Pender County Schools expand crisis training as autism advocate pushes for similar law enforcement training

BURGAW, NC (WWAY) — The Pender County Board of Education approved a resolution on Tuesday, May 12th aimed at expanding crisis prevention intervention training for teachers and staff to deal with exceptional children and students in crises.

Board member Jason Spivey introduced the action item during the board’s meeting, calling the proposal a proactive effort to better prepare school employees to respond to students with unique needs.

Spivey said some teachers and staff members at each school already receive the training, but he believes expanding it districtwide is necessary…

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