Restorative Practices for Educators

Restorative Practices for Educators

2 Day Training Event: March 10 and April 7, 2027 9am-3pm

Restorative practices empower educators to build stronger relationships, foster a positive school climate, and respond to conflict in ways that promote accountability and growth.  Participants will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-use circle protocols that promote belonging, increase student engagement, and foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture.  This training is open to all K-12 school staff.

What is Restorative Practices?

Restorative practices is a transdisciplinary field of study that examines how to strengthen relationships between individuals and improve social connections within communities.  Restorative practices are used in conflict resolution, creating dialogue, bridging gaps across divided groups, and building cultures where all members have a voice, work more effectively together, and become more innovative.

• In schools, restorative practices positively impact student behavior and school climate.  They create a sense of belonging, minimize harm, and support student learning while cultivating students who are better equipped to navigate complex challenges, self-regulate, manage conflict, and become better citizens.  They uncover the root causes of conflict and create a space to facilitate complex conversations to minimize harm, repair relationships, and identify solutions.

March 10 and April 7, 2027 9am-3pm.  Lunch is on your own.  Act 48 hours provided.  Participants must attend both training days in order to receive full credit.