Mrs. Carrera-Baca

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1. Schools need trauma information, so we will know the actions of our students behaviors when they occur.

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1. Schools need trauma information, so we will know the actions of our students behaviors when they occur.

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2. Strategies that I have use over the years didn't work for me this year. So what I did was, had weekly phone parent conferences with them. Also to see what they used at home so we could work together. Also positive reinforcement helps from the parent.
3. I was very shock to learn the percentages of our students that have trauma  that I know, and taught. My heart really goes out to them.
Mrs. Gamble

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They are a lot of students who have been affect by different kinds of trauma in our school . This was  a needed training for our staff.
Mrs. Barnes

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1. It is Important for schools to be Trauma Informed because as adults we tend to forget that even children can face trauma. Trauma builds as we grow and mature and can dramatically affect our abilities to learn and function. This affect is even harder on children as they have not developed coping skills to help guide them through the emotions of trauma. In return, our students struggle in school because of their lack of focus and coping due to the trauma they have suffered.

2. In my classroom, I have implemented a safe communication space. Students know they are allowed to speak with me or ask for time to speak with someone else about what is on their mind. I have also tried to create a culturally, emotionally, and physically safe working environment for all students. We have group discussions about problems we may face and how we can handle them. I have implemented cool down zones and flexible seating for students.

3. What has surprised me the most about students that deal with trauma is that the students continue to try and strive for improvements on their behaviors despite not fully understanding why they act the way they do. Most students are eager to discuss their concerns and reasons for behavior only after the feeling of trust and security has appeared. Finally, each student strives to come to school and give their best despite all the things that go through their thoughts throughout the day.

Ms. Gobble
3rd Grade

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1.  Being trauma informed is very important because some students may have substance abuse or mental health issues. Being trauma informed allows you to understand vulnerabilities or triggers of trauma survivors (students). Some triggers could be physical, psychological, or emotional.

2. In my classroom I have implemented strategies for trauma safety such as creating culturally, emotionally, and physically safe work spaces to ease student discomfort. Also I have created a sense of trustworthiness meaning students know what will happen next. This helps drive student decision making. Next I have implemented  student choices all year such as flexible seating which honors the individual's dignity. Then students are allowed to collaborate with students during work or play. Collaboration stimulates healing, forms relationships, partnerships, and good decision making. The last strategy I use in the  classroom for good trauma care is student empowerment which recognizes the students strengths and builds them up.

3. What has surprised me the most about students that deal with trauma is that most of them seem remorseful for their actions. The students seem to come back to school the next day and attempt to have a great day. Then I noticed that certain sounds, decisions an adult makes, what another student says, or what another student does seems to distract the student. Sometimes a full crisis can occur if students get frustrated. I have also noticed that most students with trauma know when they are bothered and it helps them to have breaks when needed.

Ms. Courtney Hunter
2nd Grade

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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed so that staff can recognize and assist students in need of the support. The staff must also have techniques and strategies to guide students in a positive manner.
2. In my classroom I have attempted to create an environment where students feel safe and welcomed. I have a peace corner allowing students to take a minute to reflect, b calm, and write their thoughts and feelings before rejoining the class. The peace corner has worked well with students coming out of it with a better attitude and feeling.
3. Kids have such resilience and still want to learn and be loved. They are not quitters and want to be guided in the right direction.

Kostantina Sarrimanolis

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1.  It's important for schools to be Trauma informed to prepare all staff to recognize and to know how to respond to students who have been impacted by traumatic stress.

2. In my classroom, I try to create an environment where students feel included and safe. I try to build relationships so they can share their personal interests.

The most effective strategy that I have used is to form relationships with students.  Allowing students to build trust and giving them the opportunity to be themselves in a safe environment.

3. What surprised me the most in regards to children who have been through trauma was the effects on brain development over time.

