Mary hit Janice during lunch at school. School officials reacted to this act of delinquency by setting up a conference between Mary, Janice, their parents, and the school counselor to discuss the reason for the behavior and come to some agreement on what Mary can do to repair the harm. This type of response most closely resembles a ___________.

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The response described is a restorative justice approach, which focuses on repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior through cooperative processes that include all stakeholders. This approach contrasts with punitive measures, aiming instead to resolve conflict, rebuild relationships, and reintegrate the offender into the community.

Mary Hit Janice During Lunch at School