Ready to transform your school into a safe, positive, and restorative place where both students and staff thrive? Join us for the Restorative PBIS Summer Bootcamp—a practical, inspiring, and empowering training experience designed for school leaders who want to reduce behavior issues without resorting to punishment or burnout. 🗓️ June 16–20, 2025 💻 100% Online | Daily mindset videos, live coaching, and ready-to-use resources 🎯 Designed for school leadership teams Each day, you’ll get a short, energizing video in your inbox, a targeted training session, and a full toolkit to take action—plus access to live support and Q&A with Laura Mooiman, LCSW, creator of Restorative PBIS™. ✅ Learn how to build staff buy-in ✅ Use restorative circles that feel natural (not forced!) ✅ Respond to behavior in ways that actually change it ✅ Choose the path that works best for your school—whether you're starting from scratch or ready to go deeper ✨ Join hundreds of leaders around the world building calmer, kinder schools. 🔗 Sign up now at @p 📥 Don’t forget to subscribe for more resources and updates! #RestorativePBIS #SchoolLeadership #PBIS #RestorativePractices #PositiveDiscipline #EducationReform #SummerPD #SchoolCulture #MTSS #TraumaInformedSchools #TeacherSupport #SchoolDiscipline

How to prepare for restorative conversations—especially when they feel risky. Spoiler: It’s all about the Prep Work. What happens before the circle makes all the difference. FREE DOWNLOAD: https://www.lauramooiman.com/too-risky-for-restorative WEBSITE: www.lauramooiman.com INSTAGRAM: @lauramooiman FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RestorativePBIS/ REFERENCES Christie, N. (1977). Conflicts as property, British Journal of Criminology, 17(1): 1- 15. Scottish Government (2017) Delivery of restorative justice in Scotland: guidance. Edinburgh: Scottish Government, at @tions/guidancedelivery-restorative-justice-scotland/pages/2/ Shapland, J., Buchan, J., Kirkwood, S., Edinburgh Napier University, & KU Leuven. (2022). Mitigation and risk in restorative justice. In Report to the Scottish Government. @itigation-risk-report-final-version-to-scottish-government.pdf You may not modify, print or copy any part of this video. You may not include any part of this video in another resource by embedding, framing or otherwise without the express permission of Laura Mooiman. DISCLAIMER Information in the video is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide any type of legal advice. Please seek legal assistance should you require it. Any views or opinions represented in this video are personal and belong solely to Laura Mooiman, and do not represent those of people, institutions or organizations that I refer to in the video, unless explicitly stated. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual. While I have made every attempt to ensure that the information contained in the video is correct, I am not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. All information in the video is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timeliness or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. In no event will Laura Mooiman be liable to you or anyone else for any decision made or action taken in reliance on the information on the video, or for any consequential, special or similar damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. If you would like to contact me to understand more about this Disclaimer or wish to use my videos for training or other purposes, please send an email to @lauramooiman.com

Beautiful California School District with clear PBIS signage.

Afterschool Programs also need Restorative PBIS. Often rife with messy transitions, lack of structure, and young staff, it is common to have chaotic environments with bullying, conflict and punishment. After school programs need Restorative PBIS as much as schools do! #restorativepbis means 1. Building Relationships 2. Establishing and Teaching consistent expectations 3. Creating a Positive Reinforcement System and 4. Responding to Problems with Teaching and Restorative Practices. #restorativepractices #pbis #afterschoolprogram

Is behavior support in After-School Programs different from what you would set up for schools during the school day? Nope! It’s really the same. The components of a calm, consistent environment is really the same no matter where you are! #afterschool #restorativepbis #pbis #restorativepractices

Whether school, church or after school programming, any time you are working with groups of kids the same rules apply. If you want a safe, positive atmosphere then you need to do these 4 things: 1. Build relationships 2) Establish and Teach clear, consistent expectations 3) Use a positive reinforcement system like positive tickets and then 4) use restorative responses to challenging behavior. Ask the Restorative Questions to resolve conflict among kids - it’s all the same! #restorativepbis #restorativepractices #pbis #principal #principalsofinstagram

