TRAUMA BEHAVIORS IN SCHOOLS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY FOCUSING ON ELEMENTARY EDUCATORS’ PERCEPTIONS OF TRAUMA-INFORMED PRACTICES

March 3, 2025

Categories: Dissertation Defense Tags: Educational Leadership

Doctoral Candidate Name: Sarah Williams Wright
Program: Educational Leadership
Defense Date and Time: March 12, 2025 – 12:00 PM
Defense Location: Zoom https://charlotte-edu.zoom.us/j/96043625521 Meeting ID: 960 4362 5521
Committee chair’s Name: Dr. Rebecca Shore
Committee Members: Dr. Adam Adwell, Dr. Jim Watson, Dr. Kristie Opiola
Abstract:

This dissertation explores elementary educators’ perceptions of trauma-informed practices (TIPs) in schools. It examines how teachers develop knowledge of childhood trauma, its classroom manifestations, and implementation of TIPs. The study investigates challenges in identifying trauma-related behaviors and educators’ preparedness, aiming to improve teacher training and school-wide TIP implementation.