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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:00 PM EST

Good evening #vachat ers! Remember to invite a friend! #edchat Please tell us who you are, where you are and what you do in ed! #ToughTopic

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:02 PM EST

Christine. Elementary gifted specialist. Charlottesville. Recovering from the flu, even though I had a shot. #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:02 PM EST

Good evening. Reed, HS AP from Charlottesville. Hope everyone had a great President's Day! Who was off? #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:03 PM EST

I'm Phil, principal at Natural Bridge Elem and your moderator for tonight. Never before have I wishedI had choosen another topic.. #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:03 PM EST

We had a PD day in Feb for the first time in years because of no snow. #vachat

NikkiDRobertson Feb 20 @ 8:04 PM EST

Pls help spread the word to school librarians in your area #vachat https://t.co/gVmvH5Uqk6 Thanks!

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:04 PM EST

Sadly it only protects for those strains they think will be heavy this year. #lotsofguessin #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:04 PM EST

Why so? It's an important topic. #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:04 PM EST

Oh I know and getting the shot and getting the flu is still better than getting it w/o the shot. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:04 PM EST

Not me! my school was rocking and rolling today, we even had our students. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:05 PM EST

the more I thought about it, the more I longed for more than 140 characters to respond with.. very involved topic. #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:06 PM EST

Absolutely true. No easy answers here. #vachat

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kavester Feb 20 @ 8:06 PM EST

Hi from Richmond. Had a great day off even though I didn't realize I had it off until Saturday night. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:06 PM EST

Q1: When you think of trauma and children what types of incidents come to mind? #Vachat #edchat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:07 PM EST

Ditto! Did have a lot of Ss out today. Finished bus duty 5 minutes early...why can't that happen when it's freezing #vachat

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kavester Feb 20 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: mainly abuse and death I think those two have been the prevalent ones #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:08 PM EST

A1: Housing/food insecure students, abuse, divorce, domestic violence. #vachat

MrDeSando Feb 20 @ 8:08 PM EST

I'm Todd, an ITRT in Spotsylvania. No off day for us today, snow makeup day, but I'm fine with it. #vachat

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hello from Richmond. This is my first twitter chat, so I'm still learning. Excited about the topic. #vachat

ErinWest_ITRT Feb 20 @ 8:09 PM EST

Erin popping in and out tonight as I try to hang with my two crazy boys before bedtime. #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:09 PM EST

Excellent! Welcome. If you make it habit, make sure you use Tweetdeck or similar: Easier to follow. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:09 PM EST

A1: abuse either verbal, sexual, physical... also drug use and mental illness (in guardians/parents) #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:10 PM EST

Thanks for joining us #vachat A repeat topic but one worth repeating!!!

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:08 PM EST

Hello from Richmond. This is my first twitter chat, so I'm still learning. Excited about the topic. #vachat

EduGladiators Feb 20 @ 8:10 PM EST

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:11 PM EST

Divorce... I always struggle with that being trauma. it can be a traumatic episode. #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:12 PM EST

We've had some trauma specialists in to speak w/staff. It's not a blanket divorce=trauma, but in some it can be. #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:12 PM EST

Hi from Spotsylvania! I'm a school social worker. This is a topic near and dear to my heart. #vachat #edchat

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mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:13 PM EST

Hi I'm Meghan Campana from Henrico. As with @booksanddaisies this is my first Twitter chat. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:13 PM EST

glad to have you along tonight! #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:14 PM EST

Q2: Isn’t this trauma/PTSD crap just an excuse for students to be lazy/act out without consequences? Shouldn’t they just suck it up? #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:14 PM EST

Homeless, being bullied, situation in native lands, PTSD can all be trauma causers #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:15 PM EST

Welcome, I worked in Henrico for 5 years Holladay and Greenwood. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:15 PM EST

By the way Q2 came about as did this topic from a recent conversation I had with a noneducator #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: So easy to think that way & I get it. Until you see it in action, it's hard to comprehend. Seeing it in a 5 yo is heartbreaking. #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Trauma causes physical changes to the brain. It's fascinating research! #edchat #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:17 PM EST

@LiviAnn5 @philgriffins I think educators need to do a better job of explaining this to the public at large. #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:16 PM EST

A2: Trauma causes physical changes to the brain. It's fascinating research! #edchat #vachat
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booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: No, I believe students behave as a form of communication. If they're stressed, their behavior shows it. #vachat #hcpsethics

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:17 PM EST

A2: Loaded Q, but some Ss misuse real events. 99.998% probably don't but it's that ultra-minority that causes cynicism #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:18 PM EST

