The Rowan County School District (RCSD) began transforming into a trauma-informed school district in 2019 with support from the Kentucky Council for Children with Behavior Disorders, the University of Kentucky Center on Trauma and Children, and recently with the Bounce Coalition to provide trauma-informed care professional development, implementation support, program evaluation, and progress monitoring. The transformation was designed to enable the Rowan County School District to utilize systemic trauma informed practices throughout the district, encompassing not only school-based practices but in-forming key organizational domains which include: (a) leadership, (b) policy, (c) finance, (d) safety, (e) continuous improvement, (f) student supports, and (g) staff supports. Staff at Rowan County School District have received introductory and advanced trauma-informed professional development and consultation for the past two years. The superintendent champions this initiative and is actively supported by district leadership. This teamwork has positioned Rowan County School District to move forward as a trauma-informed district, meeting and exceeding the requirements of the Kentucky School Safety and Resiliency Act.

Vision

Student learning at the Rowan County School District will be enhanced by systemic, trauma-informed practices and policies

utilized by all staff to improve each student's sense of safety, caring, and belonging by the entire school community.

Mission

To continue to evolve as a trauma-informed district where all adults recognize the impact of trauma on student learning by understanding and responding in ways that support the emotional and physical well-being of all students.

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