Trauma Informed Pricipals in Action by Aminah https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC Where do you see these principals in action in your school? Where is there room from improvement (Scroll up-down to see all 5) en-us 2023-11-01 01:21:59 UTC 2023-11-06 22:02:57 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699572 I think safety is important to schools (i.e. fire drills, lockdown drills), but I feel like things put into place are reactive.


]]> 2023-11-06 21:53:20 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699572 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699739 Wellness center

Pathways to Success

]]> 2023-11-06 21:53:37 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699739 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699898 Rules and code create expectation of safety for all students

]]> 2023-11-06 21:53:52 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699898 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699931 our problem solving team - multiple disciplines of staff, meets bi-weekly, and we have systems and student centered meetings

]]> 2023-11-06 21:53:54 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778699931 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700040 Our school does a great job at providing choices to students when frustrated, overly stimulated, not regulated, etc.


]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:04 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700040 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700056 Students are often given a chance to voice their concerns via surveys, forums, meetings, etc.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:06 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700056 Student Code of Conduct https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700153 2023-11-06 21:54:13 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700153 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700244 Community well-being ambassadors live and work in the community we serve and we build relationships with local orgs and come to events so the community is used to our presence and we are friendly faces, not intruders

]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:21 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700244 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700332 I think that some of the parents have good relationships with certain members of the school team.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:28 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700332 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700440 school constable

Family crisis therapist

Monthly fire drills

Intruder drills

Crisis plan

]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:39 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700440 We could use improvement in this area by adding a more diverse group of students to our clubs/activities https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700491 2023-11-06 21:54:42 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700491 We have lunch bunches for peers to socialize and share in a safe place. https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700532 2023-11-06 21:54:45 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700532 Fire drills https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700629 2023-11-06 21:54:57 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700629 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700638 Room for improvement

]]> 2023-11-06 21:54:58 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700638 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700883 We come up with creative ideas to meet the needs of our students especially those who have trauma backgrounds and may need alternative supports

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:19 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700883 My school can use improvement in this area. https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700939 2023-11-06 21:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700939 Collaboration https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700943 Working with individuals across all specialities to help students

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778700943 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701095 I like that the classrooms have calm down corners but i think they could improve managing kids that wlope from the classrooms

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:35 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701095 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701134 Support staff are very engaged and involved

Students positive behaviors are highlighted and rewarded

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:39 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701134 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701313 Community well-being ambassadors work with community members, meeting them where they’re at and we let them prioritize their needs. That allows them agency. We use problem solving skills to build their capacity.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:54 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701313 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701354 Lockdown drills, rules and well explained expectations for transitions , cozy corners or small groups with the school counselor.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:55:57 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701354 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701430 This is an area we can improve in, being consistent with rules and consequences.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:03 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701430 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701578 A lot of the students want to be heard. When I speak with them they say no one listens. There is room for improvement.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:16 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701578 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701687 Children don’t have significant input into the rules or actual functioning of the program. We could improve on learning their opinions.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:24 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701687 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701760 Lunch bunches

Buddy system

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:31 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701760 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701805 Our MTSS team frequently meets and integrate mh, academics and attendance. This is the first year we've included all 3. It's a work in progress.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701805 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701811 we have a very high percentage of families who are of Hispanic heritage, so we celebrate the culture throughout the year. Also almost all of our resources/communication are offered in Spanish as well

]]> 2023-11-06 21:56:35 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778701811 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702121 Community members are invited to positive events in the community and can also sign up to volunteer with us at our events

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:02 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702121 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702207 More check in persons are needed for students.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:10 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702207 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702242 Restorative practices

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:12 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702242 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702384 I like that school staff work with students to facilitate mediations

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:24 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702384 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702399 Weekly support staff meetings

Wellness center collaboration

Parent/family nights

Back to school events

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:25 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702399 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702594 This is an area of focus and growth for us. We have several initiatives to address cultural biases and improve feelings of belonging and equity.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:42 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702594 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702744 Morning emotions check up , small group with the counselor, one on one with teachers or other staff members

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702744 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702746 I think an improvement in trust/transparency is needed in our building, both between staff to parents, as well as from parents to staff. It creates tension and becomes a barrier to providing the support needed for struggling kiddos.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702746 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702757 Family engagement activities create trust with students and families outside of the academic day. We need more of this. It's all about connection.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:51 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702757 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702806 Our student support team is in daily communication outside of scheduled mtss /pst meetings

]]> 2023-11-06 21:57:55 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702806 I think we try our hardest to be aware and inclusive but with social media growing, there's always room for improvement. https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702916 2023-11-06 21:58:06 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702916 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702925 Again CWA’s work WITH community members and not for them. They are in control and we are a helping hand and a resource. We’re not doing the work for them

]]> 2023-11-06 21:58:07 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778702925 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703040 recently took survey where our 4th and 5th graders identified if they had a trusted adult, and if they did, they identified who that adult was in the survey

]]> 2023-11-06 21:58:17 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703040 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703111 More collaboration between student services is needed and communication everyone seems to work in silos.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:58:23 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703111 Engaging with families throughout the year and checking in to see what they need https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703419 2023-11-06 21:58:49 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703419 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703506 Busy Bench, having lunch with a teacher , morning greetings between students

]]> 2023-11-06 21:58:58 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703506 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703640 Consistently working on to build and maintain relationships with students and parent

]]> 2023-11-06 21:59:10 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703640 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703764 Collaboration has decreased this year and is impacting student growth/success.

]]> 2023-11-06 21:59:19 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703764 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703871 Often my schools will refer students for counseling services. Some teachers are more collaborative than others

]]> 2023-11-06 21:59:29 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703871 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703956 Still in progress, but started we Leader in Me this year which will hopefully result in more empowerment amongst our students

]]> 2023-11-06 21:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703956 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703975 We don’t infantilize our community members and try to highlight strengths that we see. We try to help them to the best of our abilities but we also have to be honest with them regarding the realities of their situations

]]> 2023-11-06 21:59:38 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778703975 Need more support in terms of staffing and time to meet the extreme needs of students https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778704149 2023-11-06 21:59:54 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778704149 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778704581 PLCs, group collaboration in the classroom, after school activities.

]]> 2023-11-06 22:00:34 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778704581 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705087 Schools can become so student/family focus that they forget to include the voice of teachers and other support staff. This can create a trust issue. Needs more improvement

]]> 2023-11-06 22:01:21 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705087 I like that there are a variety of staff from different cultural backgrounds to connect with students at schools https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705096 2023-11-06 22:01:23 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705096 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705137 Because the demographic we serve is mostly low income/ people with trauma, people of color, our team and organization as a whole is majority people of color and people who actively live in these communities we serve and grew up with trauma and/or low income

]]> 2023-11-06 22:01:26 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705137 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705151 I think this is an area of growth for our school. We are a title 1 school, lots of poverty, trauma, mental health.

I would like our school to have more trauma training/trauma awareness, so teachers are aware of taking care of student's emotional safety.

]]> 2023-11-06 22:01:28 UTC https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778705151 https://padlet.com/aminahwells1/TIC/wish/2778706308 DEI in all schools is needed. Not just to check off the box but to integrate it into curriculum and daily conversations.

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