In this 6-hour interactive session, participants will explore practical strategies for managing behavior crises in school settings, focusing on prevention, de-escalation, and post-crisis support. Through a combination of expert-led discussions, group activities, role-playing, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain the skills necessary to effectively handle situations that may lead to physical restraint.
Why This Session Matters
- Creating a Safer, More Supportive Environment
- By developing clear, structured crisis response protocols, we ensure that students and staff are better protected during behavior escalations, leading to safer and more supportive school environments.
- Improving Emotional Regulation and De-escalation Skills
- This session equips educators and staff with essential de-escalation skills to manage behavior crises effectively, fostering an environment where students feel heard, understood, and supported.
- Building Stronger Relationships with Students
- Learning and implementing effective practices after a crisis helps rebuild trust, repair relationships, and prevent future conflicts, creating a positive school culture and improving student engagement.
- Empowering Staff with the Tools They Need
- When staff are confident in their crisis response skills, they feel more capable of handling challenging behaviors, reducing stress and increasing overall school morale and effectiveness.
- Reducing the Need for Physical Restraint
- Implementing proper de-escalation techniques and crisis protocols minimizes the likelihood of physical restraint and focuses on non-violent, compassionate approaches to resolving conflicts.
By the end of the session, participants will:
- Understand the key components of a non-violent crisis intervention approach.
- Be able to create or refine a behavior crisis response protocol tailored to their campus.
- Explore effective strategies for responding to behavior escalations before, during, and after a restraint.
- Strengthen their ability to use trauma-informed and de-escalation skills in real-time situations.
- Collaborate with peers to develop actionable plans for their crisis team.