This policy analysis project looked at evaluating state level policy for the creation and implementation of trauma informed schools. American schools strive to provide an educational environment, which is supportive and supports students so they can reach their full potential. Many students in American schools today suffer from some level of trauma, yet there isn't adequate guidance from the state level on how to best educate these students. The research team reviewed state policies and guidelines focusing on the implementation of trauma informed school practices for schools. This evaluation was done with the rubric created by the team and reviewed by experts. The team found while a majority of the states has some level of policy or guidelines in place for trauma informed schools there were three areas needing to be addressed by states in order to strengthen their policy or guidelines. Funding, professional development, and family and community partnerships were the areas of focus recommended by the team. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]