K-12 Restorative Justice Practices Implementation Academy
Monday, August 3, 2026 – Thursday, August 6, 2026
Training Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for this four day immersive experience designed to support K-12 schools and district leaders in learning how to plan and lead the implementation of restorative justice practices (RJP) in a way that achieves systemic transformation.
In this training you will:
- Learn, practice, and create unique applications through the art and science of restorative practices implementation
- Generate a site-based/district implementation plan based on research and evidence-based RJ Practices
- Dive deep into real-world scenarios, honing your ability to apply RJP effectively in diverse contexts.
- Elevate your leadership skills to effectively promote, lead, and support the implementation of RJP in your school and district.
- Forge valuable connections within a vibrant network of fellow academic leaders, researchers, and experienced practitioners.
- Experience the ethos underlying RJP, transcending mere intervention to foster a campus culture where every individual feels deeply valued and truly belongs.
Participants will receive supportive print materials and a certificate of completion.
Cost of attendance is $2,500. The deadline to register for this event will be Friday, June 12. Be sure to submit registration by June 12. To register, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page!
Testimonials
“It is not an exaggeration to say that this was a life-changing week. I gained so much insight into myself and others. I have much more confidence in myself and this process now. I don't feel confident in the sense that I am now and expert and know exactly how to do this. I feel confident in the fact that, if I am approaching the circle from a place of authenticity, with clear intentions and an open heart, I can do this important work. I will fumble at times, the process might be messy, but I can't give up. I will be forever grateful for this week.”
“While I learned so much that will move me forward both personally and professionally, I think the MOST important piece of this training is the modeling of the practice - the mindset and the heartset. How many times have we sat through PD where people are teaching what to do while doing NONE of the things they are teaching?! THANK YOU for BEING restorative, not just doing a training.”
“I thank the facilitators for creating such a great experience. My passion and joy for the work was rekindled. I strongly feel so much can now be accomplished at our site as this great training was received by our team.”
“This institute was such a powerful balance of human-centered practice, data and research, and goal-oriented strategic planning. It builds over the course of the week to the point where I was ready and capable of developing my own context-specific action plan and corresponding formative assessment data collection plan. I feel prepared to present this to my site administration and confident that they will see the purpose and buy into the intended outcomes. This will allow my team to begin enacting change.”
“The team was very transparent, and this allowed for a feeling of collegiality. The circles modeled allowed for the participants to open and be honest with one another. The whole experience was pleasant. This by far was the best training I have ever attended. Thank you!”
Who Should Attend?
K-12 leaders, teachers, counselors, site and district administrators, aspiring leaders, restorative coordinators, and union representatives seeking to enhance their RJP skills.
We strongly encourage you to invite your colleagues to join you in crafting the most effective RJP implementation plan possible!
Meet the Training Team
Adele Bovard
Adele Bovard has spent the last 35 years as an educator working in the classroom, serving as a building principal of both elementary and secondary buildings, before going into the central office roles of deputy superintendent and superintendent of schools. The work of restorative practice has the most significant impact on people which is why she chooses this as focal point of her current work. Well known among her colleagues across New York State, Adele is acknowledged as an innovative educator with experience in rural, urban, and suburban schools. Her work with educational leaders is predicated on clarifying existing strength and building complimentary strategic teams to engage in systems work uniquely designed for each district.
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Anthony Ceja
Anthony Ceja served as a Senior Manager for the San Diego County Office of Education where he worked for 26 years. For 12 years Anthony served as the Lead Trainer and Coach for Restorative Justice Practices for schools in San Diego County and trained over 12,000 educators. After his retirement from SDCOE in July of 2024, Anthony founded and serves as the Executive Director for Building Restorative Communities, LLC where he provides training and support for schools and organizations to develop restorative community building circles, restorative conflict intervention, restorative conferences and restorative leadership.
Jenny Winkler, PhD, MPH
Jenny Winkler is a public health professional, facilitator, mediator, and educational consultant dedicated to building healthy communities and transforming conflict. She earned her doctorate in public health with a focus on conflict management as a strategy for health promotion.
Through her work with the National Conflict Resolution Center, she partnered with school districts to integrate restorative practices across systems and programs. She now collaborates with districts to provide professional learning that strengthens welcoming school communities, supports constructive conflict engagement, and advances data-informed continuous improvement. In addition, she supports international health research partnerships.