Mrs. Overcash

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1.  Trauma is very important for people to know about especially when in the school system. So many kids and families  have trails and things that cause negativity in their life. Being educated helps you be able to deal with each child, family, and/or situations the best way possible.
2. Training workshops, to me, should be offered to better prepare us to handle any situation at any time using the correct strategies. Everyone is different therefore different techniques of handling certain situations should be able to fit the issues at hand.

Mrs. V

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1.  I think that it is vitally important to be informed about any kind of trauma concerning students. If the staff is properly informed, then the staff can better prepare, serve, recognize, and assist whenever and wherever possible. 

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1.  I think that it is vitally important to be informed about any kind of trauma concerning students. If the staff is properly informed, then the staff can better prepare, serve, recognize, and assist whenever and wherever possible. 

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2.  Using strategies such as, building one on one relationships, establishing trust and consistency, as well as open communication with students and parents allows us to better help our students.
J. Clark

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1. It is evident that many students at our school have come from trauma.  The clear indicators are their behaviors and ways they react in various circumstances.  Because of this, it is vital that we as a staff learn to recognize the signs and to effectively address the issues present.  I appreciated the resource that showed a plethora of benefits to engaging in trauma informed practices such as improved academics, teacher satisfaction, and school climate as well as a decrease in students' negative behaviors, stress, and absences.

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1. It is evident that many students at our school have come from trauma.  The clear indicators are their behaviors and ways they react in various circumstances.  Because of this, it is vital that we as a staff learn to recognize the signs and to effectively address the issues present.  I appreciated the resource that showed a plethora of benefits to engaging in trauma informed practices such as improved academics, teacher satisfaction, and school climate as well as a decrease in students' negative behaviors, stress, and absences.

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2. Over the years, I have tried many strategies including building positive relationships, re-directing students who experience a trigger, establish consistent routines, and maintaining a calm attitude in the midst of escalating circumstances.  I think some of the most useful strategies include building a positive, trusting relationship with the student, focusing on positive consequences over negative consequences, and ignoring certain negative behaviors.  This often avoids escalating an encounter to a more aggressive situation.
3. Although I have learned about why triggers happen and I understand the possible effects, I am still often caught off guard when an extreme reaction happens seemingly without any warning. Sometimes there are not any noticeable warning signs and a student can go instantly into a fight/survival brain.  It is surprising that they can become this way so quickly. It is also surprising how some days you would never know they have experienced the trauma that they have. They are masterful at becoming resilient through the toughest of life's experiences.
C. Moore

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1. Why is it important for schools to be trauma informed? It is important that schools be trained as a whole so trauma can be recognized and handle appropriately. Students can get the help that is needed to overcome some the obstacles that they will face surrounding their experience with trauma at a young age.

2. What strategies have you implemented in the classroom? Providing a safe environment.  Getting to know each student by having individual conversations with them throughout the day.

3. What has surprised you the most in regards with children who has been through trauma? The age that some children has experience mental trauma. Trauma that our students experience daily, but manage to come to school and do their best.
L. Tracey

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1. Having the mental health back ground that I do. I feel that its very important for any profession that works with kids to trauma informed especially schools. 

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1. Having the mental health back ground that I do. I feel that its very important for any profession that works with kids to trauma informed especially schools. 

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2. Get to know your kids and the environmental factors that they face on a daily. Most effective is picking your battles and dealing with the problem at hand accordantly.
3. Nothing is surprising to me anymore. Ive seen it all and will continue to see it until it becomes important enough issue to be addressed. The question is how do we ie: school, teacher, and community work together to understand and fix it.
Ms. C

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1. I feel teachers and support staff need to be highly informed of not only the statistics of children that are victims of trauma but how to handle students who have faced harsh experiences. In reality, we might find a student's negative behavior appalling but not understand what is in their mind and what has happened in their past. As a teacher, its been a learning experience for me to have a deeper understanding and consideration for students who misbehave and get into violent spells. Moving from a general ed classroom to being an EC teacher in the restorative program has been completely eye-opening. To learn the backgrounds of my students and what they deal with on a daily basis mentally and emotionally takes a toll on their little minds has greatly changed my outlook. 

