Heather Goodworth

I really appreciated the video on Trauma-Informed Schools. This is the first time I've heard of this initiative. I have spoken with students who are experiencing trauma in their private lives and consequently struggle in class. It's hard for students to think about learning pathophysiology when they don't know if they'll eat tomorrow, or where they're sleeping tonight or if the abusive boyfriend is going to be there after class. Learning about the resources & support services offered at my school has been HUGE in helping me to steer these students towards those offices & organizations that can help them… >>>

I can speak to the importance of developing those collegial relationships with others in my CTE content area - I am fortunate to have several wonderful faculty teaching in my program and their support, encouragement and willingness to step in and help out has saved me more than once. I had a mentor early on (my first year) but I didn't know what I didn't know and she had never mentored before so it wasn't the most effective / helpful experience. Still, I was grateful to at least have a point person to go to with questions / concerns while… >>>

I hadn't realized how long CTE had been a part of the educational structure of this country, or how diverse the areas it covers.