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CREATING A CULTURE OF CARE

IN SCHOOLS | AT HOME | AMONG OUR COMMUNITIES

Welcome to Restorative Justice Education

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We are a community of educators, superintendents, school administrators, professors, ​researchers, school psychologists, social workers, consultants, and community organizers who are passionate about creating a Culture of Care in our communities!  Restorative Justice Education implements researched and evidence-based trainings borne of indigenous roots to create a Culture of Care in our schools, at home, and among our various communities.
 
Through our series of virtual and in-person trainings, RJEd Facilitators teach the critical values of Restorative Justice principles and practices & culturally appropriate relationships, and how to implement them in the classroom, within a school, across the school district, in school programs, in human services organizations & programs, and within the home setting.
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​What is a Culture of Care?​

A Culture of Care in Schools is characterized by non-dominating relationships, where adults and children feel a sense of belonging and connectedness, have a culturally safe place for their voices to be heard, and are able to be self-determining. 

Watch this video featuring Hinkley High School (our pilot school in Colorado) to see how they have implemented a Culture of Care in their school.

Featured Trainings

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Intro to Culture of Care
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The Intro to Culture of Care training is our foundational course that encompasses the continuum of Restorative Justice (RJ) Principles and Practices and culturally appropriate relationships & interactions.  Participants learn how RJ practices can be implemented to create a sense of connectedness and belonging and to restore minor to major behavior problems; from prevention through intervention.​
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Implementing a Culture of Care:​
​Advanced Training

This course is designed for consultants and those working with schools on implementing Restorative Justice Education's K-12, research-based pedagogy (Intro to Culture of Care). Participants will take a deeper dive into the research and thinking behind creating a Culture of Care in schools.
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Intro to Culture of Care: ​
​RJ Coordinators & Social Workers

This training is based on our research, "The Future of School Social Work: Providing Leadership Through Restorative Justice Coordination." This course allows participants to experience the Intro to Culture of Care curriculum through the lens of an RJ Coordinator or Social Worker.
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Research, Publications & News

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Strengthening Relationships to Respond to Challenging Behaviors of Culturally Diverse Children in Schools in New Zealand and the United States

We are excited to announce that Dr. Tom Cavanagh's paper, "Strengthening Relationships to Respond to Challenging Behaviors of Culturally Diverse Children in Schools in New Zealand and the United States", has been accepted to present at the 2025 AERA (American Education Research Association) Annual Meeting to be held in Denver Colorado. ​
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Creating a Culture of Care in Schools: ​​A Basic Primer

In this book author Dr. Tom Cavanagh shares insights into the theories and thinking that are the foundation of his work. Dr. Cavanagh describes in some detail the ideas behind the Intro to Culture of Care training.
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January 2025 RJEd Newsletter

We invite you to read and explore what is going on in our world. We hope to bring you relevant content in the world of restorative principles and practices and periodically highlight events, people, schools, and research. We also want to connect you with other passionate educators that are committed to this important work; co-creating with you, a system of support and a community of practice!
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A Culture of Care in Schools is characterized by non-dominating relationships, where adults and children feel a sense of belonging and connectedness, have a culturally safe place for their voices to be heard, and are able to be self-determining. – Dr. Tom Cavanagh

​Restorative Justice Education
Creating a Culture of Care in Schools
P.O. Box 270444
Fort Collins, CO 80527

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    • Team
    • FAQ
  • Trainings
  • Contact
  • Donation
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  • Events
    • 2025 Intro to Culture of Care Trainings
    • 2025 Advanced Training
  • Research, Publications & News
  • Resources