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ETSU researcher says trauma‑informed leadership and reset spaces cut discipline and absenteeism at pilot sites
Summary
Dr. Ginger Christian described a systems‑based approach from the Strong Brain Institute that trains adults in schools and workplaces on trauma‑informed and resilience practices, noting reported reductions in office discipline referrals and chronic absenteeism at demonstration sites.
Dr. Ginger Christian, assistant professor in educational leadership and policy analysis at East Tennessee State University and a member of the Strong Brain Institute team, presented evidence from resilient schools pilot work and described leadership and system practices designed to support both students and adult staff.
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