Namaste and De-Escalate: Why Restorative Practice and Trauma-Informed Training Should Be Every School’s Secret Superpower
Namaste and De-Escalate is Reuniting Pathways’ spicy, science-backed, and slightly sassy guide to trauma-informed and restorative training for schools. This blog dives into why connection beats control, what real strategies look like, and how to build a culture of calm without losing your mind—or your dry-erase markers. 💫
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Project Management Secrets They Don’t Want You to Know (But We’re Telling You Anyway)
🚨 Warning: This blog may cause extreme clarity, sudden productivity, and mild fits of laughter.
Discover the real tricks of project management—aka how to keep your projects on track without losing your mind. From backwards planning to over-communication (yes, it’s a thing), we’re sharing our best secrets for getting stuff done the Reuniting Pathway way: quirky, collaborative, and powered by spreadsheets and snacks. 🍿📊
📸 Alexander Grey
The Silent Struggle: Substance Use and Suicide in Youth & Teens
Substance use and suicide in youth are deeply connected, but with the right intervention, lives can be saved. At Reuniting Pathways, we provide training and resources to help communities recognize warning signs and offer support. Let's break the cycle and bring hope to struggling teens.
📸 Kevin Butz
🚦Spot It Sooner: How to Support Youth Around Substance Use—Without Panic, Shame, or Awkward Speeches
👀 Youth Substance Use: What to Look For & How to Help (Without Freaking Out)
Substance use can be hard to spot—and even harder to talk about. But whether you’re an educator, parent, or student, knowing what to look for (and what to say) can make all the difference.
We’ve put together three quick, 10-minute guides to help you support the young people in your life with empathy, clarity, and zero judgment.
Read our post then connect with Reuniting Pathways for real tools, real support, and real conversations that change lives.
📸 Nick Jio
Grant Writing: The Art of Getting Free Money (Well, Sort Of)
Grant writing giving you a headache? You’re not alone. From researching the right funders to drafting a compelling proposal (and rewriting it again), it’s a process that requires skill, patience, and just a little bit of magic. Luckily, Reuniting Pathway is here to help. Our expert grant writers will craft a winning application, so you can focus on what really matters—making an impact. Ready to land that funding? Let’s make it happen!
📸 Christin Hume
Trauma-Informed Isn’t Just a Buzzword—It’s a Lifeline
Trauma-informed isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a skillset every school needs.
Reuniting Pathways offers powerful, relatable trainings for both educators and students to help create safer, more connected learning environments.
✨ Learn what trauma really looks like, how to respond with empathy, and how to be the kind of support that sticks.
📸 Kevin Butz
Rethinking Discipline, Strengthening Communities
Traditional school discipline often focuses on punishment, but does it truly address the root causes of student behavior? Restorative practices offer a better approach—one that prioritizes relationships, accountability, and healing over exclusion and punishment.
In this blog, we dive into how restorative practices can reduce suspensions, improve student behavior, and create a more connected school community. Learn about restorative circles, conflict resolution strategies, and how to start implementing these transformative methods in your school today!
📖 Read more to discover how restorative practices can help your school thrive.
#RestorativeJustice #EducationMatters #StrongerSchools
📸 Ian Schneider
The Hidden Crisis: How Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Intersects in Schools
The Hidden Crisis: How Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Intersect in Schools
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Youth experiencing domestic violence are at an increased risk of falling into human trafficking. With 1 in 7 runaways likely to become trafficking victims and nearly 90% of trafficking survivors reporting prior abuse, it’s clear these issues are deeply connected. Schools often become the front lines where signs first appear. But are educators, parents, and communities equipped to recognize them? Learn the warning signs and find out how you can help prevent trafficking before it starts.
📞 Resources for Help:
National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
📞 Colorado Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking: 866-455-5075 | 📲 (text) 720-999-9724
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE (7233)
💜 Join the movement to protect vulnerable youth. #EndTrafficking #YouthSafety #DomesticViolenceAwareness
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