Repair harm. Rebuild trust. Move forward.

At Leaders, restorative practices are part of how the school approaches behavior, relationships and conflict. The goal is not simply to assign a consequence, but to help students reflect, take responsibility and repair harm within the community.

How restorative practices work

Current NYC Outward Bound information states that Leaders uses restorative practices focused on changing behavior and repairing harm. Students are given opportunities to reflect on mistakes and resolve conflicts as a community rather than relying only on punitive responses.
Leaders is also designated a NYC Public Schools Restorative Justice Mentor School, making this more than generic school-culture language: restorative practice is a documented part of the school's identity.
The approach also fits with other Leaders structures. Crew emphasizes relationships, reflection and community. PBATs require revision and learning over time. Student-Led Conferences historically placed students in an active role in evaluating their own growth. Together, those practices reflect a school culture built around agency and accountability rather than passive compliance.

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