Prioritizing Social Emotional Learning & RULER in our Schools

Dr. Kelly Tess, Superintendent, is joined by the District’s Social Emotional Learning coaches, Sachiko Kawata-Burke, Jennifer Knudson, Danielle Leitner, and Allison Szczecinski. The SEL coaches discuss the role they play in supporting students and teachers, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The coaches also share the concept behind RULER, a research-based tool from the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, that is currently being implemented in our schools.Links for additional Resources:Mood Meters:K-2 Mood Meter3-8 Mood Meter HALTAtlas of the HeartOf Boys and MenUnlocking Us with Brene Brown: Dr. Marc Brackett and Brene on “Permission to Feel”