The impact of the fires in Southern California has been daunting, and our heartfelt support continues to go out to Los Angeles and San Diego counties, where many of our friends and communities are facing profound loss and trauma. Southern California is our home base, and we are deeply saddened by the long-lasting ripple effects this devastation has on individuals, communities, and our region.
According to the website CAL FIRE, as of January 31, 2025, the wildfires had forced more than 200,000 people to evacuate and destroyed or damaged more than 18,000 homes and structures, including many schools. While the immediate threat has subsided, recovery efforts continue. Many families remain displaced and their lives disrupted as they navigate the profound effects of recent trauma and the resurfacing of past wounds.
In these difficult times, we stand with our community, offering compassion, knowledge, and hope for healing and recovery.
Free educational resources, videos, and articles to support healing and resilience can be found on our website at TRECeducation Resources.
SPREADING THE WORD
TREC Pioneer Dana Brown Shares Healing-Centered Insights
Dana Brown, our Trauma-Resilient Communities (TREC) Pioneer, and Positive and Adverse Childhood Experiences (PACEs) Science Statewide Facilitator, was recently featured on the It's Wellness Time podcast with Nathan Bell.
"At TREC, we want to sustainably transform individual and organizational health."
āDana Brown
During her conversation with Nathan Ball from the Southern Indian Health Council, Dana discussed numerous transformative systems changes emerging across the nation. By integrating equity-focused services and healing-centered practices into public health models, she sheds light on numerous opportunities for listeners to engage with this momentum and become well-informed advocates for dismantling systemic racism and advancing decolonization.
Southern Indian Health Council (SIHC) is a Native American organization committed to protecting and improving the physical, mental, and spiritual health of our American Indian community. SIHC provides a comprehensive range of wellness, professional health care, dental, and social services. Visit the SIHC website.
Congratulations to Elev8 Online Schools for completing their Trauma-Resilient Organizational Accreditation! TREC pioneer Craig Beswick recently had the honor of presenting their award to principal Jenna Unis at the accreditation celebration, along with support from representatives from Elev8 and Learn4Life Schools.
As a fully virtual, tuition-free public school, the success of Elev8 in implementing TREC programs demonstrates how these practices can be effective in any educational setting, including online learning. Through the accreditation process, Elev8 leadership developed an inspiring Sustainability Action Plan that will ensure long-term resilience and well-being for its students long into the future!
"Elev8 Online Schools are a shining example of what can happen when a dedicated, cohesive team of educators comes together to do the deep work of improving individual and organizational health!"
āCraig Beswick
It was an absolute honor to celebrate Elev8 Online Schools as they finished their trek to become a TREC Accredited Organization. The team did an amazing job, ensuring that all aspects of their schools are built to increase resiliency for students, staff, and community members.
Thank you, Elev8 Online Schools, for your commitment to the well-being of your staff, students, and families!
FEATURED VIDEO
Resilience includes the capacity to adjust and adapt to the stress of our lived experiences.
TREC resiliency programs are grounded in equity, mindfulness, and growth mindsets. These programs help create more connected, positive, and healing-centered learning environments and maintain supportive relationships within them. We believe that together, we can build resilience and foster a sense of belonging in our communities. In this video, adolescents are sharing how they were able to bounce back with the help of trauma-resilient practices. Take a look!
Achieving Trauma-Resilient Certification has undeniable benefits for any professional career. Learn more about TREC's mission and share with a friend:
