Episode 223: The Ritual of Restorative Practice
Laura and Matt GrundlerVeronica Hicks
The Creativity Department welcomes Veronica Hicks, professor of art education at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts to talk about the role of restorative practices in the art room. Veronica explores how these practices can take the form of rituals in the classroom, offering structure, security, and intention in the creative process. She explains how restorative methods like reflection can help foster emotional growth, build trust, and deepen engagement for both students and educators. Whether through specific art forms or open-ended creative experiences, Veronica highlights how the classroom can become a space of transformation through the utilization of restorative practices.
