Restorative Practices
Restorative Practices
The 5 Rs
There are 5 long-standing principles of Restorative Justice/Restorative Practices:
- Relationship
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Repair
- Reintegration
Restorative Mindset
School practices and procedures should reflect a restorative mindset that prioritizes relationships, fosters mutual respect, and values every member of the community.
At its core, restorative practices are guided by the principle that "human beings are happier, more cooperative and productive, and more likely to make positive changes in their behavior when those in positions of authority do things WITH them, rather than TO them or FOR them." — Wachtel