• CASTING CIRCLES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

    INTRODUCTION TO RESTORATIVE PRACTICES

    Foundational Skills for Nurturing Relationships, Repairing Harm & Building Community

  • DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

    You chose your work because you believe in the power of relationships.

    But the systems most of us work within weren't built with whole human beings in mind-- let alone the true complexity that is unleashed when you put people together! You're navigating relationships, power, conflict, harm.... every day. And few of us were given tools that are up to the task of confronting these realities,

    You know there has to be a better way to show up with the people you serve. Something more human. More fair. More aligned with why you got into this work.

  • IMAGINE LEAVING THIS TRAINING WITH...

    Tools you can use the very next day.

    A clear framework for working with clients and communities.

    Practical tools applicable across school, justice, family, and community settings

    Language and structure for facilitating conversations that actually change something

    Approaches to harm and conflict that build trust rather than erode it

  • THE TRAINING...

    The only Restorative Practices training that counts toward your CEUs.

    This is a live, interactive, half-day webinar. A participatory experience grounded in the belief that restorative work is best learned from a place of connection.

    Restorative Practices are deeply aligned with the core values of the social work profession. Social justice. Human dignity. Agency and self-determination. The importance of relationships and community. This training gives those values practical form.

    This training is for you if you work in:

    Schools, juvenile justice, child welfare, community-based organizations, or family services.

    Anywhere you work with adolescents, families, or communities.

    Educators, counselors, supervisors, HR professionals, and community leaders are equally welcome. If your work involves people this training will serve you.

  • WHAT YOU WILL EXPLORE...

    Five areas of learning.

  • WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT...

    Two worlds. One Training.

    Most restorative practices trainings are not designed with social workers in mind. Most social work CEU courses do not offer restorative content. This training sits at the exact intersection of both — grounded in the theory and ethics of social work, and rich with the practical tools of restorative practice.

    It is also intentionally small, live, and participatory. You will not be watching a recording or clicking through slides alone. You will be learning alongside others, practicing skills in real time, and experiencing the relational format the training is teaching.

  • WHAT OTHERS HAVE SAID...

    From participants in Maria's trainng work.

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    “Maria is extremely passionate, knowledgeable and experienced in the field of Restorative Justice and Restorative Practices. She provided a wonderful training that was both interactive and full of relevant information and tools"

    Dana K., Training Participant

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    "Her passion for this work connects with educators across grade levels and classrooms. Maria brings supportive strategies that are appropriate and grounded in real classroom experiences. She provides clear guidance, models best practices, and supports staff in building confidence and consistency."

    Llajaira D., Middle School Assistant Principal

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    Maria is a gifted facilitator in all areas connected to the fostering of Restorative Justice practices. I have worked with her for years in JCABs and have been inspired by her empathy, compassion and wisdom. She is an intuitive, insightful facilitator who calls forth the best from both her colleagues and circle participants. I learn from her each time we work together and what I learn is always life giving and good.

    Pat C., Retired Educator & JCAB volunteer

  • MARIA SCARANGELLA, LMSW

    Founder, Casting Circles LLC


    Maria brings over a decade of experience promoting restorative justice across schools, community organizations, and justice settings in the Hudson Valley. She is a Fellow at Georgetown University's Center for Juvenile Justice Reform and a Licensed Restorative Practices Trainer through the International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP).

    She has served as Restorative Practices Coordinator across multiple Ulster County school districts and previously held leadership roles within Family of Woodstock's Restorative and Juvenile Justice Services Department. Her work is grounded in the belief that relationships, and community, and honest dialogue are the single most important things you can have in any space.

  • TRAINING DETAILS

    Everything you need to know.

    FORMAT

    Live Webinar via Zoom

    DURATION

    4.5 hours of instruction + 1 hour lunch

    DAY

    Every 2nd Wednesday

    CEUS

    4.5 credits — NY Social Work (Approval pending)

    TIME

    9:00am - 2:30PM ET

    INVESTMENT

    $247.77

  • THE TRAINING...

    The only Restorative Practices training that counts toward your CEUs.

    This is a live, interactive, half-day webinar. A participatory experience grounded in the belief that restorative work is best learned from a place of connection.

    Restorative Practices are deeply aligned with the core values of this profession. Social justice. Human dignity. The importance of relationships. This training gives those values practical form.

    This training is for you if you work in:

    Schools, juvenile justice, child welfare, community-based organizations, or family services — or anywhere you work with adolescents, families, or communities. Educators, counselors, supervisors, HR professionals, and community leaders are equally welcome. If your work involves people, this training will serve you.

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