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Dean Mentoring Program

3-Day Certificated Program

We’ve designed the only certification program of its kind—crafted to close critical training gaps for school Deans. This program empowers you to lead with confidence by mastering investigations, due process, violence prevention, and essential culture-building strategies. Be prepared not just to perform your role—but to excel in it. Create safer, more inclusive schools where every student thrives.

Three-Day Certificated Training

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Cohort: January 21st-23rd

School Dean Mentoring Program (Certificated)

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Restorative Practices

Participants acquire restorative principles and conflict resolution strategies, fostering empathy and nurturing inclusive school cultures.

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Student Due Process

Administrators and deans gain mastery in due process procedures, ensuring fairness and equity in disciplinary actions.

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Community Circle Facilitation

Deans and Culture Administrators learn to seamlessly integrate Restorative Building Circles (RBC) for community-building and inclusivity.

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Psychological Resilience and Self-Care

Educational leaders gain tools to handle high-stress interactions, build healthy habits, manage trauma, and prevent job burnout.

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MTSS and PBIS Systems Implementation

Training on MTSS and PBIS framework that provides behavioral and SEL support to students through tiers of intervention.

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De-escalation Strategies

Learn and implement our CALMER method for de-escalation that helps reduce tension, maintain safety, and promote respect.

Meet the Trainers

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Carlos Alvarez

CEO and Founder of LAIRP

calvarez@larightbrain.org
4-Sep-15-2025-04-55-17-5508-PM

Candice Dagnino

School Principal

cdagnino@larightbrain.org

About Carlos

Carlos Alvarez, a first-generation Mexican American, is the founder and CEO of LAIRP, a nationally recognized institute advancing restorative practices through neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and cultural responsiveness. With 17 years in social service and education, including 13 in school leadership, Carlos has transformed schools in underserved Los Angeles communities by reducing suspensions from 22% to under 1% through restorative approaches. Today, he leads global partnerships and training initiatives, helping institutions build safe, relational, and healing environments.

Expertise

✅ School Discipline

✅ Restorative Practices

✅ Educational Administration

✅ Forensic Violence Interruption

✅ Mental Health

✅ Community Outreach

 

About Candice 

Candice is a dedicated and dynamic school leader, committed to building schools rooted in equity and excellence. Skilled in leading large K–12 charter networks that serve underrepresented communities, Candice brings extensive experience in shaping inclusive and student-centered environments. As an effective coach and facilitator of adult learning, she specializes in developing high-functioning, collaborative teams. With compassion and a deep love for young people, Candice inspires and motivates others to pursue meaningful change and lasting impact in education.

Expertise

✅ Educational Administration

✅ Executive Coaching 

✅ Staff Development 

✅ Strategic Planning

✅ School Discipline

✅ Curriculum Design 

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Dr. Daisy Gomez

Training Manager at UCLA

dgomez@larightbrain.org
2-Sep-15-2025-04-55-16-9750-PM

Dr. Will Pulgarin

Chief of Operations

dr.puglarin@larightbrain.org

About Daisy 

Dr. Daisy Gomez, a Los Angeles native, holds an MS in Forensic Psychology and an EdD in Counseling Psychology. She specializes in restorative practices and has extensive experience working with high-risk populations impacted by trauma, gang involvement, incarceration, foster care, and substance abuse. Passionate about addressing racial injustice and systemic inequities, Dr. Gomez has partnered with community groups, national organizations, and law enforcement to advance reformative initiatives. She currently serves as Training Manager for the UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence.

Expertise

✅ Forensic Psychology 

✅ Counseling Psychology

✅ Restorative Practices 

✅ Law Enforcement 

✅ Organizational Health

✅ Mental Health

 

About Will

Will has over 23 years of experience in education, having served in public, private, and charter schools. His career spans middle and high school teaching, giving him a comprehensive understanding of curriculum development, school culture, and the diverse needs of students. Through these roles, he has developed expertise in supporting academic growth and character development. Passionate about learning and the learning process, Will continues to inspire students and educators by fostering meaningful, impactful educational experiences.

Expertise

✅ Character Education

✅ Classroom Management 

✅ Educational Administration

✅ Pedagogy 

✅ Curriculum Development 

✅ Educational Policy 

 

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Location of Training

Downey, California

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