SchoolTalk's RestorativeDC Training & Professional Development Calendar

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,…

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,…

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: TBD Registration Link: https://bit.ly/RestorativedcCoPregistration24-25 It is okay if we find it really difficult to establish interest and by-in amongst our colleagues as we seek to create a more restorative culture in our schools. We may feel extremely alone as restorative leaders. To remain energized in our restorative journey, it is important to have opportunities…

Location: OSSE, Room 108 Target Audience:  School Staff, Teachers, Classroom Support Staff Description: Join us for an engaging workshop designed to explore how everyday language and proactive dialogue skills can enhance student and staff engagement, foster a sense of contribution, and build a community grounded in care, inclusion, and resilience. Learn strategies to support both…

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: Increased absenteeism and truancy are challenges for students, families and schools. This session provides a generational approach designed to utilize restorative practices to engage students and families to explore ways all stakeholders can engage in formal and informal restorative processes to address…