SB1300: Trauma Learning Modules; DOE & VTSS-RIC to make modifications.

Legislative Summary

Department of Education; Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports Research and Implementation Center; Trauma Learning Modules; modifications; report. Directs the Department of Education to collaborate with the Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports Research and Implementation Center (VTSS-RIC) to modify the existing Trauma Learning Modules provided by VTSS-RIC to incorporate (i) the definitions of "childhood trauma" and "trauma-informed" provided in the bill and (ii) information and guidance on concepts including (a) the impacts of childhood trauma on a child's physical, emotional, and behavioral development and health; (b) the importance of mental health and wellness; (c) how to foster a trauma-informed classroom environment; (d) how to recognize the signs of childhood trauma in students; (e) how to respond when a student informs a teacher of a traumatic experience or exhibits signs that such student has had a traumatic experience; and (f) when and how to contact support services or other resources outside the classroom to ensure any student who has experienced trauma receives the necessary support. The bill requires the Department and the VTSS-RIC to provide the report required pursuant to the bill to the Governor and the General Assembly by November 1, 2023. Department of Education; Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports Research and Implementation Center; Trauma Learning Modules; modifications; report. Directs the Department of Education to collaborate with the Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports Research and Implementation Center (VTSS-RIC) to modify the existing Trauma Learning Modules provided by VTSS-RIC to incorporate (i) the definitions of "childhood trauma" and "trauma-informed" provided in the bill and (ii) information and guidance on concepts including (a) the impacts of childhood trauma on a child's physical, emotional, and behavioral development and health; (b) the importance of mental health and wellness; (c) how to foster a trauma-informed classroom environment; (d) how to recognize the signs of childhood trauma in students; (e) how to respond when a student informs a teacher of a traumatic experience or exhibits signs that such student has had a traumatic experience; and (f) when and how to contact support services or other resources outside the classroom to ensure any student who has experienced trauma receives the necessary support. The bill requires the Department and the VTSS-RIC to provide the report required pursuant to the bill to the Governor and the General Assembly by November 1, 2023.