Oakland high schools utilize restorative justice ideas in an effort to address Oakland\u2019s high rates of violence. Eric Butler, whose sister was killed by her Boyfriend, is excerpted below:<\/p>\n
Mr. Butler, who grew up in a vast segregated housing project in New Orleans, knows the urge for retribution: Two years ago, his sister was murdered by her boyfriend. \u201cI wanted my quart of blood,\u201d he told students disturbed by Kiante Campbell\u2019s death.<\/em><\/p>\n Then the boyfriend\u2019s mother showed up, seeking forgiveness. \u201cThis<\/em> http:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2013\/04\/04\/education\/restorative-justice-programs-take-root-in-schools.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&hp&<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Oakland high schools utilize restorative justice ideas in an effort to address Oakland\u2019s high rates of violence. Eric Butler, whose sister was killed by her Boyfriend, is excerpted below: Mr. Butler, who grew up in a vast segregated housing project … Continue reading
\nbrave little woman knocked on the door in her robe and flip-flops,\u201d he told his classroom. \u201cThe want for revenge in my stomach lifted.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n