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After a 16-year-old Central High School student was charged with a felony in connection with an attack at the school, the St. Paul School District's teachers union suggested it could strike over safety concerns. 

One of the things the teachers union wants is a restorative justice program across the district. 

To hear the full discussion with Carol Markham Cousins, a former principal, use the audio player above.

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A look at the concept of restorative justice, or restorative practices, in schools in the wake of reports of violent incidents in St. Paul schools

After a 16-year-old Central High School student was charged with a felony in connection with an attack at the school, the St. Paul School District's teachers union suggested it could strike over safety concerns. One of the things the teachers union wants is a restorative justice program across the district.

MPR News host invited former principal Carol Cousins on to talk about what restorative justice is and how it works.

A discussion about restorative practices in schools

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