Another work trip - this time Boston! Because it’s his favorite city I brought Feike along. Arriving a couple days early we did some sightseeing and ate at the most delicious restaurants (Irish pubs, Italian, chocolate chip cookies and all this American)! The upside to work travel is seeing so many beautiful places! And the food. #businesstravel #principalsofinstagram

Have you ever heard someone say, “PBIS doesn’t work”? The truth is, they’re right—at least, not for every student. But that’s not a failure of PBIS; that’s exactly how it’s designed to work. In this video, we break down why Tier 1 supports—like clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and consistent responses to behavior—are essential but won’t be enough for every student. That’s where Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions come in. We’ll explain: ✅ Why Tier 1 is just the foundation – and why strengthening it is the first step before adding more interventions. ✅ How the PBIS/MTSS pyramid works – with universal, targeted, and intensive supports. ✅ Practical steps for schools – to build effective Tier 2 & 3 interventions without getting overwhelmed. ✅ Why focusing only on the most challenging students is a mistake – and how a proactive plan can make all the difference. If you’re ready to stop reacting and start planning, this video will help you build a stronger PBIS system that actually works for all students. Watch now and let’s create a calmer, more consistent school environment together! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment below! What challenges have you faced in PBIS implementation? Let’s talk about it! 💬👇 Tier 2 & 3 Behavior Supports Online Course: @-3-behavior-supports Restorative PBIS School Leadership Academy @tivepbis Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI): @e/tfi WEBSITE: @ INSTAGRAM: @oiman/ FACEBOOK: @ooiman.consulting CITATION You may not modify, print or copy any part of this video. You may not include any part of this video on another resource by embedding, framing or otherwise without the express permission of Laura Mooiman. DISCLAIMER Information in the video is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide any type of legal advice. Please seek legal assistance should you require it. Any views or opinions represented in this video are personal and belong solely to Laura Mooiman, and do not represent those of people, institutions or organizations that I refer to in the video, unless explicitly stated. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual. While I have made every attempt to ensure that the information contained in the video is correct, I am not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. All information in the video is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timeliness or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. In no event will Laura Mooiman be liable to you or anyone else for any decision made or action taken in reliance on the information on the video, or for any consequential, special or similar damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. If you would like to contact me to understand more about this Disclaimer or wish to use my videos for training or other purposes, please send an email to @lauramooiman.com

It’s is a trend in school districts that work with me: creating a buffer before making the decision to suspend. At least 3 School districts have a person to CALL 📞 when considering suspension. Now they can 1. Run the situation by a trusted person 2. Get alternative ideas for restoration and interventions that will ACTUALLY WORK and 3. Get the encouragement you need to keep going on your Restorative PBIS journey! #youcandothis #restorativepbis #pbis #restorativepractices

How to handle girl fights? Try to hit all 3 parts of a Restorative Consequence: Restoration, Sanction, Intervention. You can find the “Girl Drama Circle” script in my store at www.lauramooiman.com. #restorativepbis #restorativepractices

This is a hard story for some to hear. Those of you who have worked with challenging behaviors and have been in situations like this know how hard it can be. We wish we had a magic wand and could just “get kids to behave” or “get all the kids to be nice to each other.” When students act out in a classroom there is a real impact on the other students and it can cause so much frustration and anger that the child gets rejected by their peers. The very child who probably needs the most love and acceptance acts in a way that makes it hard for them to get it. So often we don’t allow children to communicate that impact to each other because we worry that it will be hurtful and shaming. But what if we taught children respectful ways to speak about how they feel to each other? Instead of aggression or retribution, isolation and anger - what if instead we helped them express what they need from each other and help them move forward? #restorativepractices #restorativepbis

Why is Consistency important across a school?

