S1 EP21 - Community Circles

Integrating circles is a simple, yet profound, practice to positively impact individuals in a school community. The goal of this podcast is to share information on how circles can be implemented in varied ways. Goals include building a strong sense of community, promoting active listening and restorative practices, and creating safe and inclusive learning environments.

ARTICLES and RESOURCES Using Circles: quick tips handout. Inclusive, Safe and Caring Programs, Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. What You Need to Know About Community Circles. OCDSB Mentally Healthy Classrooms 2023, Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. Fisher, Douglas and Frey, Nancy. 2022. Community Circles Build Restorative School Cultures. ascd educational leadership, September 2022 Riel, Margaret. 2000. Learning Circles: Virtual Communities for Elementary and Secondary Schools. eric.ed.gov ED441665 Amos, Clifford. 2013. Teaching Restorative Practices with Classroom Circles. Center for Restorative Process and San Francisco Unified School District. OUR GUEST Kim Esdaile - Ottawa-Carleton District School Board HOSTS Lawrence DeMaeyer – Professional Learning Consultant, Ontario Principals’ Council Susie Lee-Fernandes – Director of Professional Learning and Engagement, Ontario Principals’ Council Episode 21 Transcript PDF