Teacher Perceptions and Use of Restorative Practices in Elementary Schools
Start Date
29-4-2022 2:15 PM
Location
Alter Hall Poster Session 1 - 2nd floor
Abstract
During recent years, punitive, exclusionary based discipline policies in K-12 schools have come under scrutiny due to their role in promoting systemic racism in our schools. In response, Restorative (Justice) Practices attempt to reduce punitive, exclusionary discipline, improve school climate, and help decrease racial disparities in school discipline policy and outcomes. Previous research on Restorative Practices in schools have focused on efficacy in middle and high schools with little focus on elementary schools. This research examines a Restorative Practices program in three elementary schools in the Northwest Local School District. This paper aims to explore the relationship, if any, between teacher mindsets of Restorative Practices and their self-reported use of Restorative Practices with students. While also considering the possible impact of grade level, years of experience, and experience with Restorative Practices. This research is currently on-going and preliminary results will be presented.
Teacher Perceptions and Use of Restorative Practices in Elementary Schools
Alter Hall Poster Session 1 - 2nd floor
During recent years, punitive, exclusionary based discipline policies in K-12 schools have come under scrutiny due to their role in promoting systemic racism in our schools. In response, Restorative (Justice) Practices attempt to reduce punitive, exclusionary discipline, improve school climate, and help decrease racial disparities in school discipline policy and outcomes. Previous research on Restorative Practices in schools have focused on efficacy in middle and high schools with little focus on elementary schools. This research examines a Restorative Practices program in three elementary schools in the Northwest Local School District. This paper aims to explore the relationship, if any, between teacher mindsets of Restorative Practices and their self-reported use of Restorative Practices with students. While also considering the possible impact of grade level, years of experience, and experience with Restorative Practices. This research is currently on-going and preliminary results will be presented.
