Learning Environment and Engagement Training Opportunities:
- Fundamentals of Restorative Practices and Introduction to Circles
- Restorative Conferencing
Guiding Principles: IIRP https://www.iirp.edu/restorative-practices/explained
Restorative Practices is the science of strengthening relationships between individuals and connections within communities. All humans are hardwired to connect and need strong and meaningful relationships to thrive. When implemented, restorative practices help facilitate healthy relationships where adults and students experience a sense of safety and belonging.
Fundamentals of Restorative Practices (Day 1) & Intro to Circles (Day 2) - 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Fundamentals of Restorative Practices is a proactive approach to supporting the development of relationships, pro-social behavior, and fostering of a positive learning environment, building social connections, and problem-solving. During this introductory experience, participants will learn the fundamental theory and explore practices to proactively and responsively develop and sustain relationships that foster belonging in learning environments.
Restorative Conferencing
Restorative Conferencing covers the fundamentals of facilitating a formal conference in response to an incident of conflict or harm. It will bring together those who are impacted to resolve conflict. Incidents of conflict, wrongdoing, and harm occur everywhere, every day, in schools, workplaces, communities, and families. Restorative Conferencing provides a way to engage with those who cause and experience harm, along with the related community.