1. We watched The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez in class over the past 6 weeks. Provide your overall opinions of the series. Who, if anyone specific, is to blame for what happened to Gabriel? Step back and look at this case with a broad “systems level” lens. What organizational and structural problems were there? What are potential solutions to these problems? 2. The movie, Paper Tigers, applies a trauma-informed lens to the education system. What was surprising to you about this film? What did you learn from this film? What things could be implemented in the wider school system that may have a positive impact on more students and prevent problem behaviors, truancy, and drop out? Why is it important to understand trauma and the impact on student learning and mental health? 3. The movie, Born Into Brothels, shows the lives of children growing up in the red light district in Calcutta, India. What was surprising to you about this film? What did you learn from this film? What did you think about Zana’s advocacy efforts for the children? Do you think that she got over-involved in trying to “save” them? What is the downside of becoming too involved fighting a system that is so much larger than any individual person?
