As an educator, you play a vital role in supporting the emotional, social, and academic well-being of your students. When you have students who are adopted, fostered, or in kinship care, it’s essential to understand their unique experiences and needs.

Why is it important to know a child’s care situation?

Positive Outcomes: Research shows that children who can learn healthy attachments in families have better outcomes in academics, relationships, careers, mental health and physical well-being. This reduces the need for residential treatment centers, reduces the amount of children in juvenile detention centers, and builds strong families and communities.

How can you learn more about your students’ care situations?

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Real-Life Example:

Consider the case of Sarah, a fifth-grade student who is in foster care. Sarah often struggles to focus in class and has difficulty making friends. By understanding that Sarah may have experienced trauma in her past, her teacher was able to provide additional support, such as creating a predictable classroom routine and offering opportunities for social interaction. As a result, Sarah’s academic performance and social skills improved significantly.

By taking the time to learn about your students’ care situations, you can better understand their unique needs and provide the support they deserve.

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— NEXT ONLINE COURSE STARTS ON Sep 24TH —

TBRI® Fall Virtual Online Training

ANY parents of kids and caregivers who’ve had trauma — take a FREE, VIRTUAL TBRI® training offered for the first time in the evenings (Tuesday from 5:30-7:00, Sept. 24th – Dec. 17th), with trained therapists from The Baby Fold in Illinois. A zoom link will be sent to registered attendees closer to class time along with manuals for each section.