Who am I?My name is Laquita Lane and I'm from Chicago, IL. I have a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Chicago State University. I am currently working on my Master's Degree in Social work at Northeastern Illinois University. I am the Restorative Justice Coordinator at The Ogden International School of Chicago. My purpose is to promote positive change within our school systems and communities.
When I'm not in school, I enjoy spending quality time with my three year old son Monte, traveling, reading, and playing basketball. |
What is Restorative Justice in Schools? |
Restorative justice is a powerful approach to discipline that focuses on repairing harm through inclusive processes that engage all stakeholders. Restorative practices aim to build classroom communities that are supported by clear agreements, authentic communication, and specific tools to bring issues and conflicts forward in a helpful way. Restorative approaches make safer schools and contribute to social and emotional learning.
The benefits of Restorative Justice in Schools include:
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How to get involved? |
I would like to get all staff, students, and parents involved in the restorative justice practice. Please email me if you are interested in learning how to incorporate restorative justice practices and circles inside your classroom. Also, email me if you are interested in becoming apart of the restorative justice team. I look forward to working with each and every one of you.
Email: [email protected] |