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1. I feel teachers and support staff need to be highly informed of not only the statistics of children that are victims of trauma but how to handle students who have faced harsh experiences. In reality, we might find a student's negative behavior appalling but not understand what is in their mind and what has happened in their past. As a teacher, its been a learning experience for me to have a deeper understanding and consideration for students who misbehave and get into violent spells. Moving from a general ed classroom to being an EC teacher in the restorative program has been completely eye-opening. To learn the backgrounds of my students and what they deal with on a daily basis mentally and emotionally takes a toll on their little minds has greatly changed my outlook. 

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2. Im my classroom, I have used the strategy of having one on one conversations with my students to allow them to have a safe space to talk and to build a relationship with them. In addition, every Friday I allow for my students to complete a "What is Bugging Me" journal entry where they are able to air out their emotions and thoughts on paper. I then use it as a conversation point I have with these students when we meet for Social Emotional support time.

3.I found the statistics completely surprising. It is very heartbreaking to know that young children have to face situations that would emotionally and mentally break most adults. Yet, many are able to function through the hurt and anger.

K. Hamilton

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It's important to be informed about every aspect involving each student. Especially if they have been victims of trauma.
An effective strategy used in our classroom is one on one conversations. They feel heard and loved.
At this point, nothing surprises me anymore.
L. Kluttz

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Unfortunately, trauma is an issue that is on the rise in many school districts across the country. The more we research trauma, the better we can service our students.

An effective strategy that I use in the classroom is restorative circles.  We sit in a circle to discuss variety of topics which include how we feel. The students take this opportunity to share what’s on their heart and we work together to come up with calming strategies and ideas.

I am surprised on how resilient children can be after a traumatic experience.

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It’s very important to first understand the population we serve. Do some research on the population we are serving, so we can get a better of understanding to help our children as best as we can. Our children suffer from IDD as well as PTSD. Diversity is major issue we should address because each one of our kids learn different ways and come from different back grounds. Approach each child differently because the are even with having similar issues. Being sympathetic and having patience is a major key to help the kids we serve. Open minded very informative about MH diagnoses and finding out triggers with gathered information from IEP as well as BIP. Working together as a collective to figure out what’s the best solution to help these children be productive.

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1.  It is interesting how many students have been through some form of trauma.  Teachers need to be front loaded with information that will best help them as they are helping their students.  

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1.  It is interesting how many students have been through some form of trauma.  Teachers need to be front loaded with information that will best help them as they are helping their students.  

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2. Schools need staff brought on board that are trained in trauma to help many of the situations that we face on a daily basis. I think that often times we expect staff that do not have backgrounds in this area to provide help with situations and it often times is out of their wheelhouse of experience.
E Karriker

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1.	It’s important for schools to be trauma informed because you are teaching children who come from diverse backgrounds. We are hoping to create a safe environment for students to share their lives, yet maintain professional boundaries. We as teachers are acknowledging their harmful past while helping them. 2.	 Some of the strategies that we implemented in the classroom is having an open door policy. Making sure the students know they can come to us and feel safe talking with us about their lives. Every Monday during circle time, we always ask the students how their weekend went and if they went anywhere or did anything that was special to them. I feel that talking with them before we get started with our day helps with the mood of the classroom. If they are having a bad morning then we talk it out and I feel that it helps them with their day going forward. 3.	What has surprise me going forward in regards to trauma is the high number of children who experienced trauma on a daily basis.  It was interesting to learn about all the different ways that children experience trauma. Learning about trauma certainly has opened up my eyes. 

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1.	It’s important for schools to be trauma informed because you are teaching children who come from diverse backgrounds. We are hoping to create a safe environment for students to share their lives, yet maintain professional boundaries. We as teachers are acknowledging their harmful past while helping them. 2.	 Some of the strategies that we implemented in the classroom is having an open door policy. Making sure the students know they can come to us and feel safe talking with us about their lives. Every Monday during circle time, we always ask the students how their weekend went and if they went anywhere or did anything that was special to them. I feel that talking with them before we get started with our day helps with the mood of the classroom. If they are having a bad morning then we talk it out and I feel that it helps them with their day going forward. 3.	What has surprise me going forward in regards to trauma is the high number of children who experienced trauma on a daily basis.  It was interesting to learn about all the different ways that children experience trauma. Learning about trauma certainly has opened up my eyes. 

