How a Researcher Learns from Practice

Introduction

I recently attended the “Supporting Students Impacted by Racial Stress and Trauma” webinar hosted by the National Center for School Mental Health (NCSMH) in partnership with the Central East Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC). This learning experience changed the way I think of myself and my actions as a researcher, a Center leader, a child advocate, and human being. I wanted to share with you, our readers, how I hope this powerful experience will alter my research and practice from this day forward.

Before I say more, I want to recognize that the NCSMH and its partners provide information on meaningful and effective ways to support the mental health of students, families, and educators…