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Request for Applications

Restorative Practices Grant Program


Note: The due date for the request for applications has passed. This page is for reference and administration of funding.

This grant, funded by a $7 million appropriation from the General Fund, aims to provide Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) the financial resources necessary to implement restorative practices effectively. The funding is intended to help LEAs adopt and integrate restorative approaches that align with the California Department of Education's (CDE) guidelines, strengthening efforts to reduce disciplinary actions, enhance student engagement, and improve school climate.

Program Questions: Dr. Thomas Herman, email: rp@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-319-0914

Downloading Questions: Ari Jimenez: rp@cde.ca.gov, phone: 916-319-0914

Document Description
Request for Applications (DOCX)
Applications for the Restorative Practices Grant Program
Attachment 1 (PDF) Application Cover Sheet
Attachment 2 (XLSX) Budget Worksheet
Attachment 3 (DOCX) Scoring Rubric
Attachment 4 (DOCX) Frequently Asked Questions
Certifications and Assurances
Document Description

General Assurances & Certifications
(Posted April-2025)

Required as a condition of receiving funds. Applicants do not need to sign and return them with the application; they must be downloaded and kept on file for compliance reviews, complaint investigations, or audits. Applicants that participate in the Consolidated Application - ConApp - should have a copy on file and do not need another copy. Program-specific assurances are not included here and should be listed separately on the Request for Application (RFA).

Last Reviewed: Wednesday, June 04, 2025
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