Topic: School Age

NC School Age Trauma Resource Series – Section 1: Understanding School Age Trauma

Trauma is quickly becoming a topic of concern in our nation’s school age programs. Research from the National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative highlights that over two-thirds of the nation’s youth face at least one traumatic event by the time they turn 16 years old (NCTSI, Understanding Child Trauma, 2015). Data from the National Council on… Continue reading NC School Age Trauma Resource Series – Section 1: Understanding School Age Trauma

Powerful Trauma-Sensitive Practices You Need To Know by Jon Williams

American youth are in the midst of a psychological crisis. From dealing with the pressures of a global pandemic and enduring the stress of racial injustice to coping with the everyday struggles of life, young people in the United States are experiencing an unprecedented amount of personal trauma.

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7 Keys to Starting a Successful School Age Program

Successful school age care is important for North Carolina to thrive. Afterschool and summer camp programs provide students with a safe avenue to learn, play, and socially develop outside of traditional school hours. Additionally, school age programs are a critical infrastructure resource in times of emergency situations, natural disasters, and public health and safety concerns.… Continue reading 7 Keys to Starting a Successful School Age Program

School Age Materials Toolkit

Effective school age care environments require a diverse range of materials that must meet the needs of all enrolled students. Meeting these specific needs requires crafting activity areas geared for younger children, while simultaneously challenging older students in the group. For this process to flow smoothly, group leaders and program directors must think intentionally about… Continue reading School Age Materials Toolkit