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.
Natural Disasters: Brief Facts and Tips
Fact sheet created by the National Association for School Psychologists (NASP) to provide advice for caregivers on how to help children who might be experiencing traumatic responses because of a natural disaster.
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.
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.
Helping Youth after Community Trauma: Tips for Educators
One pager created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to offer advice on how educators can help children who experience the impact of trauma.
Helping Young Children with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
One pager created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to offer tips for caregivers of young children on how to help children navigate feelings around traumatic grief.
Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
One pager created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to inform caregivers of teens how teenagers can be affected by grief and loss.
Helping School-Age Children with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers
Fact sheet created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to provide caregivers with information on how grief and loss impacts children.
Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event
Fact sheet created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to discuss how children of different ages respond to traumatic events.
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.
Self-Care for Educators
Fact sheet created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to provide tips for teachers on self-care, especially with educators who work with any child who has experienced trauma.
After the Tornado: Helping Young Children Heal
Checklist created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to provide tips for caregivers and educators on re-establishing safety with children after a natural disaster, such as a tornado.
Tips for Parents and Caregivers on Media Coverage of Traumatic Events
Fact sheet created by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) to advise caregivers on how to monitor media coverage of traumatic events for children.