Learning Opportunities

TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 TEACHERS, EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS AND LEARNING COACHES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND

Understanding the effects of trauma in childhood is essential for creating a welcoming, caring, respectful, and safe learning environment. Focusing on healthy relationships and positive discipline can improve student engagement and school culture.

In this session, we will explore how trauma or adverse experiences affect the brain and lives of students and how we can create safe environments. Discuss safe and caring ways to support students in handling emotions, regulating, and relating to others.

In this session we will:

• Understand brain development and how it impacts learning and behaviour
• Explore the role of self-regulation and co-regulation as tools to support students
• Discuss the promotion of healthy relationships as a whole school approach to creating safety and belonging for all.