When a child is exposed to violence or trauma, a law enforcement officer or CPS worker will contact the identified school personnel (superintendent’s designee) who will take the initial information (Handle With Care Notice).
The superintendent’s designee will then ensure notification is provided to appropriate school principals, nurses, guidance counselors/social workers, School Resource Officers, Registrars, and teacher(s).
Teachers will observe child’s behavior/academic performance and utilize trauma sensitive interventions as appropriate.
If child exhibits problems (emotional, behavioral, academic, physical, etc.), the teacher will refer the child to the school guidance counselors/social workers or nurse.
The school counselor will assess the child’s needs and determine if counseling/services are needed and make a recommendation.
The counselor or social worker will refer the caregiver/child for follow-up services as deemed appropriate.
The school will attempt to obtain written consent from the parent/guardian for care providers and school staff to communicate about the best interest of the child.
School to provide trauma sensitive training to ALL school employees. A process will be developed to alert appropriate school staff of the child’s exposure to violence.
School to provide space for law enforcement desensitization process.
School to provide space (if available) for specialized trauma therapist.
