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District pilots restorative practices in two schools, plans district‑wide training and measurement
Summary
District 15 introduced a restorative practices initiative focused on community building and repairing harm; pilot work at CLA and Paddock showed early positive effects and the district scheduled training and coaching to expand implementation.
District 15 officials presented a restorative practices initiative designed to strengthen school community, reduce disciplinary incidents, and improve student attendance and belonging. The program emphasizes community circles, “talking pieces,” and prevention‑focused practices that schools can use to build relationships and address harm when it occurs.
Megan Meyer, the district’s trauma‑informed coordinator, and other student‑services staff described the approach as twofold: universal community‑building (prevention) and restorative responses when harm occurs. The International…
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