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"Children at risk": development, implementation, and effectiveness of a school-based violence intervention and
Sharon L Walker1, Donald J Smith
1Generations Center, 12300 Ford Road, Ste 405, Dallas, TX 75234, USA. sharonwalker@generationscenter.org
Journal of Prevention & Intervention in the Community
|October 16, 2009
Summary
Childhood exposure to violence, including community and domestic violence, affects learning. Dallas ISD trained 15,000 staff on identifying and preventing violence, leading to increased abuse referrals and a city-wide drop in offenses.
Area of Science:
- Childhood Trauma and Education
- Public Health Interventions
- Domestic Violence Impact
Background:
- Children frequently experience violence in communities and homes, impacting concentration and learning.
- Exposure to violence, abuse, and neglect disrupts academic performance.
- Dallas Independent School District (ISD) recognized the need for educator training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a training program for school professionals on domestic violence and community violence exposure.
- To raise awareness among educators regarding the circumstances leading to child exposure to violence.
- To equip school staff with skills for identifying, intervening in, and preventing violence exposure.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive training program was developed for Dallas ISD professionals.
- Approximately 15,000 faculty and staff received education on violence exposure.
- Training focused on identification, intervention, and prevention strategies.
Main Results:
- Post-training, referrals and inquiries related to child abuse increased by approximately 70%.
- The city of Dallas observed a reduction in domestic violence and child abuse offenses.
- Educator training aimed to mitigate the negative impacts of violence on student learning.
Conclusions:
- Targeted training for school professionals can increase reporting and intervention for child abuse.
- Educational initiatives may contribute to a broader decrease in community violence offenses.
- Addressing violence exposure in schools is crucial for supporting child well-being and academic success.
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