Becoming a Trauma-Responsive
Educator: Summer Series
Decode what you see. Respond with what they need.
Because connection changes everything.
Summer is your chance to pause, reflect, and return stronger—with the clarity and tools to support every young person, especially the ones who need you most.
If you've ever found yourself asking:
"Why is this behavior happening?"
"What am I missing?"
"How do I respond in a way that actually helps?"
You're not alone—and this series is for you.
I'm Lizette Valles—a lifelong educator, microschool founder, and foster-adoptive mom. I've spent my career helping young people feel safe enough to learn and belong—and I believe that all behavior makes sense when we learn how to decode it.
This 5-week virtual summer series is for anyone raising or working with youth—educators, caregivers, homeschoolers, mentors, coaches, and community leaders—who want to demystify behavior, respond with compassion, and truly understand what's happening beneath the surface.
In this series, we'll explore how to:
Decode behavior through a trauma-informed lens
Recognize what the nervous system is trying to communicate
Respond with insight, empathy, and consistency
Foster relationships built on safety and trust
Stay grounded and well while supporting youth with big needs
You'll receive live coaching, a supportive cohort, and practical tools you can apply at home, in schools, and across any youth-serving environment.
This summer, invest in the clarity, care, and connection that help young people feel truly seen—and help you feel more confident in how you show up.
✨ All behavior makes sense. Let's learn how to decode it.
Becoming a Trauma-Informed Educator:
A Guided Summer Series Rooted in Connection
Designed to help you transform behavior into belonging
What to Expect
Research-informed strategies grounded in neuroscience and care
Real-life case studies, reflection prompts, and open dialogue
Tools to decode behavior and build co-regulating environments
A cohort experience where connection is just as important as content
A digital workbook to guide your journey (printed version available)
Session Schedule
(Thursdays | 90 minutes each) – August 7-September 4 - 4-5:30 PM PT
Understanding Trauma & the Learning Brain
Learn how trauma impacts nervous system development, learning, and behavior. We'll explore survival states, regulation, and the role of relationship in restoring safety and trust.
Behavior as Communication
Reframe "challenging" behaviors through a trauma-informed lens. Learn how to respond with insight instead of reaction, and build relational trust.
Co-Regulation, Connection & Safety
Explore how adult nervous systems influence students. Practice strategies for co-regulation, routine-building, and creating emotionally safe environments.
Designing for Belonging
Learn how the physical environment, routines, and relational practices can promote safety, agency, and community.
Sustaining the Work
Explore what it means to be a healing-centered educator. We'll focus on boundary-setting, burnout prevention, and implementing what you've learned in your unique setting.
Who It’s For
This series is designed for any caring adult who works with young people, including:
- Teachers, paraeducators, and school leaders
- Microschool educators and founders
- Homeschool educators and learning pod guides
- Youth mentors, nonprofit and community-based staff
- Ministry volunteers, Sunday school teachers, and church youth leaders
- Foster/resource parents and their support systems
- Caregivers, guardians, and faith-based program staff
Format & Investment
Bonus: Free Intro Workshop
📣 Want to learn more before registering?
Join us for a free two-hour workshop:
“Building a Trauma-Informed & Reparative Environment—At Home & School”
👉 Register here in advance to receive the Zoom link.
We'll explore simple, everyday ways to begin shifting your environment toward safety, healing, and connection—at home, in the classroom, or in your microschool.