Chicago, IL – NASP Annual Convention

Students and educators are showing signs of trauma in real time — escalating conflict, withdrawal, chronic absenteeism, anxiety, and burnout — as schools navigate diversifying communities, AI disruption, and ongoing fears of violence.
In this session, Dr. Isaiah Pickens explores how school systems can move beyond reactive approaches and build a relationship-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive (TICR) climate.
Participants will leave with:

• A practical transformation roadmap for school mental health teams
• Strategies for strengthening relational trust and well-being
• Insights from Dr. Pickens’ forthcoming book on Brave Schools

Important note: Attendance for this session requires registration for the NASP Annual Convention.

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Host or Publisher National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)