The Trauma Tree was developed by a team of educators in response to the question, "How can we change the culture of our schools to improve outcomes for students with trauma?" Through the phases of the Design Thinking process (discovery, interpretation, ideation, experimentation, and evolution), the Trauma Tree was born. It represents a tiered approach to response to trauma and dysfunction within school culture.
Tier one is focused on the staff within a school community and supporting them in understanding the impact of trauma on students, encouraging empathy. Tier two is focused on community awareness, uniting the school, parents, and community members by acknowledging challenges students face and exploring solutions through classes, workshops, and outreach programs. Tier three is focused on the students and shifting traditional processes within schools to establish a culture of empathy, acceptance, and communication through a restorative approach.
The Trauma Tree is a thinglink, which means that different parts of the graphic are linked to external resources. To access this interactive feature, simply scan the QR code. These resources can be customized for school communities based on their demographics and needs. If you have questions, comments, or additional resources to share, go to the blog page and join the Trauma Tree Open Source Collaboration Network.
Tier one is focused on the staff within a school community and supporting them in understanding the impact of trauma on students, encouraging empathy. Tier two is focused on community awareness, uniting the school, parents, and community members by acknowledging challenges students face and exploring solutions through classes, workshops, and outreach programs. Tier three is focused on the students and shifting traditional processes within schools to establish a culture of empathy, acceptance, and communication through a restorative approach.
The Trauma Tree is a thinglink, which means that different parts of the graphic are linked to external resources. To access this interactive feature, simply scan the QR code. These resources can be customized for school communities based on their demographics and needs. If you have questions, comments, or additional resources to share, go to the blog page and join the Trauma Tree Open Source Collaboration Network.