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Department of Prevention & Intervention (DPI) Resources

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Trauma-informed practices to support students who are experiencing or have experienced childhood trauma are more urgent than ever. Here are five essential trauma-informed practices: 1.) Set up a welcoming virtual classroom. 2.) Practice self-care and work from your strengths. 3.) It's all about relationships. 4.) Use consistent routines coupled with positive interactions.

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department of prevention & Intervention VOL. II It's important to keep in mind that while we're all in this together, each person has unique life circumstances that may cause more or less acute concern. Leading with compassion and empathy is more critical than ever.

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department of prevention & Intervention VOL. III May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it has never been more important than this year. Until now, there were still some people who believed that mental health wasn't everyone's concern.

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department of prevention & Intervention VOL. IV Think about a time you felt nervous or worried. What did you do to make yourself feel better? The rapid changes to day-to-day life can lead to fear and anxiety for students, families and educators.

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Supporting the SEL needs of students and families is perhaps one of the most urgent concerns facing school systems right now. The reality is that while schools are closed, students may be experiencing abuse, neglect, community violence, and a host of other stressors.

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department of prevention & Intervention VOL. VI The following is a list of ideas that teachers can utilize to provide closure for students at the end of the school year. It includes ideas for activities, links and circle prompt questions by grade level bands. Please download the document below.

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department of prevention & Intervention VOL. VII What is your favorite genre of music? What is the best thing that happened to you this year? If you can go anywhere at this moment, where would it be? For many parents, talking to their children about the nationwide protests following the death of George Floyd may seem daunting.