Soft ‘restorative justice’ discipline policy a bust in NYC public schools — as violent incidents balloon to 4,200 this year: study

Surprise, Surprise: 'Restorative Justice' in Schools Doesn't Work

Soft ‘restorative justice’ discipline policy a bust in NYC public schools — as violent incidents balloon to 4,200 this year: study

The New York City Department of Education's $100 million policy de-emphasizing stricter school discipline in favor of "restorative justice" in the name of equity has been a bust -- contributing to disorder, lack of accountability and may have contributed to an increase in chronic absenteeism, a new study claims.

New Issue Brief: The Cost of Restorative Justice in New York City Schools

Alternatives to school discipline are hindering student success NEW YORK, NY – Families and educators in New York City remain concerned about the state of education with rising absenteeism, cellphone disruptions, and stagnating test scores. School discipline and safety issues have also drawn increased attention. Over the last decade, New York City has moved away […]