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Our guest blog writers share insights and opinions on topics relating to restorative justice and relationship building.
September 1, 2020
*NEW* Responding to #LBRJEchat.
Pre-Service teacher, private music instructor, and Memorial University Education student Laura Barr explains how #LBRJEchat helped her understanding of restorative justice and the value of relationships.
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August 11, 2020
What WE need.
Guest blogger Geroge Sheppard discusses his own experience using restorative justice in education. This guest blog features real-life experiences from a K-12 school principal, explaining his goal of "what works best for us as a school", not "look what I did"
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June 16, 2020
(Pt. 3) Just one.
dorothy discusses that by changing "just one" thing, we can begin to dismantle the structures & systems around us that continue to be a benefit to some, but a burden to others. Join dorothy in the conversation in this NEW (continuing) blog series, "Now, NOT Later"
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May 28, 2020
(Pt. 1) Now, NOT Later.
With the news of George Floyd's murder, news of the pandemic has seemed to lessen with a new focus being placed on racialized choking. Join Dorothy in the conversation in this NEW (continuing) blog series, "Now, NOT Later"
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June 5, 2020
(Pt. 2) Deep Listening.
dorothy discusses creating new ways of being in this time of pain and suffering for many, by those with privilege giving up something to allow others to gain the freedom that they have been longing for and rightfully deserve. Join dorothy in the conversation in this NEW (continuing) blog series, "Now, NOT Later"
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May 28, 2020
(Pt. 6) What's the point?
Dorothy discusses the crossroads of her beliefs of whether people are inherently good or bad, intact or broken. Join the conversation in this NEW continuing blog series, "At This Time..."
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May 26, 2020
(Pt. 5) We can see clearly now that we can't see clearly
Dorothy discusses how life, and our connections will be changing as the world begins to reopen. Join the conversation in this NEW continuing blog series, "At This Time..."
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May 15, 2020
(Pt. 2) What Do I Really Believe About Humanity?
In the second part to our "At This Time..." blog series, Dorothy describes her thoughts about measuring as opposed to honouring others in our relationships. Join the conversation in this NEW continuing blog series.
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May 19, 2020
(Pt. 3) A Conversation With Myself
In the third part to our "At This Time..." blog series, Dorothy describes big changes in her life, from leaving a job she loved, to better understanding the key principles and practices of restorative justice. Join the conversation in this NEW continuous blog series.
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May 21, 2020
(Pt. 4) Looking at myself in the 'mirror'
Dorothy discusses the importance of reflecting on who you are to ensure that you are living out your beliefs about humanity. Join the conversation in this NEW continuing blog series, "At This Time..."
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May 13, 2020
(Pt. 1) Reaction or Response?
Dorothy Vaandering describes her hesitancy in responding too quickly to the needs and expectations of the new reality forced upon us by COVID-19. Join the conversation in this NEW continuing blog series, "At This Time..."
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November 16, 2019
How Will We Know We Are Being Restorative?
In today's blog, our founder Dr. Dorothy Vaandering shares some helpful tips in tracking your own restorative behaviour and developing a critical mindset that puts relationships first.
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November 01, 2019
How Can We Honour Our Students Through Play-Based Learning?
In today's blog, our guest writer explores the connection between restorative justice in education and play-based learning. In order to work and learn together within play-based pedagogy, it is essential that students feel interconnected through healthy and nurtured relationships.
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October 22, 2019
The Solitary Man - Overcoming the Stigma of the Male Primary Teacher (Opinion)
In today's blog, we wonder if a culture of suspicion in the public psyche is measuring male primary school teachers against implicit biases and societal expectations, or are we truly honouring them as inherently valuable members of the whole school community?
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August 18, 2019
Should We Manage Student Behaviour?
In today's blog, the behaviour management protocol currently in place under the NLESD is critiqued. Our guest writer explains that our behaviour management plans do not allow us to consider the context of the behaviour since a single protocol could never address the broad array of student reactions.
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August 06, 2019
I Will Talk About Me:
Using the Restorative "I" Message
"I want to be brave and I want to share. But I also want to listen and to witness." This week's guest writer shares her experience with Restorative i-Messages in supporting healing, conflict resolution, and belonging.
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July 21, 2019
A Reflection on Implications of Restorative Justice Education on the Junior Youth Moral Empowerment Program
Our guest writer reflects upon her experiences using restorative justice practices with the Junior Youth Moral Empowerment Program.
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July 3, 2019
Restorative Justice in Picture Books:
Exploring Concepts
Using picture books as a reference point for others to speak about their own beliefs and values may act as a starting point that empowers students to direct their own learning and involvement in classrooms and schools through restorative justice in education.
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Be sure to check out more book recommendations through #RFBookClub
June 24, 2019
Rethinking Educational Engagement
Restorative justice in education may very well be a lifeline for our education system; an opportunity to repair harm created by policies that emphasize misbehavior and punishment.
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