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Students aren’t just weighed down with the books they haul to class. Many carry a far heavier load of trauma. This is why creating trauma-sensitive classrooms and schools is critical. As we navigate post-pandemic learning spaces, the needs of students has changed. If you are looking to learn how to be a trauma-sensitive educator and create trauama-sensitive spaces that support ALL students, my new course is for you. The course is fully online, self-paced, engaging, and relevant. By the end, participants will be able to: ✨ Define trauma and recognize its potential impact on students’ behavior, learning, and well-being. ✨ Understand the basics of brain development and the neuroscience of trauma. ✨ Create safe classroom environments that promote students’ sense of security and belonging. ✨ Explain methods to cultivate resilience in both students and yourself, fostering a culture of emotional growth and self-care. Learn more https://lnkd.in/ezCpmGQj #trauma #traumahealing #traumainformed #traumarecovery #traumasensitive #traumasensitiveteaching #traumasensitiveschools #teacherpd #teachercourse #educatorpd #EducatorSupport

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📝 The Importance of Trauma-Informed Approaches in Education As educators, we know that children spend a significant amount of their time in schools. For many, schools are not just places of learning but also environments where they build relationships, face challenges, and develop emotionally. This is why it's so crucial to recognize the impact that trauma can have on a child's behavior and well-being. Trauma-informed training for teachers is essential. Rather than relying solely on traditional contingency systems to address behavioral problems, we need to equip our educators with the skills to understand and respond to the root causes of these behaviors. By fostering a trauma-informed environment, we can help students feel safe, supported, and understood. This shift will not only improve behavioral outcomes but also promote resilience, emotional intelligence, and overall well-being. It's time to invest in our teachers’ development so they can, in turn, help build more resilient children who can thrive both academically and emotionally. 🌱💡 #TraumaInformedCare #Education #TeacherTraining #StudentWellbeing #Resilience #EducationMatters #MentalHealthMatters

🌟 Understanding the impact of trauma on learning is crucial for creating supportive environments in our classrooms. 💡 While trauma can disrupt a student's ability to concentrate, regulate emotions, and engage fully, it's equally important to recognize the resilience and potential for healing. ✨ Healing from trauma is a journey, and as educators, we play a vital role in providing safe spaces where students feel understood, valued, and supported. Through compassion, patience, and trauma-informed practices, we can empower students on their path to healing and academic success. 💚 Let's foster environments where every student feels seen, heard, and capable of overcoming obstacles. Together, we can create a culture of empathy, resilience, and growth. #TraumaInformedEducation #HealingJourney #SupportiveClassrooms 📚🌱

🌟 Why Every Classroom Needs Trauma-Informed Practices: Unlocking Potential for All Students 🌟 According to The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), “One out of every four children attending school has been exposed to a traumatic event that can affect learning and/or behavior” (Smith, V. D., Jones, G. G., & Smith, K. A., 2019, P.2). 😔📚 Trauma can deeply impact students, making it challenging for them to build and maintain relationships with peers and teachers. 🤝 These students often focus more on negative aspects than positive ones, highlighting the need for supportive, trauma-informed practices to foster their success. What is Trauma-Informed Practice (TIP)? 🧠💡 TIP involves understanding the effects of trauma and toxic stress, and using this knowledge to foster recovery and resilience. Here’s how TIP can make a difference: Healing Disrupted Attachments: TIP helps repair broken connections, enabling students to form strong, trusting relationships. ❤️ Building Positive Relationships: Teachers can use TIP to create a nurturing environment, helping students develop confidence and engage positively with adults and peers. 🌟 Creating a Supportive Classroom: By implementing TIP, educators can transform attitudes and create a classroom where every student feels valued and supported. 🏫 Why It Matters: Every student needs an equal opportunity to grow and achieve their goals in a healthy and safe classroom. Educators, therefore, have an incredible opportunity to positively affect the lives of all children, including those who have experienced trauma. 🌈✨ Let’s work together to create inclusive, supportive spaces where every student can thrive! 🌟💪 #TraumaInformedPractice #Education #StudentSupport #Teaching #Empathy #PositiveRelationships #StudentSuccess

