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Empowering Educators to Meet the Needs of All Students

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About Us

People First, Always LLC is committed to empowering educators and lenders through high-quality, research-based professional development with a real-world approach. We specialize in equipping schools and organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to create trauma-informed, student-centered environments.

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Our professional development offerings include:

  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

  • Boots on the Ground: Trauma-Informed Classroom Strategies

  • Applied Educational Neuroscience

  • Youth & Adolescent Mental Health

  • Suicide Prevention

  • Customized training tailored to your school or districts unique needs

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Each Session is designed to provide practical strategies that help educators and administrators support students in overcoming barriers and reaching their full potential.

 

Now Offering: Trauma-Informed Coaching

We've expanded our services to include Waves of Worth Trauma-Informed Coaching, a heart-centered coaching experience for individuals and small groups. Rooted in neuroscience and compassion, Waves of Worth provides a safe space for growth, healing, and aligned action. Whether you're an educator, caregiver, or leader, our coaching helps you reconnect with your purpose and lead from a place of presence. 

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About Our Founder

Meet Grace Wine, an inspirational educator, administrator, and trauma informed coach whose life story is a testament to the power of resilience.  As a school administrator, she is dedicated to equipping educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the needs of students who have been impacted by trauma. Offering practical strategies for classroom application, Wine captivates audiences with a compelling narrative that transformed her own teaching and guides her approach to leadership.  

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