It Just Makes Sense
The biggest thing I want you to remember about restorative justice is this:
It is a philosophy that just makes sense. Restorative justice is based on the assumption that when you hurt somebody, either intentionally or by mistake, you are responsible to heal the harm you caused[1] (as much as possible). This means it defines accountability, not as punishment but as being responsible to those you’ve affected[2] and working with and/or for their welfare. It’s like cleaning up your messes or holding up your end of the bargain.
Cultural Shifts in Discipline
Newspapers and video feeds are teeming with examples of Americans’ reactions to the presidential election. The negative tenor and threatening statements made by the new President Elect sunk so low at times that educators sought guidance on how to process the candidates’ behavior when their students were frightened or inspired to mimic it. And even […]