Philosophy+of+Restorative+Practices

Restorative Classroom Practices is a framework for creating a restorative environment in a classroom community. It strives to promote community, acceptance, and belonging in a safe environment the works at strengthening relationships and repairing harm.

Restorative Practice is: - **Respectful** (Distinguishing behaviour from the person) - **Fair** (engaging, with explanations and clarifying expecations) - **Restorative** by repairing harm and building relationships

It will - **Develop Empathy** (through reflection, insight, and learning) - **Enhance responsibility and accountability** - **Support** positive behavioural change and the strengthening of relationships

(borrowed from [|International Institute for Restorative Practices Canada - IIRP])


 * Some links to help you understand the philosophy of Restorative Practices:**

[|The Restorative Practices Framework (IIRP)]

[|What is Restorative Practices? (IIRP)]

[|Restorative Practices: Values and Key Principles (HULL Center for Restorative Practices)]

[|What are Restorative Practices (Bethel College)]