Lesson Plan
Storm Calm Strategy Plan
Staff will identify key factors shaping school climate and learn trauma-informed de-escalation strategies to proactively support students during behavioral challenges.
Aligning on terminology and empathy builds a shared understanding, reduces reactive incidents, and empowers all staff with practical, trauma-informed tools to calm behavioral storms before they escalate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
School Climate Reflection
10 minutes
Step 3
Trauma-Informed Practices Presentation
15 minutes
Step 4
Self-Assessment Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Scenario Role-Play
15 minutes
Step 6
Debrief & Next Steps
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Navigating School Climate
What Is School Climate?
Key Factors Shaping Climate
Trauma-Informed Principles
De-Escalation Framework
Practical De-Escalation Techniques
Interactive Reflection
Next Steps & Resources
Worksheet
