Apologize and Repair
We talk a lot about RJ (restorative justice) for students, and it's important that we (the adults in our students' lives) practice what we preach - we walk the talk. We need to be able to apologize frequently, authentically, and with agility - to our students and our co-workers.
To apologize effectively:
Acknowledge your impact.
Give an explanation not excuses.
Express remorse.
Commit to reparation.
For more information:
Making an Effective Apology (Greater Good in Action)
How to Apologize in Four Simple Steps
Acknowledge Your Mistakes and Apologize - when we unintentionally say something to a student that makes them feel marginalized or not supported, and realize the impact of our words later.