Basically the man said he survived getting his A** beat on a daily basis, we're just coddling these kids & raising a bunch of wimps #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:18 PM EST

A2: The scientific proof of the effects of trauma on the child extends to adulthood (psych and medical) #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:18 PM EST

I don't disagree, but it's been my experience that primary Ss don't understand the why and that's scarier. #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:19 PM EST

Chris from Richmond VA area HS Soc Sci T, undercover genius and nerdy guy extraordinaire #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:19 PM EST

Counselors & I are rolling out a training for teachers on this. Different brains can't learn the same way! #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:19 PM EST

It truly is amazing to look at the research. #vachat

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kavester Feb 20 @ 8:19 PM EST

A2: Many times I don't think Ts are aware of what their Ss are going through so it's hard not to think they are just being lazy. #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:20 PM EST

I've seen some of that. It's too bad we didn't know more when he was younger. Maybe he'd be more empathetic today. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:21 PM EST

Paulette, welcome we are glad to have you aboard. Don't forget to use #vachat so that everyone can see and hear you!

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:21 PM EST

We have to reach their hearts and souls before we reach their minds #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:21 PM EST

I think that goes back to finding ways to build r-ships w/Ss. When you see "lazy" find out why. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:21 PM EST

Reading my mind... I have a question for this! #vachat

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mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:22 PM EST

A2: I think that PTSD can sometimes feel like a load of crap but it has very real effects on both Ss and Ts #vachat #hcpsethics

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:22 PM EST

Q3: Going to be a little personal... Has trauma ever impacted your ability to learn? How did it impact your education/learning? #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:23 PM EST

Do you see this at the high school? #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:23 PM EST

I also have the issue of alcohol, drug, sexual abuse. Also see other stressors that can kill grades and attitudes #vachat

mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: When my parents got divorced. I was so focused on what was going on at home I stopped paying attention in class #vachat #hcpsethics

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:24 PM EST

A3: I know that high levels of stress impact my ability to learn. I can't imagine how long term trauma impacts students. #vachat

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:25 PM EST

I have. Too often. #vachat

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mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:25 PM EST

Also my sister got a concussion in 2012 and is still dealing with repercussions to this day #vachat #hcpsethics

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:25 PM EST

You start paying hyperattention to that, makes it difficult to focus on the math topic for the day. #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:25 PM EST

A3: Looking back? I can think of a time that might qualify. School didn't seem to matter b/c there were other things that did. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:26 PM EST

That's stunning... #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:26 PM EST

Yes! Check out the book "Fostering Resilient Learners"! Phenomenal resource for educators. #vachat #edchat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:26 PM EST

A3: On the other hand, it could just be I'm a bit of a slacker. Hard to say from such a distance. #vachat

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3: I've seen some serious crap in my personal life when I was in HS in NV. Suicide, rape, post-abortion trauma, the abuses...☹️ #vachat

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:27 PM EST

I agree. When I'm stressed, it impacts my concentration. Daily, complex trauma has a big impact. #vachat #hcpsethics

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:27 PM EST

Q4; in one minute! #vachat

ErinWest_ITRT Feb 20 @ 8:27 PM EST

A3 1/2 Absolutely. I taught overseas at a military base with 100% of my students with a parent in active duty, my spouse included #vachat

ErinWest_ITRT Feb 20 @ 8:28 PM EST

A3 2/2 during height of Iraq War. My spouse included. Trauma inhibited our ability to learn and at times my ability to teach. #vachat

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:28 PM EST

Thanks! Just got this book for a work book club but haven't started it. Looking forward to it now. #vachat #hcpsethics

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:28 PM EST

Heh. I tell my Ss it's best to know your weaknesses so you can mitigate them. I learned from experience! #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:28 PM EST

Trauma-informed practices can benefit every student. We should treat every kid as if they have experienced trauma. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:28 PM EST

Q$: In your experience, what gives students affected by trauma the most difficulty in school? #vachat #edchat

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:29 PM EST

and disappointing. But some Ss are so self-absorbed, they will use anything to avoid their own feelings of inadequacy. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:29 PM EST

some hard knock stuff there... #vachat

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kavester Feb 20 @ 8:30 PM EST

A3: I think it was easier for Ts to help Ss deal w: trauma. Less pressure for test scores. More time for those personal relationship #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:30 PM EST

Powerful example of how stress and the hormones that go along with impact us even in adulthood. #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:30 PM EST

Fear of being negatively judged or deemed inferior by peers, Ts, Admin, Parents #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:30 PM EST

