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National Educators for Restorative Practices is committed to becoming the unifying voice for all educators by providing leadership, guidance, and resources regarding the implementation and utilization of the restorative practices approach in order to help schools meet the educational needs of all students in schools.
02/21/2026
Something interesting has happened in my work with schools over the last few years.
First, I realized we’ve told teachers to build relationships for decades…
But we’ve rarely taught them how to intentionally create connection.
We value connection.
We don’t design for it.
Then another revelation surfaced.
We redirect behavior…
Before we regulate nervous systems.
We communicate…
Before we stabilize.
And then we’re surprised when situations escalate.
The sequence matters.
Connection before compliance.
Regulation before redirection.
Most school challenges aren’t effort problems.
They’re order-of-operations problems.
This is the work I’ve been refining — revealing blind spots, reframing how leaders see them, and helping schools redesign systems so they can operate the way they’re meant to: to teach and to learn.
As districts begin planning for next year, I’ve opened a limited number of keynote dates for 2026–2027.
If you know a campus or district that’s rethinking connection, regulation, or school stability, feel free to reach out or make an introduction.
Grateful for the journey.
Kevin
09/24/2025
Spending the day observing students and staff for needs assessment.
Revealing the root causes of their biggest challenges as a campus and developing strategies to deal with those issues.
01/15/2025
😁This is for all my educator friends!
We know how much heart and effort you pour into shaping the future, and we’re excited to invite you to a special professional development event designed just for you.
The Thrive Conference: Providing Joyful Growth Opportunities for Educators is a free opportunity created to empower, inspire, and rejuvenate educators like you.
📅 Date: January 23
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM CST
📍 Location: Zoom
During this dynamic event, you’ll have the chance to:
🎤 Learn about vocal coaching for teachers and how taking care of your throat and voice can save you from laryngitis.
🌟 Explore strategies for building connection-driven classrooms and trust-based observations where you are the expert!
💬 Be inspired by a message of H.O.P.E. - Building a System of Self-Efficacy!
Thrive Conference is your moment to invest in your growth, build meaningful connections, and rediscover the joy of teaching—all from the comfort of your home or listening while on the go!
Register now to reserve your spot and join a community of passionate educators committed to thriving together using this link:
https://www.nrhdynamic.com/a/2147830604/Wd2P6aSB
Let’s make 2025 the year of joyful growth. You deserve it!
Brienne Hennessy Darrin M Peppard Erik Francis Kevin Curtis Debbie Tannenbaum Kelly Riley Hastings Craig Randall Charles Williams Naomi Hall Yankee Todd
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