Traditional suspension removes students from the academic environment, decreasing educational progress and increasing isolation. Our Suspension-Diversion Program aims to provide a safe, supportive, and stimulating setting where students can maintain their academic progress, develop a behavior action plan, assess their social-emotional learning, and engage in community service projects as a consequence of the behavior that led to their removal from school.
Out-of-school suspension is often viewed as a punitive measure that removes students from the learning environment without addressing the underlying issues contributing to their behavior. Instead of resorting to out-of-school suspension, schools can implement alternative strategies that prioritize support, intervention, and restorative practices. Application of the Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Trauma in Schools (CBITS) curriculum.
Program Highlights:
- Education and Relaxation
- Trauma Narrative: Processing the Trauma Memory
- Cognitive Therapy Techniques
- Exposure Strategies
- Problem-Solving Skill
- Relapse Prevention
- Caregiver Education
- Teacher Education