Course Overview
Develop an understanding of the ways that early trauma may impact student development and growth and discover ways to support children’s resilience and mental well being. Explore how daily interactions, classroom routines and teacher mindset can support children’s classroom success and create an environment that encourages positive outcomes for every student.
Course Learning Objectives:
In this course, participants will have opportunity:
- Develop an understanding of the impact of early childhood trauma.
- Explore practices that create a trauma informed environment.
- Reflect on student needs through a framework of humanity and resilience.
- Create a plan for implementing trauma informed strategies with your students.
Instructor
Colleen Wilkinson
- American Montessori Society Credentialed Teacher, Texas School Directors Certificate, 15+ years in the classroom and 5+ years as a school administrator
- Consultant and Teacher Educator who specializes in trauma informed discipline practice, Facilitator of support groups for adoptive families
- Colleen's goal is to support teachers as they develop a trauma informed mindset and feel empowered to support students.
- Colleen's personal interests are volunteer work in her local school district, disability rights advocacy, travel and spending time with her family.