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Nov 14, 2019 · In a restorative approach, the inherent worth of each individual is recognised, and we seek to strengthen the essential ties that bind us to one another – in the classroom, school and the community. Restorative justice is a framework that educators can use to create safe, supportive spaces in our schools. All members of the school learn to ...
- Kristin Reimer
Kristin's Ph.D. thesis, entitled Restorative Justice as a...
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Even as educators see an uptick in misbehavior, nearly half of teachers and administrators say their schools are using restorative justice practices more now than five years ago, according to a ...
- What Is Restorative Justice in Schools?
- What Are The Basic Practices of Restorative Justice?
- Does Restorative Justice Really Work in A Classroom?
- Does Restorative Justice Address Racial Justice?
- What Are The Potential Benefits of Restorative Justice?
- What Are The Drawbacks of Restorative Justice in Schools?
- What Do Real Educators Think About Restorative Justice in Schools?
- How Can Schools Implement Restorative Justice?
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Restorative justice in schools represents a transformative approachto discipline that focuses on repairing harm and rebuilding relationships rather than punishing students for misbehavior. This practice is based on principles of empathy, respect, and accountability, encouraging students to understand the impact of their actions, take responsibility...
Restorative justice is centered on a set of practices that aim to mend the harm caused by an incident and rebuild relationships among those involved. Here are some foundational practicestypically employed in restorative justice frameworks: 1. Facilitated dialogues:These are structured conversations, often referred to as “circles,” where all affecte...
Research shows that restorative justice “can be successful in schoolsbecause it creates interactional patterns that produce positive social-emotional outcomes like group solidarity and individual emotional energy. The social-emotional outcomes have implications for both individual students and entire school communities.” In California, Oakland Unif...
OUSD’s Restorative and Racial Justice home pageis clear: “There is no restorative justice without racial justice.” To begin with, this means honoring the indigenous roots of the practice. It also means encouraging program participants to consider how racial privilege and prejudice affect them all. The Center for Court Innovationruns restorative jus...
A major concern that some teachers may have when considering the implementation of restorative justice in the classroom is that it sounds like a lot of work. The truth is that it isa lot of work—especially when you’re just starting out. Like many things in life, though, the effort will likely be worth it. Many teachers and administrators who use th...
For restorative justice to work, engagement from all involved parties is required. If the offender isn’t willing to take responsibility and make meaningful restitution, the program can’t help. Schools using this system find they still need traditional disciplinary actions available for circumstances like this. More than this, restorative justice in...
When this topic pops up for debate in our We Are Teachers HELPLINE and Principal LifeFacebook groups, educators tend to have a lot of opinions about it. Here are some of their thoughts: 1. “We started RJ this year, and since it was so new, there was a STEEP learning curve for everyone involved, despite numerous trainings. Just remember that some st...
In the classroom, teachers can use aspects of the restorative justice system, like respect agreements and sharing circles, to promote a healthy learning environment. Implementing school-wide restorative justice can be a long-term process. The Oakland USD provides a useful Restorative Justice whole-school Implementation Guide. Here are some streamli...
Institutes and organizations
1. Oakland Unified School District Restorative Justice Program 2. International Institute for Restorative Practices 3. Restorative Justice Exchange 4. Restorative Justice in U.S. Schools: An Updated Research Review 5. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Books
1. Building a Trauma-Informed Restorative School (Brummer/Thorsborne, 2020) 2. Hacking School Discipline: 9 Ways To Create a Culture of Empathy and Responsibility Using Restorative Justice (Maynard/Weinstein, 2019) 3. The Little Book of Race and Restorative Justice (Davis, 2019) 4. Better Than Carrots or Sticks: Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management (Smith/Fisher/Frey, 2015) 5. Implementing Restorative Practices in Schools: A Practical Guide to Transforming School Communitie...
Restorative justice is designed to address student behavior by prioritizing problem-solving, communication, and empathy. Instead of simply punishing students for misbehavior, this framework encourages students to understand the impact of their actions 2, take responsibility, and engage in repairing any harm caused.
Feb 18, 2018 · The philosophy of restorative justice has its roots in the criminal justice system. When a crime is committed in a modern society, the typical response is to punish the offender, and that’s about it. But societies all over the world have started to recognize that this approach doesn’t repair the harm that was done; it also does nothing to ...
Improves school climate and safety. • Restorative practices engage students, improve attendance, lower classroom disruptions, decrease referrals, raise academic performance and increase graduation rates. There is a greater sense of belonging, safety, ownership, pride and empowerment felt by students and staff.
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It resonates as students and families point to the ways those racist discipline practices have been maintained in virtual learning environments during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past year, we’ve seen a commitment to change from schools across the country. But truly restorative practices can’t be instituted overnight.
