Abstract
After children have witnessed domestic violence, the lingering trauma can undermine their ability to learn and succeed in school. With the right classroom strategies, however, teachers can help students relieve stress, reengage in the curriculum, stay focused and organized, attend to tasks, and reestablish relationships.
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Colleen Lelli
Colleen Lelli is an Assistant Professor of Education and Chair of the Educational Specialists Department at Cabrini College in Radnor, Pennsylvania. Her areas of interest include special education advocacy and support, and training educators about domestic violence. Email: [email protected]