KSDE Safe and Supportive Schools Conference

Creating a truly safe and supportive school environment means addressing more than just discipline—it requires a Whole Child Approach that fosters connection, early intervention, and proactive student support. This interactive session will explore how Restorative Practices, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management (BTAM), Special Education, and strategies for re-engaging disengaged students work together to support student well-being, promote accountability, and reduce disciplinary issues.

Attendees will gain actionable insights from education leaders and practitioners who have successfully integrated these frameworks to prevent crises, repair harm, and create inclusive, trauma-informed school climates. Through engaging discussions and real-world case studies, participants will walk away with practical strategies to enhance school safety, support student mental health, and ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

Join us for a thought-provoking, solutions-focused conversation that will empower you to strengthen student connections, foster resilience, and build a school culture where all learners thrive.

Learn to optimize performance by being aware of bodily states and recognizing cues of safety and patterns of connection and disconnection. Participants will examine and learn to apply Polyvagal techniques to enhance self-regulation and manage cues of safety and threat.

We all know that students face challenges every day, and sometimes it feels like they’re just trying to "shake it off" to make it through. In this session, we’ll explore practical, engaging strategies to help students build resilience, manage their emotions, and stay positive in the face of adversity. You’ll learn how to create a classroom environment where students can bounce back from setbacks, regulate their emotions, and thrive, no matter what challenges they encounter. This fun and interactive session will leave you with easy-to-implement tools to help your students shake off the stress and keep moving forward—ready to face each day with confidence and strength!