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Trauma-Informed Classroom: Paraprofessional BEST ResponsesOnline version Trauma-informed responses in class by Kelli Petrone 1 A Student Becomes Shut Down: During independent work, a student puts their head down, stops responding to questions, and avoids eye contact. The paraprofessional asks, “What's wrong?” The student does not respond. What is the BEST response? a B. Tell the student that ignoring adults is disrespectful. b D. Leave the student alone for the remainder of the class. c Give the student some space, calmly acknowledge that they seem to be having a difficult time, and offer an appropriate way to reconnect when they are ready. d A. Continue asking questions until the student explains what is wrong. 2 Unexpected Schedule Change: A student becomes visibly upset when the teacher announces that the class will have a substitute teacher tomorrow. The student repeatedly asks, “Who is going to be here? What are we going to do?” What is the BEST response? a Provide clear, factual information about what is known and help the student identify available supports for tomorrow. b A. Tell the student, “It's just a substitute. There's nothing to worry about.” c D. Promise the student that everything will go exactly as planned. d B. Tell the student to stop asking the same questions. 3 A Student Refuses to Participate: A student refuses to join a small-group reading activity. They say, “No! I'm not doing it,” and move away from the group. What is the BEST response? a B. Immediately remove the student from the classroom. b A. Tell the student they have no choice because the activity is required. c Stay calm, acknowledge the student's resistance, determine whether they need a brief regulation opportunity, and offer an appropriate choice for participating. d D. Ignore the student and continue the lesson. 4 A Student Is Easily Startled: A classroom door suddenly slams shut. A student jumps, covers their ears, and appears frightened. Other students begin laughing. What is the BEST response? a Calmly check on the student, reduce attention from peers, and provide the student's established regulation support if needed. b B. Laugh along with the other students so the student doesn't feel singled out. c A. Tell the student, “There's nothing to be scared of.” 5 A Student Makes a Mistake: A student answers a question incorrectly. They immediately say, “I'm stupid. I can't do anything right,” and push their materials away. What is the BEST response? a A. Say, “Don't say that. You're not stupid.” b Acknowledge the frustration, normalize mistakes as part of learning, and help the student identify a manageable next step. c B. Tell the student they need to stop being negative. d D. Give the student the correct answer so they do not become upset again. 6 A Student Becomes Angry: During a writing assignment, a student suddenly crumples their paper and says loudly, “I hate this school!” What is the BEST response? a A. Respond firmly: “You don't talk about school that way.” b B. Ask the student why they are being disrespectful. c Maintain a calm tone, give the student appropriate space, acknowledge the frustration, and help them use an established regulation strategy before addressing the assignment. 7 A Student Does Not Want Help: A student is struggling with an assignment. The paraprofessional offers assistance, but the student says, “Leave me alone. I can do it myself.” What is the BEST response? a Respect the student's request while remaining available and letting the student know how they can access assistance if needed. b D. Complete the assignment for the student because they are struggling. c C. Walk away and never check back with the student. d A. Tell the student that they clearly need help and should accept it. 8 A Student Is Triggered by a Classroom Activity: During a lesson involving family relationships, a student becomes quiet and appears distressed. The student asks, “Can I do something else?” What is the BEST response? a B. Ask the student in front of classmates why the activity is upsetting. b A. Tell the student that everyone has to complete the same assignment. c Respond privately and calmly, follow the teacher's established plan for accommodations/supports, and communicate the concern to the appropriate staff member. d D. Tell the student they can permanently skip any assignment that makes them uncomfortable. 9 A Student Is Struggling After Recess: A student comes back from recess angry. They sit away from the group and say, “Nobody likes me.” They don't want to begin the next activity. What is the BEST response? a Acknowledge the student's feelings, provide an opportunity to regulate, and then support them in reconnecting with the classroom activity. b B. Tell the student they need to get over what happened at recess. c D. Allow the student to sit alone for the entire afternoon. d A. Tell the student, “That's not true. Everyone likes you.” 10 A Student Becomes Distressed During a Correction: The teacher corrects a student's behavior. The student immediately becomes defensive and says, “You're always mad at me! Everyone is against me!” What is the BEST response for the paraprofessional? a B. Agree with the student that the teacher was unfair. b Avoid taking sides, maintain a calm presence, acknowledge the student's feelings, and help the student use their established regulation strategy while following the teacher's direction. c A. Tell the student, “The teacher isn't mad at you, so you need to calm down.” 11 A Student Is Triggered by a Classroom Activity: The teacher corrects a student's behavior. The student immediately becomes defensive and says, “You're always mad at me! Everyone is against me!” What is the BEST response for the paraprofessional? a A. Tell the student, “The teacher isn't mad at you, so you need to calm down.” b Avoid taking sides, maintain a calm presence, acknowledge the student's feelings, and help the student use their established regulation strategy while following the teacher's direction. c B. Agree with the student that the teacher was unfair.

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Trauma-Informed Classroom: Paraprofessional BEST ResponsesOnline version

by Kelli Petrone

A Student Becomes Shut Down: During independent work, a student puts their head down, stops responding to questions, and avoids eye contact. The paraprofessional asks, “What's wrong?” The student does not respond. What is the BEST response?

Unexpected Schedule Change: A student becomes visibly upset when the teacher announces that the class will have a substitute teacher tomorrow. The student repeatedly asks, “Who is going to be here? What are we going to do?” What is the BEST response?

A Student Refuses to Participate: A student refuses to join a small-group reading activity. They say, “No! I'm not doing it,” and move away from the group. What is the BEST response?

A Student Is Easily Startled: A classroom door suddenly slams shut. A student jumps, covers their ears, and appears frightened. Other students begin laughing. What is the BEST response?

A Student Makes a Mistake: A student answers a question incorrectly. They immediately say, “I'm stupid. I can't do anything right,” and push their materials away. What is the BEST response?

A Student Becomes Angry: During a writing assignment, a student suddenly crumples their paper and says loudly, “I hate this school!” What is the BEST response?

A Student Does Not Want Help: A student is struggling with an assignment. The paraprofessional offers assistance, but the student says, “Leave me alone. I can do it myself.” What is the BEST response?

A Student Is Triggered by a Classroom Activity: During a lesson involving family relationships, a student becomes quiet and appears distressed. The student asks, “Can I do something else?” What is the BEST response?

A Student Is Struggling After Recess: A student comes back from recess angry. They sit away from the group and say, “Nobody likes me.” They don't want to begin the next activity. What is the BEST response?

A Student Becomes Distressed During a Correction: The teacher corrects a student's behavior. The student immediately becomes defensive and says, “You're always mad at me! Everyone is against me!” What is the BEST response for the paraprofessional?

A Student Is Triggered by a Classroom Activity: The teacher corrects a student's behavior. The student immediately becomes defensive and says, “You're always mad at me! Everyone is against me!” What is the BEST response for the paraprofessional?