Shifting to Trauma-Informed
- Aaron Zimola
- May 29
- 1 min read

This resource helps teachers shift from a “What’s wrong with you?” mindset to a trauma-informed lens that asks, “What happened to you?” It explains how behavior is often a reflection of unmet needs and provides real-world classroom examples to support understanding, empathy, and connection. With side-by-side comparisons of traditional vs. trauma-informed approaches, educators will gain practical strategies to create more compassionate learning environments and better support students’ emotional and behavioral needs.