Milford board scraps restorative practices from code

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

In opposition to the wishes of some residents, the Milford School District’s board voted Monday night to strike restorative practices from its student code of conduct.  Restorative practice is a method that aims to build and strengthen community relationships.  Instead of focusing on solely disciplining a child for their behavior, restorative practices aim to improve their behavior and evaluate the …

Changes made to MSD Student Code of Conduct

Terry RogersEducation, Headlines, Milford Headline Story

After a lengthy discussion, changes were approved to the Milford School District Student Code of Conduct at a recent meeting. Much of the conversation surrounded the use of restorative practices as part of the discipline policy and whether they were effective in changing student behavior. “Restorative practices are deliberate and intentional tools and strategies that facilitate the building of healthy …