Campus Location
Dallas Campus (Online)
Date of Award
4-2026
Document Type
DNP Project
Department
Organizational Leadership
Degree Name
Doctor of Education
Committee Chair or Primary Advisor
Michael Papadimitriou
Second Committee Member or Secondary Advisor
John Harrison
Third Committee Member or Committee Reader
Dianne Reed
Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative exploratory case study was to explore how teachers in culturally diverse suburban U.S. elementary schools perceive the implementation of restorative justice practices as an influence on student behavior. The researcher collected data through questionnaires and semistructured interviews of 14 elementary teachers currently employed in a suburban elementary school who actively use restorative justice with students. Findings from the study indicated the restorative justice practices contribute positively to school culture by prioritizing relationship building, structured conflict resolution, and inclusive practices. The findings from this study can be used with teachers, administrators, district support, and school board personnel to help develop a positive culture between students and teachers.
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Recommended Citation
Clemons, Shawn N., "Influence of Restorative Justice Practices on Student Behavior" (2026). Digital Commons @ ACU, Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 1018.
https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/etd/1018
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