Not-To-Miss Workshops for Counselors & Social Workers – CTSS2026
Calling all Social Workers & School Counselors! We know how critical you are to creating trauma-sensitive schools. This is why CTSS has always had important information for your professional development at every conference. This year we have these amazing sessions that you do NOT want to miss: Academy Day: Emotional Liberation: Fundamental Skills for Future […]
Schools Bring Case Studies to CTSS2026
Did you say Case Study? Well, this year’s Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference 2026 delivers SO many case studies. There’s so much wisdom to learn from other schools that are implementing trauma-sensitive schools programs. We’re excited to have these changemakers tell us about what is happening in their schools from all across the US. Stanton School […]
First Time @ CTSS – Here’s What You Shouldn’t Miss
Is this your first Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference? You’re not alone! More than half of our attendees are here for the first time. Want to know where to start? Sessions are categorized “Introductory” or “Advanced”. You’re welcomed to attend either. The Introductory sessions will spend time covering fundamental topics like: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) study, […]
Not-to Miss-Workshops for School Leaders – CTSS2026
As a school leader, you’ll have quite a few workshops to choose from at the 9th annual Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference. Here are just a few of our favorites that you will not want to miss: The Benefits of Being a Trauma-Informed School and Why It’s Important: A Principal’s Story, Jeff Sefcik, MAEL – Sunday, […]
Ms. Chang to speak @ Closing Session of CTSS2026
Celebrate the Joy of Teaching Finding Inspiration in Challenging Times Join Jere as she uses storytelling and humor to reignite your passion for education. With practical strategies and an uplifting message, Jere reminds educators of the profound impact of teaching – not just on students, but on every career and community. Rediscover the purpose and […]
Opening Session Keynotes Announced – CTSS2026
ATN is pleased to announce our Keynotes and Recorded Distinguished Guest for our 9th annual Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference in Dallas, TX, June 27-29, 2026 Opening Session, Sunday, June 28: Julie Beem, with Recorded Special Guest, Dr. Mona Delahooke Julie Beem, MBA, retiring Executive Director of the Attachment & Trauma Network (ATN) will kick off […]
Leadership Summit @ Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools 2026 Conference
Our new Leadership Summit is a day-long, pre-conference event for those leading their schools and districts in creating trauma-sensitive schools. Morning Session – 8:30 – 11:30 am Leadership in Trauma-Informed Schools: Support, Strategy and Policy, led by Dr. Melissa Sadin One in three children in every school has experienced trauma. Schools striving to become […]
Academy Day 2026 – CTSS
Our 2026 Academy Day is full of amazing learning opportunities! This pre-conference is like no other. Nearly 50% of all attendees include Academy Day when attending the Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference. This gives you the opportunity to go much deeper into the concepts and neuroscience, much deeper into the strategies and much deeper in how […]
Lori Desautels will be a special guest at The Learning Brain Exchange
At this year’s Learning Brain Exchange, we are honored to welcome Dr. Lori Desautels, an internationally recognized educator, author, and pioneer in Applied Educational Neuroscience. Her Tuesday morning session will be focused on the new MTSS for Adults framework her team has developed. Supporting Adults’ Nervous Systems for Healthier Children and Youth MTSS for Adults. […]
Zaretta Hammond to Keynote at The Learning Brain Exchange
ATN is honored to announce Zaretta Hammond, a leading voice in culturally responsive teaching, neuroscience-informed pedagogy, and equity in learning as the Opening Keynote speaker for our 2026 Learning Brain Exchange conference. Her keynote is entitled: And Still We Rise: Using the Science of Learning to Encourage Post-Traumatic Growth. Learning requires challenge. Yet, as educators, […]