Description
“Creating a Circle of Compassion: A Holistic Approach to Support Traumatized Students” is an interactive course based on recent research into neurobiology and well-being, and is targeted to educators, families, and mental health professionals who work with children within school settings. We will begin by exploring the Defence Cascade and discuss how trauma affects this natural human response to threat or stress, as well as the physiological and psychological effects that follow. Participants will be introduced to the Circle of Compassion, a framework that encapsulates our understanding of traumatization and well-being. This diagram integrates the impact of trauma; the theoretical understandings behind interventions to address the physiological, emotional, relational and educational needs of a child; and specific strategies to support a child’s healthy development. We will also explore four questions that contribute to creating a positive atmosphere during conferences as families are key players in supporting their child. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss their learning in small groups, create a resource based on flight/fight/fawn/freeze responses a child may demonstrate, use the Circle to develop interventions for a particular child, and facilitate meetings to develop student support plans.
Learning Outcomes
- Define trauma, traumatization, and different forms of adverse events children may experience (i.e. acute, chronic, complex, and developmental)
- Recognize the implications of physical and psychological trauma on children.
- Examine a framework for intervention that addresses a child’s physical, emotional, relational and educational needs.
- Discuss the personal well-being of adults, and their ability to co-regulate when students are dysregulated.
- Describe a restorative model to repair ruptures in relationships while developing accountability.
- Review a model for collaborating effectively with families and community partners.
Who Should Attend
This course is recommended for educators, administrators, staff, families, mental health practitioners and anyone who works with children particularly in school settings.
Course Dates & Format
There are no scheduled dates for this course at this time, however in-service is available.
This is a 6-hour training. This course consists of two 3-hour interactive virtual sessions using Zoom.
Instructor:
Anne Martin, BA, MA
Anne Martin is an Educational Consultant in London, Ontario, Canada. She was Principal with the Thames Valley District School Board for 18 years, and has previously worked as a Vice Principal, Classroom Teacher, Behaviour Intervention Specialist, and Educational Assistant. Born in Washington, DC, she obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and her Master’s Degree in Special Education and Human Development from The George Washington University prior to moving to Canada. She has further continued her education by obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Applied Educational Neuroscience through Butler University. Ms. Martin has specialized in supporting students and staff who have histories of traumatic experiences and has provided leadership in her roles as a Principal Mentor, Co-Chair of the Traumatic Events Response Team, and System Leader on a team tasked with reducing student suspensions and expulsions through the implementation of trauma-informed practices.
Training Fee
Group Registration: Save 20% off individual fee with group registration of 4 or more participants. Download the group registration form HERE.
Continuing Education Information
Licensing boards and professional organizations will grant Continuing Education credits for attendance at their discretion when participants submit the course outline and certificate.
In-Service
This is available as an in-person or virtual in-service training and customized to suit your needs.
