H319: Childhood Trauma, Promoting Healing, Resilience, and Hope in Schools

Schools are essential environments for student learning and growth but trauma can significantly disrupt children’s development. This module examines how traumatic experiences affect neurobiological, psychological, and social functioning, emphasizing the child’s broader ecological context, including families, schools, communities, and cultural systems. Students will explore trauma-informed principles that foster healing and resilience across the school ecosystem. The module highlights culturally and developmentally responsive strategies, including multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and both group and individual therapeutic approaches used in school settings. Through lectures, case studies, discussions, and experiential learning, students will build the knowledge and practical skills needed to create trauma-responsive learning environments. All participants must complete a brief Enrollment Survey prior to registration to help the teaching team better understand individual learning goals and needs.