November 26, 2003

Dear Editor:

Thank you for your excellent article, “Discipline idea is making grade in local schools,” by Susan Snyder on November 17, which describes the results of our organization’s efforts to bring restorative practices to schools in the Philadelphia region.

I was concerned, however, with one quote that characterized Palisades High School as making a transition from “an embarrassment to a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.” As a parent of three Palisades high school graduates, I think that it would be more accurate to describe Palisades High School’s change as that of “a good school that got even better.” Thanks again.

Sincerely,
Ted Wachtel
President
International Institute for Restorative Practices