The Educators Circle is for people who are using circles in their classroom, school, or community…as well for those who are simply circle-curious. The Educators Circle free the last Wednesday of every month throughout the school year, from 6:00 – 7:30 in Culver City. Our community of practitioners is growing and when we come together in circle with one another Read more...

Introduction to Council & Restorative Justice is for educators, parents, and youth workers. This participatory two-day workshop prepares participants to begin circle facilitation in classes, schools, families, and youth organizations with students, colleagues, and peers. It covers the history and basics of circle practices, forms and modalities, of framing effective prompts, and of how to use circle ways to promote academic Read more...

Introduction to Circle Ways immerses participants in a variety of circle experiences, grounds them in the history of circle practices and the elements of circle facilitation, and arms them with a copy of our Circle Facilitator’s Manual. As participants turn toward one another and what’s at the center of their circle, this workshop elicits authentic sharing, non-judgmental listening, new perspectives, and feelings of respect, gratitude, and affection. Upon completing this workshop, participants are prepared and inspired to begin facilitating circles with students, colleagues and parents, and to connect academic and social-emotional learning. We are now offering this highly Read more...

Restorative Practices for Educators is our level 2 training. It is for educators who want to integrate the community-building practice of council with a restorative approach to social-emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, behavior management, and wellness. This two day workshop prepares educators to implement a range of restorative strategies to establish positive behavior expectations, address community concerns, respond to incidents Read more...