Episode 228: Fostering Connection, Healing, and Community through Restorative Practice
When students feel safe, respected, and empowered, art becomes more than a subject; it becomes a path to healing and self-discovery. In this episode, the Creativity Department sits down with Alicia Gray to discuss her contribution to the recently published book by Davis, Restorative Practices in Education through the Arts. As a former art teacher in a trauma-informed school and current Director of Art Education at Montserrat College of Art, Alicia brings meaningful insight to the ongoing conversation about the importance of restorative practices in education. Tune in to explore how they can transform the art room by building stronger relationships, fostering empathy, and creating a supportive environment for all students. Discover actionable strategies and real-world examples from Alicia’s experiences that you can implement in your own program today.
Resources
Explore these resources from the K12ArtChat podcast, Fostering Connection, Healing, and Community through Restorative Practice, with Alicia Gray.
Links
- Trauma Sensitive Schools
- Liz Lerman Critical Response Process
- Project Zero Thinking Routines
- Reggio Children
