Exciting Updates: Purple Path Returns as a CPS Vendor + Restorative Work in Lansing SD 158!


We’re thrilled to share two incredible updates with you this week!

🌟 Purple Path Returns as a CPS Vendor (#46071)!
We’re proud to rejoin Chicago Public Schools as a trusted partner, ready to serve educators and administrators at an even greater capacity. Together, we’re fostering safe spaces, building social capital, and driving sustainable change in our schools and communities.

A heartfelt thank you to T. McDaniel for your support in helping us achieve this milestone—we couldn’t have done it without you! 💜

📚 Making a Difference in Lansing School District 158
This week and next, we’re working alongside Lansing SD 158 to implement Restorative Practices in the classroom. We’re engaging middle school students and educators to create a culture of empathy, understanding, and transformative learning experiences. It’s amazing to witness the positive shifts happening in real time!

🌿 Save the Date: Annual Healing Retreat
Join us on April 26, 2025, for a transformative day of workshops, reflection, and community connection.

📖 Week 3 Reflection: What is the #SoulHealers Journey?
The #SoulHealers journey is a guided six-month experience designed to help you embody peace, joy, and purpose through reflection, scripture, and actionable steps.

🛒 Start Your Journey Today!
Grab your copy of the #SoulHealers Journal here and join us for our book signing Saturday, February 1, 2025.

Let’s continue creating brighter futures in our schools and communities together! 🌱

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Warm regards,
The Purple Path Team

Purple Path By Dr. Shaniqua Jones

Dr. Shaniqua Jones is a Global Leader and Restorative Justice Practitioner, Expert. Affectionately known as Dr. J and for her brilliant ability to connect deeply with those who have been harmed and have caused harm through Restorative Justice and Restorative Practices. Dr. J has been called upon to remove barriers alienating and dehumanizing people from all walks of life. Dr. Jones completed her doctoral degree in Interdisciplinary Leadership specializing in Higher Education in May of 2016.

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