Resource Library
This library offers curated resources selected by the Trauma Resource Initiative for Schools (T R I S) team. These materials are designed to support educators, administrators, school mental health professionals, and families in promoting student well-being and building resilient school communities. You can browse by topic, publication date, or audience, as well as use the search function to locate specific tools, templates, or reference materials. All materials are attributed to the original source.
If you are in need of assistance or would like to request specific resources, our T R I S team is happy to help. Contact us for specific resource needs in schools and communities.
Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans
This guide was created by six Federal agencies to help schools create, review, and maintain customized and comprehensive school emergency operations plans (EOPs).
Guidelines for Schools Responding to a Death by Suicide
Guide created by the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles and the National Crisis for School Crisis and Bereavement to help school administrators, teachers, and crisis team members respond to the needs of students and staff after a suicide has impacted the school environment, as well as when an individual student's life may be impacted by a suicide within the student's family. Ideas are offered to addressing the issue of suicide, including how to talk to children about this difficult topic.
Creating Effective Child- and Family-Focused Disaster Behavioral Health Messages on Social Media
Toolkit created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) informs school administrators and educators on how to develop a social media policy and plan, constructing messages for various disasters and audiences, and managing social media accounts.
Supporting Students with Disabilities during School Crisis
An article discussing developing emergency plans and support for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities during a crisis.