Restorative Justice Classroom Practices Pack | Affective Statements Gr 4-10
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Quick overview
The **Restorative Justice Classroom Practices Pack** is a ready-to-implement resource for **Grades 4–10** designed to support **restorative practices, relationship building, student accountability, conflict resolution, and repairing harm** in classroom and school settings.
It provides practical tools for using restorative approaches across the continuum—from **community-building and affective statements to restorative circles, conflict resolution, and student re-entry**. The included protocols, templates, family communication, and staff professional development materials make it useful for both individual classrooms and broader school-wide implementation.
Ideal for **teachers, school counselors, social workers, administrators, restorative justice practitioners, and PBIS/MTSS teams** looking to strengthen **school climate, belonging, relationships, and restorative discipline practices**. Research on school-based restorative practices highlights community-building circles, relationship development, conflict resolution, accountability, and re-entry as key components of restorative approaches.
Product description
🛑 Are you ready to shift your classroom or school culture from punishment to accountability and repair? 🛑
Restorative Justice (RJ) is a proactive approach to building community and responding to harm. Rather than focusing on punishments that alienate students, restorative practices focus on understanding impact, rebuilding relationships, and creating a safe, empathetic classroom environment.
This Restorative Justice Classroom Practices Pack is a comprehensive, ready-to-implement toolkit designed for grades 4-10. Whether you are a teacher looking to implement circles in your classroom, or an administrator guiding a school-wide shift, this resource provides everything you need across the entire restorative continuum—from informal affective statements to formal re-entry plans.
✨ WHAT’S EXACTLY INSIDE THIS PACK ✨
1. Introduction to Restorative Practices A clear overview of the core principles of RJ and the Restorative Practices Continuum (Informal to Formal), giving you the foundational knowledge to implement these tools successfully.
2. Affective Statements Reference Guide The building blocks of a restorative classroom! This guide provides the "I feel... when... because..." formula, along with multiple examples for Academic Behaviors, Peer Relationships, and Classroom Climate, plus tips for effective delivery.
3. Circle Discussion Protocols (5 Protocols) Step-by-step facilitation guides for implementing restorative circles, complete with time estimates, materials, and prompt ideas:
Protocol 1: Community Building Circle (Building relational capital) Protocol 2: Academic Check-In Circle (Reflecting on progress & goals) Protocol 3: Conflict Resolution Circle (Addressing harm & collaborative problem-solving) Protocol 4: Re-Establishment Circle (Welcoming a student back after absence/suspension) Protocol 5: Celebration & Closure Circle (Ending on a positive note) 4. Re-Entry Plan Template A structured, fillable template for students returning from exclusionary discipline. Includes sections for Reflection on the Incident & Impact, Action Plan for Repairing Harm, Support & Commitments, and Signature Agreements.
5. Parent & Caregiver Overview Letter A professionally written, ready-to-send letter explaining the shift to restorative practices to families. It breaks down what it looks like in the classroom and how parents can use affective statements and restorative questions at home.
6. Staff Professional Development Mini-Course (4 Sessions) A complete PLC or staff meeting curriculum to get your whole team on the same page! Includes facilitator notes, objectives, discussion prompts, and action steps for:
Session 1: Foundations of Restorative Justice (The Social Discipline Window) Session 2: The Power of Affective Language (Rewriting punitive statements) Session 3: Facilitating Restorative Circles (Practice & facilitation tips) Session 4: Repairing Harm & Re-Entry (The Restorative Questions & role-play) 💡 WHY TEACHERS & SCHOOLS LOVE THIS RESOURCE:
Covers the Full Continuum: Moves seamlessly from proactive community building to reactive harm repair. Saves Hours of Prep: Scripts, prompts, and templates are ready to print and use immediately. Builds True Accountability: Moves beyond compliance to help students understand the impact of their actions. Includes Staff PD: Perfect for instructional coaches or admin looking to train their staff. 🎯 PERFECT FOR:
Middle School & High School Classrooms (Grades 4-10) School Counselors & Social Workers PBIS / MTSS Implementations Restorative Justice Coaches & Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in this resource?
This resource contains 21 pages of ready-to-print materials.
What grade level is this resource designed for?
This resource is designed for Gr 4-10. The content and activities are scaffolded to meet the developmental needs of students in this grade range.
Who is this resource perfect for?
This resource is perfect for: instructional coaches or admin looking to train their staff., 🎯 PERFECT FOR:.
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