Description:

In this episode , the guests discuss the importance of restorative practices in creating a safe and supportive school environment. They explore the concept of a restorative ecosystem, which involves building relationships and addressing the needs of all stakeholders in the school community. The conversation also touches on the role of school-based law enforcement and the Texas School Safety Center in promoting restorative practices. The hosts emphasize the need for an MTSS and the integration of restorative practices at all levels. They discuss how restorative practices can help interrupt the pathway to violence and prevent hopelessness among students. Practical tips for implementing restorative practices are also provided.

Resources:

Restorative Practices Blog

Nurturing a Sense of Belonging in Schools Webinar

Tier 2 Behavior Guide

Tier 3 Behavior Guide

Request a consultation

Texas School Safety Center

Life Anew Restorative Justice

Takeaways:

• Restorative practices are essential for creating a safe and supportive school environment.
• A restorative ecosystem involves building relationships and addressing the needs of all stakeholders in the school community.
• School-based law enforcement and the Texas School Safety Center play a crucial role in promoting restorative practices.
• Restorative practices can help interrupt the pathway to violence and prevent hopelessness among students.
• Consequences are important, but restorative practices should not be seen as a replacement for good classroom management and behavior intervention programs.
• Restorative practices provide real-world social skills training and help build empathy among students.

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