My focus is going to be how restorative justice practices in schools reduce reoccuring student behaviors.
1. How does the implementation of restorative justice practices in educational settings impact student behavior, academic performance, and overall school climate?
2. To what extent does restorative justice contribute to reducing disparities in discipline outcomes (e.g., suspension rates, expulsion rates) among different demographic groups (e.g., race, gender, socioeconomic status) within educational institutions?
3. How do restorative justice practices in education influence the development of social-emotional skills, conflict resolution abilities, and empathy among students, as compared to traditional punitive disciplinary measures?