PD: Transforming Conflict – Restorative Practices for a Positive School Community

Location: TBD

Target Audience: Administrators, Teachers, School Staff, Behavioral Support

Description: Conflict is a challenging aspect of any school community that creates barriers to communication, hinders learning, and makes everyone feel unsafe. Remaining in a state of constant conflict can have a negative impact on the mental health, wellness, and overall climate of a school. Join us for this insightful session where participants will learn to transform conflicts into opportunities for growth and understanding. Through the lens of restorative practices, we will:

• Understand the Concept of Conflict: Gain insights into the nature of conflict and assess how it manifests within their own school community.
• Identify Personal Conflict Styles: Discover and understand your conflict style, and learn techniques that cater to your style and the styles of others.
• Explore Restorative Practices: Learn how restorative practices can help rebuild relationships as part of conflict resolution and support the re-establishment of a positive school culture.
• Practice Restorative Techniques: Engage in practical exercises using affective statements, check-in conversations, community-building activities, and responsive circles to demonstrate how restorative practices can support conflict resolution.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be equipped with the tools and techniques necessary to address conflicts constructively, paving the way for a healthier, more connected school community.

RDC Registration Link: https://bit.ly/SY24_25CYRegister

PLUs Awarded: 6

PLU Registration Link: https://osse.pl.powerschool.com/ia/empari/learning2/registration/presentRegistrationDetails/10828

PLUs
DC Public School and DC Public Charter School employees who are interested in receiving 6 PLUs for full participation in this course are asked to register for this course through OSSE’s new learning management system (LMS) platform. Educators can follow the instructions here to activate their account. Staff will only be able to receive 6 PLU’s by registering through the system. If you have issues or questions regarding the OSSE LMS registration, please contact Jessica Dulay via email at [email protected].

Accommodations
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. Please indicate any reasonable accommodations that will allow you to participate in this event at least 3-5 days prior to start. Email us at [email protected] with any questions.