From Trauma to Triumph: Resilience Based Strategies for Improved Student Behavior

Discover a Better Way to Support Students—Starting with Resilience Student behavior is communication. When students act out, shut down, or seem disengaged, it's often rooted in trauma. But how can schools respond in ways that are supportive and effective—without burning out the educators doing the work? Join us for a powerful, free panel discussion that dives into what it really means to be trauma-informed—and how schools can build resilient environments where both students and educators thrive. You’ll hear from expert educator and speaker Joe Antonelli, along with leaders from The WhyTry Organization and the National Alternative Education Association (NAEA), as we explore practical, resilience-based strategies that help shift mindsets, reduce disruptive behavior, and build stronger relationships between students and staff. This session is perfect for: - Classroom teachers - Counselors and school psychologists - School and district administrators - Behavior interventionists and support staff What You’ll Learn: - The most common misconceptions about trauma and student behavior - How to begin shifting from traditional discipline to a trauma-responsive approach - Ways educators can build their own resilience while supporting students - The role of safe, stable, nurturing relationships in real behavior change - Simple, ready-to-use strategies you can apply in your school today