Restorative Justice in Schools Workshop to Feature National Expert and Author
Des Moines, Iowa, February 17, 2009 — The Central Iowa Coalition for Restorative Justice and Employee & Family Resources (EFR) will present "Restorative Models in Schools, Practical Ways to Create Caring Climates" on Thursday, February 26, 2009, in West Des Moines. The all-day event features Lorraine Stutzman Amstutz, MSW, a nationally recognized expert in restorative justice principles and author of "The Little Book of Restorative Discipline for Schools," considered by many as a must-read for educators and other school professionals.
The workshop is designed to give educators, from classroom teachers to administrators and school board members, concrete strategies for practical and immediate implementation into their schools.
"Lorraine brings a wealth of knowledge and experience working in schools with youth and families through restorative practices," said Tammy Hoyman, COO of EFR. "She offers a fresh approach to age-old concerns of discipline and behavior problems in schools. We’re so lucky to have a nationally recognized expert of her caliber coming to our community."
The workshop will take place at the Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on February 26. Cost for the event is $35.00; lunch is provided. To register go to http://register.rjworkshop.efr.org or for more information contact Izaah Knox at iknox@efr.org or 471-2351.
The Central Iowa Coalition for Restorative Justice is a community-based resource created to further the principles of restorative justice by providing a centralized resource for training, education, collaboration, networking, and advocacy.
Employee & Family Resources, Inc., headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, is a not-for-profit human services organization established in 1964. As a leader and innovator in the field of human services, EFR is committed to serving the emotional and behavioral well-being of children, youth and adults.
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Contact:
Tammy Hoyman
Employee & Family Resources
thoyman@efr.org
(515) 471-2359
