Restorative Practices is a an approach used to strengthen relationships between individuals as well as social connections within communities. In Maple Heights City Schools, staff in all buildings have received training in restorative practices and are beginning to incorporate these concepts into their everyday practices. This is accomplished by...

• Acknowledging that relationships are central to building community

• Ensuring equity of voice among all members of the community. All voices are valued, everyone is heard.

• Establishing a culture of high expectations with high support, emphasizing doing things “WITH” not “TO” or “FOR”.

• Building systems that address misbehavior and harm in a way that strengthens relationships and focuses on the harm done rather than only rule-breaking.

• Engaging in collaborative problem solving.

• Enhancing accountability, responsibility and empowering change and growth for all members of the community.

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