A4: Pressure. The need to get stuff done rightthissecond. No time to think, to process, to do anything but fight or flight. #vachat

mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: They are so concerned with everything outside of school that school becomes secondary. #vachat #hcpsethics

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:31 PM EST

Some of it was friends, some of it was me, some just classmates. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:31 PM EST

Bonus round... double your money! #YupQ4 #vachat

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:31 PM EST

A4: Low sense of self, depression, the inability to maintain focus #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Building healthy relationships w/ staff and peers. Amazing how this impacts their ability to engage. #vachat #edchat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:32 PM EST

A4: Rewiring a brain is hard work. Constant pressure to get stuff done can't possibly help, especially in already struggling Ss. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:33 PM EST

A4: For me it is their ability to develop higher level thinking skills, executive functions, and trust in the adults around them #vachat

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:33 PM EST

#vachat I think there should be mental health counselors in all schools. Of course their job would be to handle issues of this nature

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:33 PM EST

Good point. #vachat #hcpsethics

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:34 PM EST

I also recommend Paul Tough's books! Much more theoretical and less practical, but they get you thinking. #vachat

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TiawanaG - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:34 PM EST

#vachat: We have social workes & psychologist.

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:33 PM EST

#vachat I think there should be mental health counselors in all schools. Of course their job would be to handle issues of this nature

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:34 PM EST

I was discussing the fact that we could keep a person like that busy all day, every day! #vachat

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:34 PM EST

Trauma negatively impacts cognition, classroom behavior and ability to build positive relationships #vachat

SparkyTeaching Feb 20 @ 8:35 PM EST

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:35 PM EST

Trust is key! #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:35 PM EST

We have some outside agencies in our building, but they are really only scratching the surface. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:36 PM EST

Q5... coming right up. being honest with myself, I did this an awful lot starting out... #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:36 PM EST

I am a social worker and I have a caseload of two schools. I could do so much more with just one! #vachat

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booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:37 PM EST

We're usually spread out among multiple schools, but it would be great to have more mental health support at each school. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:37 PM EST

Q5: How do teacher undermine their attempt to build relationships with traumatized students? #vachat

mscampana_hcps Feb 20 @ 8:38 PM EST

A5: Teachers can push students so much that students get turned off. #hcpsethics #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: In the moment, it's hard to remember to stop, take a breath, & think. We take it personally, we poke instead of pulling back. #vachat

TiawanaG - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:39 PM EST

#Vachat I agree. Our Social Worker is at 2 schools also.

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:36 PM EST

I am a social worker and I have a caseload of two schools. I could do so much more with just one! #vachat
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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:39 PM EST

A5: We place the importance of our classes ahead of the needs of our students #vachat

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:39 PM EST

#vachat Social workers have a different role. They are not there daily. The psychologist intervenes from an academic perspective.

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: No power struggles. It's not about you. You have to be patient & intentional. Consistency = safety for these kids. #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: Looking at it from an adult view instead of the view of the Ss. Hard to remove self from the situation. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:40 PM EST

A5: I'll own my mistakes... I dismissed it as lazy, I engaged inpower struggles, and I would "misdiagnois" it as ADHD #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:42 PM EST

Took me years to learn about power struggles... now I preach it. #vachat

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virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:42 PM EST

#vachat I agree. They have so many responsibilities when they get home and sometimes lack love and support from family c

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:42 PM EST

A5: one more... just because a kid has a button, doesn't mean we have to push it... tough to rememer when frustrated #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:42 PM EST

"Misdiagnosing for ADHD"...oh Lord, that's the truth! #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:43 PM EST

Students definitely struggle to see it from someone else's perspective. #vachat

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:43 PM EST

A5: So easy for us to get caught up in the moment where we're not focused on the student's emotional state and needs. 25+ other Ss #vachat

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:44 PM EST

#vachat what is the proper way to handle power struggles? Do we ignore or try to coddle the students?

