SchoolTalk's RestorativeDC Training & Professional Development Calendar

IN-PERSON SESSION This workshop will examine how restorative practices enhance and make possible relational pedagogy. We will discuss what both concepts are, how they intersect, and the impact that both have on student behavior and academic and cognitive development. Participants will have an opportunity to practice developing agreements and learning circles that focus on building…

IN-PERSON SESSION Restorative justice is increasingly applied in schools worldwide to manage classrooms and create inclusive, socially connected, and supportive learning environments for every student, including those with disabilities. Restorative practices help students develop self-advocacy and social-emotional skills at the same time they are building academic competencies. This experiential workshop will help teachers, administrators, and…

IN-PERSON SESSION This workshop is designed to explore ways that restorative practices can be used in the classroom. Teachers and school staff will gain skills and tools to incorporate restorative practices that will increase student engagement in academic and community content, promote consistent student attendance, and develop proactive systems to respond to student behavior. Participants…

IN-PERSON SESSION For restorative practices to be useful for young learners, restorative practitioners must consider the developmental range of children in grades K-8 and accommodate a young learner's attention span, energy level, learning style, and expressive and receptive language capacity. This experiential workshop for teachers, administrators, school staff, and early education workers will translate restorative…

IN-PERSON SESSION Location: TBD During this Community of Practice, Restorative DC will collaborate with school partners to share best practices around engaging families using restorative practices. We will consider the question: How can restorative practices, which intentionally focus on family engagement, including community building and responsive circles, increase positive school culture and climate? We recognize…

IN-PERSON SESSION According to the U.S. Department of Education, a positive school culture fosters safety; promotes a positive academic, disciplinary, and physical environment; and encourages trusting and caring relationships between adults and students. As schools and communities work toward a common vision of improving school climate, how can schools organize high-quality systems and practices to…

IN-PERSON SESSION Instead of working “to” or “for” students and families, restorative practices focus on working “with” the community. Join this session to explore the building blocks of restorative practices and how to implement them to improve school culture and climate. Participants will learn practical strategies that engage and re-energize the learning community and how…

VIRTUAL SESSION Personalized Guidance | Expert Solutions | Implementation Support Are you struggling with a particular restorative practice? Is there a restorative justice plan or project you want some help with? Just wondering where to start? Join this informal session to receive customized coaching from our restorative justice experts! We design these sessions to support…

Registration Link: https://bit.ly/RDCCoaching24_25     Passcode: 0440 Description: Are you struggling with a particular restorative practice? Is there a restorative justice plan or project you want some help with? Just wondering where to start? Join this informal session to receive customized coaching from our restorative justice experts! We designed these sessions to support individuals or…

Location: OSSE, Room 108 Target Audience:  School Staff, Teachers, Classroom Support Staff Description: This workshop is for teachers, youth workers, and other professionals who wish to build community and facilitate circles at their school/organization/agency. During the first half of the session, participants will learn the fundamental processes of community-building circles through direct experience and reflection…

Registration Link: https://bit.ly/RDCCoaching24_25     Passcode: 0440 Description: Are you struggling with a particular restorative practice? Is there a restorative justice plan or project you want some help with? Just wondering where to start? Join this informal session to receive customized coaching from our restorative justice experts! We designed these sessions to support individuals or…

Date: October 21 and 22, 2024 (Two Day Session) Location: Charles Sumner School, Room 101 Target Audience: Administrators, Teachers, School Staff, Behavioral Support Description: Join us for an immersive two-day workshop where we delve into the transformative power of restorative practices to promote social-emotional learning (SEL). Restorative practices are dialogue-based processes designed to cultivate equitable,…