In clear, accessible terms, One Trusted Adult lays out:
The critical nature of trust, along with simple tools that help build trusting relationships with young people and expand the opportunities for positive impact
What boundaries are and how to set clear expectations that keep both young people and the adults who work with them safe
How to create an organizational culture that cares for the whole child and celebrates the adults who get it right while holding accountable those who don’t
Ways that teachers, coaches, and parents can partner to surround kids with the only thing better than one trusted adult: many trusted adults!
Packed with real-life stories and invaluable tips, One Trusted Adult inspires all adults, especially educators, to build strong connections, embrace sustainable career practices, break the silence around boundary violations and abuse, be present for the young people in their lives—and, in doing so, ensure that the kids in their care are growing into their greatest potential.