Restorative Practices: Supporting Adolescent Boys

Adolescent boys are full of curiosity, energy, and potential—but too often, school systems aren’t set up to support the way they learn best. Despite their strengths, many boys are falling behind—academically, emotionally, and socially. But the problem isn’t just the boys. It’s the system.

Join us for a two-day restorative retreat designed for educators, counselors, and community leaders who want to better understand and support adolescent boys. Grounded in research from Richard Reeves, Michael Reichert, and our own work in schools, this experience will explore how building strong relationships can re-engage boys and transform classroom culture.

We’re thrilled to be partnering with our colleague Dr. Jaron Green, whose work bridges education and youth development with a focus on equity and community wellness. Together, we’ll examine why boys struggle in traditional school settings and how time-bound systems often reinforce inequities—especially for Black boys. We’ll explore restorative practices that center connection, empathy, and belonging. You’ll leave with actionable strategies that support boys as relational learners, while benefiting all students.

What You’ll Gain:

• Insight into the social and emotional needs of adolescent boys
  
  
• Tools for building and repairing relationships with students
  
  
• Practices that foster collaboration, reflection, and peer connection
  
  
• Space to reflect, connect, and grow with like-minded educators
  
  

Let’s shift the focus from what we teach to who we teach—and begin building the kinds of learning environments where boys thrive.

Dates and Times: Thursday, July 17 & Friday, July 18, 2025. 9am-4pm each day

Where: In person at Rivers Edge in Medford, MA (easy T access and free parking)

Included: 14 MA PDPs | Continental Breakfast | Lunch

Pricing: $625 Operational Rate | $750 Supporter Rate | $500 Equity Rate

• Operational Rate - This is the standard rate for our workshops, which makes our work possible.
• Supporter Rate - This rate is for those with institutional funding or historical access to wealth. It pays for yourself and makes it possible for us to offer this work to those who may not otherwise be able to participate.
• Equity Rate - This rate is for those who would not be able to participate at the regular rate due to systemic inequity.

We are committed to doing everything we can to make our offerings accessible to everyone. Through the generosity of Preotle, Lane & Associates, (PLA) we are able to offer a limited number of need-based scholarships, going above and beyond our Equity Rate of $500. Please contact us at aW5xdWlyeSB8IHBhdGh3YXlzMnJjICEgY29t to apply for a scholarship.

If you are interested in a group rate (4 or more from the same school/organization) or registering with a Purchase Order, please contact us at aW5xdWlyeSB8IHBhdGh3YXlzMnJjICEgY29t.

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