Partnership for Resilience

Since the passage of SB 100 a decade ago, the term “restorative justice” has become commonplace. Still many people do not fully understand what this needs- and values-based set of practices is and how to use it to build community and address harm in schools. In this Bite-Sized PD session, learn about the foundations of […]

Presented by Jessica Juarez, M.Ed., LPC, NCC, and Fausto Alejandro López, M.Ed. with Praxis Institute In this bite-sized workshop, we’ll explore practical approaches to amplifying youth voice in ways that strengthen meaningful connections between young people and adults. Participants will learn how to create spaces where youth feel secure and are empowered to share their […]

Interested and want to learn more about RSSI REACH CoPs? Join our informational session where we will discuss the structure, time commitment, and answer questions from interested participants.

Even a decade after SB 100, the term “restorative justice” is often misunderstood. A whole school, comprehensive approach that prioritizes proactive practices leads to improved school climate and academic achievement and overall, well-being. In this Bite-Sized PD session, learn about the foundations of restorative justice, both proactive and responsive practices and, how it dovetails with […]

Interested and want to learn more about RSSI REACH CoPs? Join our informational session where we will discuss the structure, time commitment, and answer questions from interested participants.

Overwhelmed? Let’s talk about it: what stress is, what causes it, how it manifests in the body, and then some ways to counteract it and some ways to prevent it. This session will be self-reflective with time for participants to work through their own situations and develop plans to help them move forward. Facilitated by […]

Presented by Tracey Serve with Crescent Educational Consultants  In this intensive 90-minute workshop, educators and youth workers will learn to recognize the early signs of burnout and develop proactive strategies to reboot their well-being. Moving beyond basic self-care tips, this workshop emphasizes actionable steps and systemic approaches to refreshing your professional outlook, focusing on both […]

Presented by Aleza Berube, M.Ed, with The Stress and Trauma Treatment Center In this professional learning, educators will learn: - to recognize warning signs of students before they escalate. - techniques to use to help students regulate their emotions. - how to respond to an escalated situation to minimize the negative impacts on learning - […]

Register: https://tinyurl.com/bitesizeAces2025 In this session you will be introduced to the science and impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Educators and professionals will explore how early exposure to trauma can shape a child’s brain development, behavior, and long-term health outcomes. Through interactive discussion and practical examples, participants will learn how toxic stress influences learning and […]

Regulation First: The Foundation of Learning This session explores how trauma impacts the brain’s stress response and why regulation is the starting point for all learning. Educators will learn strategies to help students (and themselves) move from survival mode toward calm, connected states. Practical tools for co-regulation and classroom rhythms will be shared. Earn 1.5 PDHs […]

Relationships that Heal: Building Connection in the Classroom Grounded in neuroscience, this session highlights the role of safe, consistent relationships in buffering the effects of trauma and fostering resilience. Educators will explore strategies for cultivating trust, belonging, and classroom community. Participants will leave with approaches to strengthen relational practices that enhance both academic and emotional […]

Reasoning and Resilience: Unlocking the Upstairs Brain The final session focuses on helping students access their higher-order thinking skills once they feel regulated and connected. Educators will learn how to create conditions that support critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. This session emphasizes resilience as the integration of emotional safety with cognitive growth. Earn 1.5 PDHs […]