RDP Training Information

RDP Stand-Alone Training of Trainers is FREE but limited to 25 participants per session. If there are vacancies in the session you select, your registration form will be accepted and a confirmation notice sent via email. A certificate and CPE Credit will be given for participation, assignments, and attendance. The training is offered to employees of public schools and charter schools and Communities in Schools (CIS).

NOTE: Two to three registrants per school district will be allowed to attend training. Each individual should register using their own organization email address. If a registrant has not attended Administrator Training, but will attend the Coordinator Training they should secure a copy of the RDP Training Resources.

Course Descriptions

Virtual Restorative Discipline Practices (RPD) Stand-Alone Training for Administrators

This is a one-day training for administrators that provides an overview of Restorative Discipline (RPD) and example of RDP Tier 1 practices. Participants will experience essential elements and components of a circle and develop Respect Agreements and "I" statements that can be utilized immediately following the training.

Virtual Restorative Discipline Practices (RDP) Stand-Alone Training for Campus Coordinators

Prerequisite: Administrator Training

This is a two-day training for campus-level staff who will lead Restorative Discipline Practices (RDP) on elementary and secondary campuses. Participants will learn the role of the campus coordinator and will experience circles at all RDP and Tier 2 levels. They will learn how to develop an implementation plan for RDP and the steps for successful implementation.

2023 RDP Training Dates & Registration

Please read the session descriptions below. Registration for sessions in the fall will open in July.

Please note: If you cannot select a date for the training in the survey, the session is full and registration is closed. Watch the website for the release of additional sessions.

Administrator Training (Module 1)

The Administrator Training is an overview of restorative discipline practices and training for Tier I Circles.

Administrator Training Registration

APRIL ADMINISTRATION TRAINING IS CLOSED! Please check back in April for registration dates in May.

Campus Coordinator Training (Modules 2 and 3)

The Campus Coordinator Training centers around Tier II and Tier III Circles. Administrator Training (Module 1) is a pre-requisite.

Campus Coordinator Registration

 

Early Childhood Workshop (Module 4)

The Early Childhood Training utilizes the effective strategies of Aubrey Hargis, parent, coach, and educational consultant. She is the founder of the Child Development Institute of the Redwoods in California.

Early Childhood Workshop Registration

 

Fidelity Continuum Scale Workshop (Module 5)

A prerequisite for attending the Fidelity Continuum Scale Workshop is prior attendance at the TEA stand-alone training of BOTH the TOT Administrator Training AND TOT Coordinator Training.

Fidelity Continuum Scale Workshop Registration

Please check back in April for upcoming training registration for June training.

New Parent Liaison Training (Schools and ESCs) (Module 6)

New Parent Liaison Training (schools and ESCs) Registration

 

Contact Information

Texas Education Agency
Department Innovation and Charters
Dr. Gaye Lang
(512) 463-2023
RDP@tea.texas.gov