Kerri Brady, VP of Educational Practice at Huckabee and board member of the Texas School Safety Center, explores how architectural design influences student mental wellness and emotional regulation in schools. Kerri dives into the concept of trauma-informed design, discussing how purposeful layouts and thoughtful spaces can help manage emotional dysregulation in high-stress areas like cafeterias. She also introduces the five phases of emergency management and advocates for the design community to play a more active role in preventive measures against school violence. Tune in to learn how intentional design fosters human connection, comfort, and emotional support for students and staff alike, ultimately contributing to a more resilient school environment.

Connect with Kerri Brady:

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Episode Timestamps:

• (03:00) Architectural design and school safety
• (04:00) Five phases of emergency management
• (08:15) Designing trauma-informed spaces
• (12:20) Emotional dysregulation; creating a calmer nervous system
• (19:35) Designing spaces that foster human connection
• (26:45) Advocating for the design process of a school facility

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