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1. It is important for schools to be Trauma informed because if the trauma is not addressed and is causing the student(s) to be distracted, it will have a negative impact on student learning. Trauma can manifest in many different behaviors. It's important to recognize this so we can use strategies that will best meet the needs of our students. Our angriest students are often the ones who need the most loving attention - they are the ones who have experienced the highest level of trauma.
2. Strategies I have implemented in the classroom include building relationships, creating a safe environment and adhering to a schedule. Of these strategies, building relationships has been most effective.
3. What surprised me the most in regards to children who have been through trauma is the alteration in brain development and brain activity.

~Shannon Griffin

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1. Why is it important for
schools to be Trauma Informed?
It is important for a lot of schools because there are so many people that do not know how to handle and accommodate those that have dealt with traumatic experiences.
2. What strategies have you implemented in the classroom?
In our classroom specifically, we make sure every student treats and is treated like everyone else. Giving them the same experiences and enjoyment allows them to see that no matter where they come from or whatever traumatic experiences they may have dealt with is a reason to prevent them from getting the joys out of life.
3. Our kids all have their own quarks.  They have minor setbacks but are able to get through everyday in their own way.

Santiago

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I think it is important for all schools to partipate in trauma training so they will be able to recognize specific needs of students.
Building relationships with students by listening and  talking to them makes them feel important and you care.
It is very surprising seeing how many ways student/ families are affected in some type of trauma
R. McDaniel

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1.I believe it important for schools to be trauma informed because now with the growing population today mental health is becoming prevalent in our schools. It is imperative to know how to best serve students. Also, when trauma informed is taught in school’s educators are able to identify/recognize the signs and use the proper strategies to help meet needs without triggering the student.

2. The strategies I implement in my classroom are GoNoodle mindfulness and I play calming music on my computer while teaching and while the students are working independently. I think providing an independent 10 minute breaks through-out the day daily when there are no behaviors and using coping skills which is a part of Day treatment.

3. I was surprised of the 1-4 students reported to have been through trauma and the various types there are that effects the different parts of brain development over time. Every student that I come in contact with and care for in my classroom deals with some kind of trauma. It affects them and their daily life.

L. Moore

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1. I believe every school should go through the trauma training.  School staff will be able to help these students if they know some of the triggers and they have strategies to help the students.

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1. I believe every school should go through the trauma training.  School staff will be able to help these students if they know some of the triggers and they have strategies to help the students.

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2. Building relationships are very important in the classroom.  Students need to know you are there for them, that they can trust you, and it is a safe place for them.
3. My biggest surprise was to know how many kids/ people have had to deal with some kind of trauma in their life.

J. Webb

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1.  Students have different needs and different levels of trauma.  Teachers need to be informed about strategies to use to best meet these needs.

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1.  Students have different needs and different levels of trauma.  Teachers need to be informed about strategies to use to best meet these needs.

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2. Building relationships is important in any classroom. In my behavior oriented classroom, they are particularly important because I need for my students to have trust in me.

3.  I was surprised to know how m any different aspects and events in life contribute to ones ACES score.

B. Ward

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1. Every school needs to have trauma training so we can be informed as teachers to recognize certain needs of the students.

2. It is very important to build relationships with students and have conversations with them so they know they will have someone to talk to.

3. There are so many students that have dealt with some kind of trauma. It affects them and how they live their lives.

S. McIntyre

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1. I think schools need to be Trauma informed so educators can recognize specific needs of the students.

2.  Building relationships,  having conversations with students, and have an open ear to listen to them is very important.