Restorative PBIS combines Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) with Restorative Practices to create a balanced, compassionate framework for schools. It focuses on building relationships through circles, collaboratively establishing expectations, reinforcing positive behaviors, and addressing challenges using restorative language. This approach fosters a positive school culture where structure and kindness go hand-in-hand. WEBSITE: www.lauramooiman.com INSTAGRAM: @mooiman/ FACEBOOK: @mooiman.consulting CITATION You may not modify, print or copy any part of this video. You may not include any part of this video on another resource by embedding, framing or otherwise without the express permission of Laura Mooiman. DISCLAIMER Information in the video is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide any type of legal advice. Please seek legal assistance should you require it. Any views or opinions represented in this video are personal and belong solely to Laura Mooiman, and do not represent those of people, institutions or organizations that I refer to in the video, unless explicitly stated. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual. While I have made every attempt to ensure that the information contained in the video is correct, I am not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. All information in the video is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timeliness or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. In no event will Laura Mooiman be liable to you or anyone else for any decision made or action taken in reliance on the information on the video, or for any consequential, special or similar damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. If you would like to contact me to understand more about this Disclaimer or wish to use my videos for training or other purposes, please send an email to @lauramooiman.com

Download the ONE Discipline Referral Form https://www.lauramooiman.com/discipline-referral-form 📋 **The ONE Discipline Referral Form & Discipline Procedure** 📋 In this video, I'll share essential tips for creating an effective Discipline Referral form and discipline procedure at your school. I'll explain why you only need one simple form and how to streamline the process for teachers and staff. Discover the key elements your form should include, such as crucial data points and restorative questions for reflection. I'll also highlight what should NOT be on the form, like teacher decisions on consequences and parent signatures. Create a more consistent, predictable, and safe school environment by enrolling in the Restorative PBIS School Leadership Academy NOW! https://www.lauramooiman.com/restorativepbis Download the Restorative Discipline Flowchart https://www.lauramooiman.com/restorative-discipline-flowchart Download the ONE Discipline Referral Form https://www.lauramooiman.com/discipline-referral-form Also helpful is my How to Call Home for Misbehavior video and downloadable Parent Phone Call Script! https://www.lauramooiman.com/category/all-products REFERENCES Girvan EJ, Gion C, McIntosh K, Smolkowski K. The relative contribution of subjective office referrals to racial disproportionality in school discipline. Sch Psychol Q. 2017 Sep;32(3):392-404. doi: 10.1037/spq0000178. Epub 2016 Oct 13. PMID: 27736122. Monahan, K.C., VanDerhei, S., Bechtold, J. et al. From the School Yard to the Squad Car: School Discipline, Truancy, and Arrest. J Youth Adolescence 43, 1110–1122 (2014). @/s10964-014-0103-1 Kelly Welch, Allison Ann Payne, Racial Threat and Punitive School Discipline, Social Problems, Volume 57, Issue 1, 1 February 2010, Pages 25–48, @/sp.2010.57.1.25 United States Government Accountability Office Report to Congressional Requesters, 2018. @s/gao-18-258

To enroll go to https://www.lauramooiman.com/restorativepbis School administrators are facing tremendous pressure to enforce traditional consequences, despite knowing how ineffective they are. The clash between research-backed alternatives and the demands of teachers and parents can be overwhelming. If you've ever wondered how to get teachers on board with alternative discipline methods or faced pushback demanding consequences, you're not alone. To get solutions and to learn how to transform your school, you need Restorative PBIS School Leadership Academy, to enroll go to https://www.lauramooiman.com/restorativepbis

Problems with vandalism at your school? Listen how one large High School ended their bathroom vandalism problem with Restorative Practices & PBIS. To learn how for your school register for my upcoming FREE Webinar "Tackle Your School Discipline in 3 Steps with Restorative PBIS" at www.lauramooiman.com/webinar

Worried about getting staff buy-in for a new Restorative discipline system? Listen to Becca's story! Register for my webinar at www.lauramooiman.com/webinar

Here's a story about Maryanne, a middle school principal who reduced office referrals by 40% in 1 month! Join me in my FREE Webinar "Tackle Your School Discipline in 3 Steps with Restorative PBIS" and learn how she did it! https://www.lauramooiman.com/webinar

DESCRIPTION Download the Restorative Questions here: https://www.lauramooiman.com/rq ​​The Handling Resistance Pocket Book (Clayton, 2011) https://mikeclayton.co.uk/2011/09/creating-the-onion-model-2/

Want to bring Restorative Practices into your school to address discipline issues? Download the questions for FREE and start using today: https://www.lauramooiman.com/rq These questions can be used with conflict between two people, in a small group, a whole classroom or even as a whole staff. And here’s the kicker, it is actually a time saver! It’s much faster than trying to address issues in a more traditional way - investigating who did what to whom and assigning punishments and blame. That’s because right from the start they encourage people to take responsibility and accountability.

