Introducing the ATN Advocacy Task Force
At the Attachment & Trauma Network, we have spent decades supporting children and families navigating the realities of attachment and developmental trauma. Over the years, a clear pattern has taken shape. We, as a nation, focus on resourcing individuals while leaving harmful systems largely intact. That is no longer, and has never been, a sustainable […]
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 Distinguished Contributors for our 9th annual Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools Conference in Dallas, TX, June 27-29, 2026 Opening Session, Sunday, June 28: Julie Beem, with Distinguished Keynote Contributor, Dr. Mona Delahooke Julie Beem, MBA, retiring Executive Director of the Attachment & Trauma Network (ATN) will kick off the […]
Board Recruitment
Children who experience trauma need adults who understand how to support healing, connection, and resilience. For 30 years, the Attachment & Trauma Network (ATN) has worked to equip parents, educators, and communities with the knowledge and tools to better support children impacted by trauma. Through national conferences, trauma-sensitive school initiatives, professional learning programs, and family […]
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 […]
Attachment & Trauma Network Announces Leadership Transition
After 17 years of dedicated and visionary leadership, the Attachment & Trauma Network (ATN) announces that Julie Beem, Executive Director since January 2009, will be retiring from her role. The Board of Directors is pleased to share that Tracy Leonard will step into the position of Executive Director, leading ATN into its next chapter of […]
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 […]
Being Trauma-Informed is Helpful @ the College Level
by Cameron Williams, Senior, Mt. Mercy University College campuses today are filled with diverse student populations, and many of these students are coming in with past traumatic experiences or will go through something traumatic during their college years. These experiences can shape how students learn and influence their success in their college career. Traditional approaches […]
Combating Fear, the Thief of Learning
It’s more challenging than ever to care for children. Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, a child care professional, you know what I mean. You awaken with a heaviness from the world around us. The news reminds us that there is much unrest in our world, our country…and our neighborhood. The fear, anger and exhaustion […]
Leony Coppens – Plenary Speaker for Trauma-Responsive Leadership Track
What does it take to build a trauma-sensitive school climate—and keep it alive over time? In this interactive workshop, clinical psychologist Leony Coppens takes participants along on the development journey of Trauma-Sensitive Education(TSE) in the Netherlands and Belgium. Coppens is the founder of the TSE movement in these countries and the author of the widely […]