Not a program. A better way to lead.
Restorative Practices go far beyond Circle. This experience helps you transform how you communicate, lead, and build culture, not only in structured moments, but in the everyday interactions that shape your setting. Restorative Practices are not something to do, they are something you become.
When things get hard, this is where leadership matters.
Advanced Restorative Practices focuses on how we respond to conflict and harm in ways that build accountability, support meaningful repair, and strengthen the community over time.
We know this work changes people. It changes schools. And it has the power to transform education. Be a part of the movement and expand the level of impact by becoming a trainer of the AHCC Foundational Restorative Practices Series within your district, school, or organization!
If you have already attended the AHCC Foundational Restorative Practices training and want to deepen your practice while helping build capacity in your system, this 4-day Training of Trainers retreat is for you!
Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Planning Training
Understanding behavior changes everything.
This training brings clarity and consistency to how teams understand and respond to behavior, making function-based thinking more accessible across staff. It also helps close the gaps that often exist in behavior support so teams can respond earlier, before things escalate.
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“Ali Hearn provided exceptional social-emotional programming support to our staff/students over several years. Besides possessing extensive knowledge, she is gifted in communicating and connecting with everyone with whom she works. Ali is a highly skilled instructor/presenter, and she is passionate and effective in providing support that makes a difference.”
Bob P.- Retired Superintendent, IL
“In addition to being engaging and relatable, Ali has an authentic heart for educators as caretakers and protectors. She is committed to the importance of strengthening our social and emotional competencies so that we can better serve our students and support one another.”
Julia H.- District Education Association President, IL
“Meeting Ali and learning from her impacted my life professionally and personally. I was encouraged by Ali and my team to make a bold change in my life. Since then, I have felt more confident and free than ever before! She “gets” kids and adults and has the passion and positivity to impact all! I will forever be changed and grateful for the growth and learning I have experienced thanks to knowing Ali!”
