By: Mark Freado

Anyone who has tried to transform a team, a program or a school knows how daunting that task can be. Transforming an entire school system brings to mind the question: How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time!   Regina Public Schools, in Regina Saskatchewan, Canada, has enjoyed a more than decade long relationship with Reclaiming Youth International. Embracing the Circle of Courage, which is the philosophical foundation of our work, they also brought the strength-based practices of Response Ability Pathways (RAP) and Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI) to their community. In the work they have done already they have had several bites of the elephant. Now they are poised for more.

By: Dr. Martin Brokenleg

Vice President & Co-Founder, Reclaiming Youth International

Several days each year, I lead training days for teachers, child-workers, and parents. On those days, I sometimes have a few minutes during breaks to speak with individuals. I am impressed with the dedication and effort I see among teachers and youth workers. I am sometimes breathless when I see the love parents have for their children.

A Book Review of:

The Caring Teacher's Guide to Discipline:

 Helping Students Learn Self-Control, Responsibility, and Respect, K-6

 By: Marilyn E. Gootman

3rd Edition, 2008 Corwin Press

Reviewed by: Steve Van Bockern