Peace

"Peace is every step." 
Thich Nhat Hanh

Peace Education is Essential

HOAP Conflict Resolution

If there is to be peace in the world,
There must be peace in the nations.
If there is to be peace in the nations,
There must be peace in the cities.
If there is to be peace in the cities,
There must be peace between neighbors.
If there is to be peace between neighbors,
There must be peace in the home.
If there is to be peace in the home,
There must be peace in the heart.
                                                           Lao Tzu

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HOAP Workshop
The HOAP Approach to Conflict Resolution (Bullying Prevention)
(Available upon request)

H - HONESTY (Helping kids tell the truth)
O - OWNERSHIP (Helping kids take responsibility for their actions)
A - APOLOGY (Helping kids understand the power of an apology)
P - PLAN (Helping kids make a plan / make positive choices)

A WORKSHOP FOR ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY TEACHERS
Whether it takes place in the schoolyard, in the hallway, in the classroom, or any other location where kids are with kids, conflict/bullying can and does occur … often. In response to these numerous incidents, there is often a focus on external consequences for the sake of expediency, or to create a sense that the “problem” has been dealt with (detentions, suspensions, etc.). Most us in the field know that this approach often fans the flames of anger, revenge or deviance in the aggressor, rather than create any lasting change. It also creates fear in the victim, who will often choose not to report incidents, to avoid further abuse. This is a destructive cycle that can be broken.

It is with great respect for teachers and students that I have developed the HOAP Approach to 
Conflict Resolution. This workshop offers support and tools to teachers, so that we may address issues with our students in a way that helps all parties grow, in an environment of respect and dignity for all. 

Participants will: 
- discuss conflict/bullying issues in their own schools
- reflect upon their school’s response to conflict/bullying issues 
- examine the effects of internal psychology vs. external psychology
- participate in active conflict resolution
- develop effective conflict resolution skills 
- learn to use the HOAP Approach

It is not our job to control kids’ behaviours; it is our job to help them learn to control their own behaviours.

Facilitator : Therese Bowler (BA, B Ed, CCP, TTP, HSMT) 
Cost: $100 per participant
Please make cheque payable to: Therese Bowler
Accommodation is available if required

Be inspired by educator, John Hunter, who wrote the book 
World Peace and other 4th Grade Achievements
TED TALK- click the arrow below

Peacemakers & Peer Mediator Training
A Workshop for Students (Bullying Prevention)

The HOAP Approach
Upon Request
An important part of any school's ANTI-BULLYING PROGRAM

Therese Bowler BA, B Ed, CCP 
This 2-Part Training provides students with the necessary skills to effectively resolve conflicts in their school environment. 
Includes Implementation materials 
School and Student Manuals
Tracking materials
Training location: Renewal Retreat, unless otherwise arranged

Part 1: SCHOOLYARD PEACEMAKERS: $1000 

Part 2: PEER MEDIATORS:  $1000 

Please call or email to discuss the benefits of this training for your school.

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"The first peace, which is the most important, 
is that which comes within the souls of people when they realize their relationship, 
their oneness with the universe and all its powers, 
and when they realize at the center of the universe dwells the Great Spirit, 
and that its center is really everywhere, 
it is within each of us." 

                                                                                     Black Elk