3.  My biggest surprise is the high percentage of students that have dealt with some kind of trauma and how it affects them and their lives.

D. McDaniel

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1. I feel it is important for schools to be informed of trauma so that we are best able to work with and identify the important needs for those students.

2. In my classroom I work hard to form relationships with my students so they feel welcome and safe. Building that trust piece is crucial. I try to make sure I am talking calmly even when I am frustrated. I also use re-directing a lot too.

3. I actually learned of this training at my old school in NY. The ACE scores are always eye opening especially working with the population we work with. It makes me more mindful of my actions and re-actions to certain behaviors in my room.

Jillian Gersch

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School that are trauma informed are better equipped to educate their children. Students who are have experience trauma need approached differently to help with their educational goals. 

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School that are trauma informed are better equipped to educate their children. Students who are have experience trauma need approached differently to help with their educational goals. 

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I don't work directly in the classroom but I have started using a calmer voice and stalking about the actions not the child when redirecting.
Students who have gone through trauma are on edge most of the time and seem to really respond to being caught good/following the rules.

Tina

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1.  1.  The importance of trauma training is clearly seen in the state of our students.  They are increasingly exposed to both mental and physical trauma which inhibit their ability to function in the way we normally expect.
2.  So far I have tried to be more mindful of the lens in which these children see our actions.  I greet each child in the morning to try to gauge the temperature of their day so far and then diffuse when I can.  Many times being proactive is better than reactive.  In addition, I try to have a conversation with them about their actions to begin with before placing them on our discipline steps.  I think the morning greeting is the most eye opening.
3.  What is more surprising than anything is the number of children that experience some type of trauma and the effect this can have on the way they process their world.
R. Daye

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trauma so we can recognize those specific needs for students.
2. I feel developing relationships with students is the most important way to understand the individual needs of our students. I use re-directing , 1:1 conferencing so students build trust in sharing, and giving choices.
3. The amount of trauma kids have had and they various types of trauma is eye opening.

S Stepp

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1. Schools need to be trauma informed so that we as educators can recognize the signs of students who have suffered from various types of trauma and what strategies can be used to help meet there individual needs without triggering the student into a fight or fleet mode to unable them to learn at their greatest capacity.
2. I have tried a few strategies in the classroom which have been beneficial to some but triggers to others. I have used calming music playing in the background, have provided choice in activities/order of tasks and being mindful of my tone of voice and choice of words. I think for me the most effective has been the flexibility and choice provided.
3. I was surprised at the high number of children who are reported to have been through trauma (1 in 4) and how many different types of trauma there are and there effect on the different parts of brain development over time. Helps me understand why some of my students may react the way they do and the educational difficulties they are experiencing.  B. Fischer

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1. Schools should be trauma informed so the needs of each individual student can be met no matter what they have been through.

2. I try to be mindful in my room of what I say and what others say. I also try to use strategies to redirect behavior.

3. I honestly did not know what some of the things that cause trauma.. It has made me change the way I think about certain behaviors and how I treat certain behaviors.

E. Blackwell

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1.  Schools need to be trauma informed so the needs of the whole child can be met properly.  Being trauma informed allows staff to know how to implement preventive or de-escalation strategies.
2. The make-up of our class is a little different.  A lot of the strategies would not apply.  However, re-directing in certain situations have been used to avoid meltdowns.
3.  I was surprised by some of the things that causes trauma.  Some things that we expect everybody to have access to (food) but don't, can cause a child to behave quite differently.  M. Hipps

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1. Schools need to be trauma informed in order to meet the needs of their students and make sure that they are providing a safe environment for students
2. I have used re-directing behavior by giving students reasonable choices.
3. I was shocked by the amount of people that have experienced some type of trauma.
C. Ellis

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1. It is important for schools to be trauma informed  so that we are mindful of remembering the different circumstances that are students come from.
2. In the classroom I have tried to be more mindful of having connections with all of my students.
3. My biggest surprise is the high percentage of people that have high levels of past exposure to traumatic events.
J. Coble