Dr. Dustin Springer, Principal of Gray Hawk Elementary in USD 458 Basehor-Linwood in Kansas, shares his background and how he came to realize the need for understanding neuroscience in education. He gives insight by sharing his journey as a teacher then principal of how he worked to changed the environment in his elementary school so that students would have a nurturing school experience with relationships and support. Principals and teachers interested in having a more trauma-informed understanding for their students will appreciate his advice.

Watch for Part 2, coming soon, to hear specific strategies Dr. Dustin Springer utilizes as a principal and encourages his teachers to implement.

If you want to hear more from Dr. Springer about the importance of relationships in schools, listen to our episode from Season 2: SEL Series, The Importance of Relationships in Education