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:44 PM EST

I hear this WAY too often. #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:44 PM EST

@philgriffins Has everyone heard of Adverse Childhood Experiences study? Most important public health discovery of our lifetime. #vachat

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

A Lesson I Learned From A Sleeping Student https://t.co/ytnwU1G2eL #vachat Hint: he was in trauma state and I didn't realize it

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

A Lesson I Learned From A Sleeping Student https://t.co/li5AcXSCF0 #vachat Hint: he was in trauma state and I didn't realize it

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

Ts do the same. We get so focused on SOLs and other garbage, we forget we're dealing w/kids. #vachat

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SparkyTeaching Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

Working on awesome! Loads more here: https://t.co/nsLlJHnzyL #digitaledchat #vachat #edtechchat #onesylchat #nyedchat #tlap

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

Great question... I am going to go.. it depends.. Planned ignoring can be a great option. quiet conv. #vachat

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

Behavior is a message. We forget that sometimes. Too often, it's a cry for help. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:45 PM EST

DO you have a link? #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:47 PM EST

Q6: How can you best reach and support students that have been touched by trauma? #vachat

booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:47 PM EST

Have you read "The Body Keeps Score"? Similarly theoretical but so good! #vachat #hcpsethics

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LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:48 PM EST

It's on my list for this summer, when I can really focus! 😂 #vachat

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EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:48 PM EST

A6: Take a deep breath and think before you engage. Offer to be a non-judgmental ear. Be a safe space. #vachat

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

#vachat This is an excellent topic!!

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

Don't call them out in front of others you are in charge, a disruption doesn't change that. #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

A6: I've told my Ss that my room is a sanctuary. What happens in WilliamsWorld, stays in WilliamsWorld. (within reason) They get it #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

Cliche but we need to start by creating a safe social, emotional, academic environment #vachat

kavester Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

#vachat A5: not in the classroom full time but I witness many Ts who have stopped listening to their Ss.

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:49 PM EST

Depends on the student. You have to assess the situation and meet them where they are. #vachat

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booksanddaisies Feb 20 @ 8:50 PM EST

Q6: Build a relationship, be someone they can trust. #vachat #hcpsethics

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: I always sought to be consistent, and I worked extra hard to find their strengths and interests. #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: Ridiculous, but math specialist & I keep a supply of stuffed animals in the room. Ss grab one: hugging, talking to it, rocking, #vachat

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:50 PM EST

A6: I also let them know that if I don't have a way to help, I'll get them someone who can. No judging. Just help. Ss respond to it #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:51 PM EST

Ouch... #vachat burnout or due to stress being placed upon them... or just plain old apathy?

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:51 PM EST

We need to teach the whole child (mindfulness, self-regulation, health, etc.) and give them opportunities to practice and perfect #vachat

EspoLearns Feb 20 @ 8:51 PM EST

A6: Helps make classroom a safer space. When life is rough, there's an ear who will never judge. Adorable and heartbreaking. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:52 PM EST

I know the snacks I kept in my office was often just an excuse to come see, talk and often be heard by someone. #vachat

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kavester Feb 20 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6: being consistent and always having an open door to chat. Showing them I was always willing to listen #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:53 PM EST

I have about a dozen more questions.. so a couple rapid fire to answer and think about #vachat

virtuouswoman46 Feb 20 @ 8:53 PM EST

#vachat While they are with us, make their day safe and enjoyable. Of course try to put them in contact with resources.

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:53 PM EST

Q7:What educational strategies would you use to help traumatized students succeed academically? #vachat

rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:54 PM EST

Glad you mentioned consistency. So important and often overlooked. Are we always there, 100% #vachat

kavester Feb 20 @ 8:52 PM EST

A6: being consistent and always having an open door to chat. Showing them I was always willing to listen #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q8: What community based supports do you have or would you like to have to support traumatized students? #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:54 PM EST

Q9: What PD would you like to have to support students impacted by trauma? (Have you had any good PD on this topic?) Books also! #vachat

mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:56 PM EST

A7: I'm terrible at this. I just listen& help them set up sched to get my CW done. Cruel world won't stop for their probs & issues #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:56 PM EST

I find these Ss often act out more in classroom, because it is safe to act out there.. I am not going to scream/hit #vachat

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rggillespie - Moderator Feb 20 @ 8:56 PM EST

Q7: Give students the opportunity to build relationships. Team activities, collaboration, projects, class meetings. #vachat

LiviAnn5 Feb 20 @ 8:57 PM EST

A8: Mental health profs in the school is a good place to start, but our caseloads are more than double the reccs. #vachat

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mrwilliamsworld Feb 20 @ 8:57 PM EST

A8 & A9: Don't know the answer to this. No cookie cutter. Depends on Ss and their specific needs. #vachat

philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:57 PM EST

Listening is under rated. How many adults in their life don't take time to even do that. #vachat

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:58 PM EST

Wow... just wow. #vachat tough to make meaningful impact being pulled in so many directions.

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philgriffins Feb 20 @ 8:59 PM EST

I want to thank everyone for their thoughtful ideas, conversation and their support for all of our studnets. Have a great night! #vachat