In this Live Webinar Laura brings in a specialist in the area of Special Education and Restorative Practices! Don't miss the FREE DOWNLOAD for Adapted Restorative Questions here: https://www.lauramooiman.com/rqadapted Meet Frances Jessie, Special Education Restorative Trainer & Consultant as she presents on how to use Restorative Practices with students with special needs. Frances lives in London and supports schools to develop restorative approaches to managing and understanding student behavior - particularly those with complex special education needs. For more information or to book Frances you can find her here: https://restorative-relationship.co.uk

I have seen SO MANY questions about what to do about school elopement (bolting) from class, particularly in early elementary, so I made a quick video (4 min) and a download of just 4 quick steps to take to tackle the problem. I really hope that you can use these steps to make some strides in reducing the eloping behaviors and eventually get your student(s) back in class! I hope this helps! FREE School Elopement Checklist at www.lauramooiman.com/elope P.S. I would LOVE to hear more ideas and strategies - how do you handle school elopement? #Education #studentbehavior #pbis

Following this link will give you more information about the Restorative PBIS Principal's Academy. https://www.lauramooiman.com/first-ten-promo-sign-up-page

Today I just finished up the 2-day Facilitating Restorative Conferences Training #iirp Together with principals, social workers, counselors, and even campus supervisors we practiced how to run some of the most intense circles with high levels of conflict and harm. These educators are working to change the way they respond to these situations in order to promote safer more positive and more restorative schools. #restorativepractices

A classroom teacher running a circle in elementary school and talking about how to solve friend problems.

Schools can be full of sweet moments of joy and kindness. But it’s not effortless. This school has worked hard to create intentional changes like consistent lunchtime routines and playground supervision systems of safety and positivity! Implementing a safe and positive school requires monthly team meetings, teacher training, principal coaching, and school district support. It’s not for the faint of heart because schools like this don’t happen by accident. Sweet requires Systems.

Improve behavior & school culture for all staff and students by implementing a proven framework integration PBIS, Restorative Practices and MTSS.

PBIS & Restorative Practices are two of the most widely used school climate initiatives in the world and many educators believe they must choose one or the other. In this session, learn how to combine these two approaches to create a stronger, more sustainable school culture change. PBIS is foundational to creating systems and structures to prevent problem behavior, make students and staff feel safe, and shift staff mindset toward positive approaches to managing student behavior. PBIS sets the stage for successful Restorative Practices implementation which will increase a schools capacity to respond restoratively to harm. Combined with PBIS, Restorative Practices provides tools for staff to create community and work meaningfully and deeply with students to repair harm. This session will help educators abandon the ‘either/or’ thinking and provide very practical “how to’s'' to embrace the implementation of both PBIS and Restorative Practices and see their school culture transform. BIO: Laura Mooiman, LCSW is an American based in The Netherlands who specializes in providing professional development training and consultation to educators wanting to improve school culture, safety, and student behavior. ​Laura holds a Masters in Social Work degree from UCLA, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). and has over 20 years’ experience in the United States as a school district administrator, social worker in elementary, middle, and high schools, special education, County Probation, County Mental Health, Child Protective Services, and in Private Practice. Most recently she was the Director for the Wellness Program in Napa, California, a large school district of over 18,000 students, and was responsible for implementing Restorative Practices, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and Student Wellbeing Programs. She is a recipient of two US Congressional Recognition for Outstanding Service to the Community in 2007 and 2015. Laura is a Registered Qualified Trainer for the European Forum for Restorative Justice (EFRJ), trained by the International Institute for Restorative Practices (IIRP), and a consultant to schools and districts internationally.

This is the 2nd part of a 3 part series on Restorative Consequences. The second component of a Restorative Consequences is Sanctions.

