At New Story Schools, we are committed to empowering educators and school staff across Pennsylvania with high-quality professional development opportunities. Our comprehensive training catalog is designed to enhance staff preparedness, improve student outcomes, and foster safe, supportive learning environments. From behavior management to trauma-informed care and mental health, our sessions are tailored to meet the diverse needs of today’s educational professionals.
Behavioral Support Training
Intro to ABA
Gain a foundational understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and its practical applications in the classroom. This session is ideal for teachers, aides, and special education staff looking to promote positive behavior and skill development.
Behavior Protocol Writing
Designed for BCBAs and special education coordinators, this training focuses on developing individualized, measurable behavior protocols that support student success.
Preference Assessments
Learn how to identify student motivators through various preference assessment methods. This training helps educators tailor interventions that reinforce positive behavior and engagement.
Verbal Behavior
Explore the principles of verbal behavior and how to teach communication skills through ABA. This session is especially beneficial for staff working with students who have communication challenges.
Helping Students Who are Oppositional
Discover effective strategies for working with students who display oppositional or defiant behaviors. This training emphasizes positive approaches to foster cooperation and engagement.
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC)
Trauma-Informed Care
Understand how trauma affects student behavior and learning. This session covers brain development, trauma indicators, and strategies for creating a trauma-informed school culture.
Creating a Trauma-Sensitive School
Learn how to implement trauma-sensitive practices school-wide. This training focuses on building safe, supportive environments that reduce re-traumatization and promote emotional well-being.
Trauma-Informed Approaches in the Classroom
This session provides classroom-specific strategies to support students with trauma histories, helping educators respond effectively to trauma-related behaviors.
Help for Billy (4.75 hours; workbooks required)
Based on the book Help for Billy, this in-depth training explores trauma’s impact on behavior and includes interactive workbook activities. Participants will gain practical tools to support students affected by trauma.
Mental Health & Wellness
Train the Trainer: PDE Threat Assessment Training
Prepare your staff to recognize and assess potential threats in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Education guidelines. This session is ideal for school leaders and mental health professionals.
Suicide Evaluation and Safety Planning
Learn how to assess suicide risk and create effective safety plans for at-risk students. This essential training supports school mental health teams in crisis prevention.
Additional Offerings
Self-Care Training for Employees
Support staff well-being with practical self-care strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout.
Bullying Intervention
Equip your team with tools to prevent and respond to bullying, fostering a safe and respectful school climate.
Crisis Prevention Training (1–2 days; workbooks required)
This certification course covers verbal and physical de-escalation techniques, preparing staff to manage crises safely and effectively.
If you're interested in learning more about this program, please fill out our contact form or email info@newstoryschools.com.
