Learn the value and process of circles—practical and effective tools for creating a positive classroom climate in both secondary and elementary schools, which you will be able to use immediately.

	“Restorative circles could be the best way to form a sense of community among students.” —Lisa Brey, Teacher, Muhlenberg High School, Laureldale, PA

Benefits

• circles can be used, with a modest time investment, to:
  • create a positive classroom community at any grade level
  • manage classroom behavior
  • engage students in their education and improve academic achievement
• circles teach students:
  • that their classroom is a community
  • how to build trust
  • to support each other’s learning
  • to hold each other accountable

Focus

• circle techniques and ideas
• what circles can accomplish
• how circles can be restorative
• using circles to stimulate learning and discussion

Agenda & Materials

• participatory exercises to:
  • practice using circles
  • develop new circle applications and questions
• videos of circles in actual classroom situations
• analysis of videos in the context of restorative philosophy
• discussion of key circle issues
• helpful materials to take home

The one day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $125 per person.

See the Training Schedule/Registration page for the current schedule and to register. For more information, email the IIRP Training & Consulting Division or call (610) 807-9221.