Teachers and school administrators, this one's for you! Explore how trauma-informed practices can make a huge difference in your students' lives. Dive into our new blog now! https://hubs.li/Q02G0_v80 #Education #GrowthMindset #TraumaInformed #StudentSuccess

🌟 Last week for you to sign up and join us at the Tipped 2 Flourish Conference and unlock a wealth of knowledge for educators! Here's what you can gain: 🧠 Wellbeing, young people, schools: Mental health, gender and discourses of moral panic: Prof. Katie Fitzpatrick - Explore the broader societal influences on mental health. - Understand the impact of colonisation, gender, ethnicity, and more on students' well-being. 💡 A million little things: Subtle shifts we can all make for the better: Dr Emma Woodward FRSA - Learn to implement trauma-informed approaches in education. - Address trauma through a compassionate, holistic lens. 🌀 My brain is not typical: What teachers can do to prevent cumulative trauma in neurodivergent students: Brooke Trenwith - Discover strategies to support neurodivergent students. - Create inclusive learning environments that cater to diverse needs. 🌏 Embracing Tino Rangitiratanga to prevent cumulative trauma: Laurayne Tafa - Advocate for equity and self-determination in education - Harness indigenous expertise to foster a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enrich your teaching practice and make a difference! Register now for #Tipped2FlourishConference! 🎓✨ https://bit.ly/Tip2024 PLUS SpinPoi Ltd will be running a practical session on regulation techniques using Poi #traumainformed #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #InclusionAndEquity

A strategy for building students’ capacity for emotion regulation. 🪫🔋 Invite students to make their own tool kit for ‘Turning Down the Volume’ on strong emotions. 🎙️ ‘Turning Down the Volume’ 🎚️ What activities help you when you are feeling strong and escalated emotions? 🧯 What songs help you feel calm? 📻 What are some healthy distractions for you? 📚 Who can you call to talk to? ☎️ What exercise body movements work for you? 💃🏻🕺 What else helps you feel calm? 😌 DM ‘Turning Down the Volume’ for a copy of the digital activity worksheet 🗒️ 📕 Reference: Trauma informed strengths based classrooms, teacher strategies for nurturing students, healing growth, and learning. Tom, Brunzell PhD and Jacolyn Norrish PhD. #Emotion #Emotions #EmotionRegulation #EmotionalIntelligence #EmotionalLiteracy #Classroom #Teaching #Teachers #InclusiveEducation #InclusiveSchools #TraumaInformed #TraumaInformedSchools #MindfulClassroom #MindfulTeachers #MindfulParents #Neurodiversity #NeurodiversityAffirming #DiverseClassroom #InclusionAndDiversity #EmotionSkills

Imagine you have the key to making learning a joy for your child. Ready to turn it?    That’s why we created “Unlocking Your Child’s Learning Potential” - a course for parents.    Whether you're navigating the early stages of education or looking to rekindle a love of learning in your child, this course is your guide. Led by experts in child education and developmental psychology.    What Makes this Course Unique:    📌Cutting-edge insights: learn about the cognitive skills that shape your child's learning journey.    📌Brain-compatible learning strategies: uncover the practical keys to faster, more effective learning that make the most sense for your unique learner.    📌Community connection: learn with and from other like-minded parents, as well as from expert neuroeducators.    Dive into strategies that make learning a delightful adventure and let us support you every step of the way. Ready to turn the key? https://lnkd.in/eSVqsju7   #UnlockLearningJoy #ParentingWin #EarlyEducationGuide #NeuroEducation #BrainBasedLearning #ChildLearningPotential #LearningAdventure #EducationalJourney #CognitiveSkillsBoost #CommunityLearning 

Did you know that abuse can significantly impact brain development, affecting memory, spatial navigation, and emotional regulation? Key Stats: -1 in 7 children experiences abuse or neglect annually. -Educated students are 50% more likely to seek help. -Trauma-informed schools see a 30% improvement in behaviour and grades. It's crucial to empower our students with this knowledge to build resilience and emotional well-being. By integrating our comprehensive curriculum, you can provide your students with the tools they need to understand and overcome these challenges, visit https://www.lishoyte.com/ Join us in creating a safer and more supportive learning environment. #schools #youngerminds #teenage #misogyny #abuse #coercivecontrol #mentalhealth #academics #emotionalwellbeing