North Central Teachers Convention

Punishment does not work!!. It isolates and breeds an atmosphere of reprisal. Classrooms as mini communities can evolve into an overall school climate of peace and acceptance. Through an introduction of a restorative practices model, teachers can build inclusiveness, reduce harm, increase cohesiveness and foster a learning community that addresses the overall benefit to students and the community as a whole. This session will introduce and provide information on how the use of restorative practice models can create a collaborative atmosphere centered upon group wellbeing and supportive learning. The session is designed to meet the needs of all teachers, counsellors and administrators as a general introduction with possibilities for follow-up training and implementation strategies.