WI DPI Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools to Improve Learning

Links to a variety of resources to help schools support students affected by trauma. The information you find here can serve as a starting point in understanding the intersection of trauma and education.

Using Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) to Help Schools Become More Trauma-Sensitive

PBIS model adapted to depict how critical Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Values can be infused across the PBIS Framework and the Key Areas that should be addressed in a trauma-sensitive school.

Trauma and Grief Resources

A list of resources from the Center for Health and Healthcare in School, including types of trauma, tips to talk to kids about shootings, and disaster response.

DPI Resources for Safe and Respectful Schools

Links to Additional Response Resources and Requirements for School Safety

Psychological First Aid for Schools(PFA-S)

Psychological First Aid for Schools is an evidence-informed approach for assisting children, adolescents, adults, and families in the aftermath of a school crisis, disaster, or terrorism event.  The National Child Traumatic Stress Network and the National Center for PTSD are pleased to make the Psychological First Aid for Schools Field Operations Guide and accompanying handouts available.