My last post covered eight prominent concerns that can hold schools back from adopting restorative practices (RPS). Many of these concerns can be proactively addressed, making it easier for schools to implement RPS. Starting suggestions, by concern: 1.) Schools are not ready for restorative practices Although an administrator may have legitimate organizational preparedness concerns and… read more
Given the reasons that restorative practices in schools could be a good idea (see those reasons here, here, and here), why aren’t all schools adopting restorative practices? Based on my experiences in restorative practices—teaching, researching, and consulting with schools—I’ve come to see eight prominent concerns. 1. Schools are not ready for restorative practices There likely… read more
In a previous post, we’ve introduced in-school restorative practices as tools to address discipline in a way that keeps students engaged in learning. We’ve situated restorative practices as components of developing person power, and components of a constructive program that envisions alternatives to punitive responses to behaviors. We’ve also addressed two common misconceptions about restorative… read more
Metta Center note: Restorative Solutions is holding a training on restorative practices in schools in mid-June. The training will be held over 3–5 days in Arizona. Applications due by June 8. Learn more and apply. As I wrote previously, Restorative practices (RPS) are increasingly employed in schools to address discipline in ways that keep students… read more
