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Episode 108: “Trauma-Responsive Education Support Professionals” with Petra Burkard, RN

In this episode, Ricky talks with School Nurse Petra Burkard, RN about the small moments she finds with students and their families to build trust and meaningful relationships — whether during drop-off or dismal or during lunch or in the corridor between classes. She also talks about the importance of staff communication, which on so many levels helps build a community of support for everyone at school from the students and teachers to the paraprofessionals and cafeteria and custodial staff.