An introduction to PBIS and Restorative Practices for teachers

PBIS & Restorative Practices are two of the most widely used school climate initiatives in the world and many educators believe they must choose one or the other. In this session, learn how to combine these two approaches to create a stronger, more sustainable school culture change. PBIS is foundational to creating systems and structures to prevent problem behavior, make students and staff feel safe, and shift staff mindset toward positive approaches to managing student behavior. PBIS sets the stage for successful Restorative Practices implementation which will increase a schools capacity to respond restoratively to harm. Combined with PBIS, Restorative Practices provides tools for staff to create community and work meaningfully and deeply with students to repair harm. This session will help educators abandon the ‘either/or’ thinking and provide very practical “how to’s'' to embrace the implementation of both PBIS and Restorative Practices and see their school culture transform. WEBSITE: http://www.lauramooiman.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lauramooiman/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/laura.mooima... REFERENCES: Acosta, J. D., Chinman, M., Ebener, P., Phillips, A., Xenakis, L., & Malone, P. S. (2016). A Cluster-Randomized Trial of Restorative Practices: An Illustration to Spur High-Quality Research and Evaluation. Journal of educational and psychological consultation: the official journal of the Association for Educational and Psychological Consultants, 26(4), 413–430. https://doi.org/10.1080/10474412.2016... Costello, B. Wachtel, J., & Wachtel, T. (2009). The restorative practices handbook for teachers, disciplinarians, and administrators. Bethlehem, PA: International Institute for Restorative Practices. Costello, B. Wachtel, J., & Wachtel, T. (2010). Restorative circles in schools: building community and enhancing learning. Bethlehem, PA: International Institute for Restorative Practices. Maslow, A. H. (1943). A theory of human motivation. Psychological Review, 50(4), 370-96. Maslow, A. H. (1954). Motivation and personality. New York: Harper and Row. Maslow, A. H. (1962). Toward a psychology of being. Princeton: D. Van Nostrand Company. Developing Brain: Harvard https://developingchild.harvard.edu/ Felitti, Vince: explains ACES https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvH_J... Hargreaves, A. (1998). “Mixed emotions: teachers’ perceptions of their interactions with students. Teaching and Teacher Education. Volume 16, Issue 8, November 2000, Pages 811-826 O’Connor, K. E. (2008). “You choose to care”: Teachers, emotions and professional identity.” Teaching and Teacher Education. Volume 24, Issue 1, January 2008, Pages 117-126 Hattie, John (2009). Visible Learning https://visible-learning.org/ International Institute of Restorative Practices, IIRP - images of Ted Wachtel and Terry O'Connell (Copyright (c) International Institute for Restorative Practices. All rights reserved. Used with permission) Mayer, G.R., & Sulzer-Azaroff. (191). Interventions for vandalism. In G. Stoner, M.R. Shinn, & H.M. Walker (eds), Interventions for achievements and behavior problems (pp. 559-580). Silver Spring, MD: National Associations of School Psychologists. Sprague, J. R., & Golly, A. (2013). Best behavior: Building positive behavior support in schools. Longmont, CO: Sopris West Educational Services. Zero Tolerance Policies, American Psychological Association https://www.apa.org/pubs/info/reports... PBIS Apps - https://www.pbisapps.org/Pages/Defaul... DISCLAIMER Information in the video is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide any type of legal advice. Please seek legal assistance should you require it. Any views or opinions represented in this video are personal and belong solely to Laura Mooiman, and do not represent those of people, institutions or organizations that I refer to in the video, unless explicitly stated. Any views or opinions are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, or individual. You may not modify, print or copy any part of this video. You may not include any part of this video on another resource by embedding, framing or otherwise without the express permission of Laura Mooiman. While I have made every attempt to ensure that the information contained in the video is correct, I am not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. All information in the video is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy, timeliness or of the results obtained from the use of this information, and without warranty of any kind, express or implied. In no event will Laura Mooiman be liable to you or anyone else for any decision made or action taken in reliance on the information on the video, or for any consequential, special or similar damages, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

A Live Webinar about Responding to Challenging Behavior using both PBIS and Restorative strategies!