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.

Crisis Planning/Response Laura Landers Crisis Planning/Response Laura Landers

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.

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Trauma Basics Dougy Center Trauma Basics Dougy Center

What to Expect at Different Ages

Guide created by the Dougy Center to provide age-specific responses for young children who experience trauma or grief and how adults can help children experiencing trauma. The age specific groups include 0-2 years, 2-4 years, and 5-8 years.

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Crisis Planning/Response National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Crisis Planning/Response National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

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.

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School and Community Violence National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) School and Community Violence National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Mitigating Psychological Effects of Lockdowns

Checklist created by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) to discuss the effect of lockdowns on students' mental health and perception of safety and includes guidance on assisting students before, during, and after lockdown drills in a trauma-informed manner to mitigate negative effects of lockdowns.

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Suicide Prevention/Response National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Suicide Prevention/Response National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools (2nd Edition)

Toolkit created by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) that provides guidance and tools for postvention, a term used to describe activities that can help people cope with the emotional distress resulting from a suicide and prevent additional trauma that could lead to further suicidal behavior and deaths, especially among people who are vulnerable.

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School and Community Violence National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) School and Community Violence National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Caregivers

One pager created by the National Association for School Psychologists (NASP) to provide information for caregivers and school educators on helping provide stability, normalcy, and safety for children after acts of violence occur within the community.

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Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

Natural Disasters and Relocated Students with Special Needs: Recommendations for Receiving Schools

Fact sheet created by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) that offers suggestions and guidance for schools receiving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their school after a large-scale disaster that resulted in the student’s relocation.

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Trauma Basics National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) Trauma Basics National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)

Trauma Facts for Educators

One pager created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to help educators understand the impact of traumatic events on children, including how to identify potential impacts of trauma and help impacted children.

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