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Healing Centered: The Heart of our Schools

The HCE Project explores Healing Centered Engagement and how it transforms schools into spaces of hope, connection, and healing. Hosted by Cat Plazas and Tom Barclay, each episode shares stories, strategies, and insights from educators and leaders building healing-centered schools across New Jersey.

Recent Episodes

Dec. 16, 2025

The Impact on Schools of practicing Healing Centered Engagement

Today we will be following up on our discussion on the Impact of being a Healing Centered School with our coach, Marilyn Bellis, and we are joined by Lisa Glick, Supervisor of Special Education at Brigantine Community School ...
Dec. 15, 2025

HCE and Impact on Schools

Today we will be discussing The impact on schools which are practicing healing-centered engagement with Marilyn Bellis and April Gonzalez, two coaches from our Healing Centered Engagement in Schools Initiative. Marilyn and Ap...
Nov. 6, 2025

Why Healing Centered Schools?

Today we will be discussing Why Healing Centered Schools? with Mary Beth Currie, Coordinator of Special Projects for the New Jersey Principals and Supervisors Association and Foundation for Educational Administration.
Oct. 20, 2025

What is the Healing Centered Schools Model & What is it not?

Imagine a school where every student feels valued, safe, and supported. In this environment, belonging extends beyond the classroom to families and communities, fostering a sense of trust and connection. With this foundation,...