Introduction to Restorative Practices

Please register online. TLC Credit: IS (T), SEL (2 credits)

Presenters: Nathan Kelley M. Ed, Educational Leadership Fellow, Iowa City Community Schools; Brian Brandsmeier, MA, Teacher and Restorative Practices Ambassador, Iowa City Community School District and Lore Baur, MA, Teacher and Restorative Practices Ambassador, Iowa City Community School District.

This course focuses on the fundamentals of restorative justice, restorative practices, and relationship building for classroom teachers and service providers.  It explores the role restorative practices play in relationship building and building capacity in dialogue around diversity, equity and inclusion.

  • Identify parts of a restorative circle and types of circles.
  • Identify examples of restorative practices and justify their place in classroom/school settings.
  • Identify ways in which to engage students in restorative practices in your classroom and building.
  • Plan and implement a tier one circle in your classroom or building.

Dates June 13 -15

Times: 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m.

Recommended Texts:

Boyes-Watson, C., & Pranis, K. (2020 Revised Edition). Circle forward: Building a restorative school community. St. Paul, MN: Living Justice Press.

Evans, K., & Vaandering, D. (2016). The Little Book of Restorative Justice in Education: Fostering Responsibility, Healing, and Hope in Schools. Good Books.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Baker Teacher Leader Center in advance at 319-335-5359 or tlc@uiowa.edu.