Is it Trauma or Is it Special Education?

Have you noticed that untreated trauma can lead to a special education diagnosis in children as it worsens over time? Are you tired of playing the “waiting game” for students to have their behavior or academics reach the point of special education qualification just to get them the support you know they need? Have you noticed your educators becoming increasingly frustrated with the bureaucracy as it impacts them and their mental health as well? This session discusses how to put supports in place for both adults and students that focuses on preventative strategies to reduce referrals to special education and addresses both the student and adult needs when dealing with traumatized students, families and staff.

Disclaimer: This is an introductory overview to a 3-day training on this topic for school personal and community supports.

Objectives

•Strategies and timeline for implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports

•Understanding of the 3 focus areas to an effective MTSS: Behavioral, Social Emotional and Academic

•Specific strategies for Tier I and Prevention for all 3 focus areas

•Toolbox for reducing referrals to special education through prevention and early intervention