Trauma-Informed Teaching for High School

Teaching with Valor Podcast: A Veteran Teachers Perspective

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Welcome back to the Teaching with Valor Podcast. I'm your host, Don Fessenden, and today we’re diving deep into a topic that is incredibly relevant and vital for educators everywhere—trauma-informed teaching, particularly in the high school setting.
The truth is, many of our students come to us carrying experiences and emotions that we can't always see or understand. Trauma can manifest in so many ways—through behavior, academic struggles, or even silence. And while we may not be able to change the experiences they’ve faced, we do have the power to create a classroom environment where they feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.
Show Notes
For more information on this topic check out the following resources:

• Souers, Kristin and Hall, Pete – "Fostering Resilient Learners: Strategies for Creating a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom": A guide to understanding and implementing trauma-informed practices.
• Edutopia – Trauma-Informed Teaching Strategies: www.edutopia.org - Articles and videos on trauma-informed practices for educators.
• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) – Educator Resources: www.nctsn.org - Resources on understanding and supporting students affected by trauma.
• Teaching Tolerance – Trauma-Informed Teaching: www.tolerance.org - Tools and strategies for building a trauma-sensitive classroom.
• ASCD – Trauma-Sensitive Schools Resources: www.ascd.org - Professional development resources for educators on trauma-informed teaching.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and remember, every student is unique, and every classroom can be a place where all students succeed. Keep teaching with valor!