Conflict 180
Turning Conflict Into Connection
Tools
Featuring a dozen of the most requested Conflict 180 restorative tools, this page contains original Conflict 180 materials, including Reflection Sheets (adult and youth), Conflict Cards (with and without photos), Feelings Lists and Cards, and the 2017 Restorative Pocket Guide. Free to download and…
Newsletter
Featuring the best of the weekly Restorative News and Tips, this page is divided into four sections: (a) Restorative Foundations; (b) Building Community and Skills; (c) Addressing Issues; and (d) Getting to the Roots of Conflict. Colorful one page handouts of many of the…
Videos
Featuring a selection of restorative videos from the web, including Restorative Circles in action (from elementary to high school); Conflict 180 in the media; and videos featuring restorative principles such as vulnerability, perspective taking, and courage. Great to watch with students or as a…
2 Steps to Better Parent Teacher Meetings
Whether you are a teacher, a parent, or both, parent-teacher conferences (and meetings throughout the year) do not have to be stressful. Instead, they can be an opportunity for everyone to get on the same page on how to best support our children. This…
Restorative is Not Gentle
People often share with me how they have handled a difficult situation, with the following caveats: “Elaine, this was probably not restorative, but I told her: ‘I don’t want to be spoken to that way. It’s not ok.’ “ “So I did NOT use…
The Fishbowl: A Classroom Circle Story
This is a TRUE story told to me by Ms. Goforit – whose 7th graders had a small conflict (some name calling) the day before. Let’s call the involved students Angry, Bored, and Clever. Ms. Goforit knew she did not have time to prep all…
