Restorative justice practices are increasingly implemented in school systems as a way to forge stronger relationships, and to address problematic student behavior without resorting to exclusionary discipline. This presentation seeks to review existing school-based practices and further explore ways in which restorative justice practices can be employed in the context of special education disputes. The presentation will include a short synopsis of existing school based restorative justice projects in place throughout the U.S. Two state education agency dispute resolution specialists will share their experience and insight on current and future applications of restorative justice in the context of special education with a focus on facilitated IEP meetings, mediation, and parent/community outreach and engagement.
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education
Supporting the prevention and resolution of disputes through partnership and collaboration
