A Systemic Approach to SEL

RULER is a systemic approach to SEL developed at the Center for Emotional Intelligence. RULER aims to infuse the principles of emotional intelligence into the immune system of preK to 12 schools, informing how leaders lead, teachers teach, students learn, and families support students.

RULER is an acronym for the five skills of emotional intelligence.

The development of these five RULER skills relies on four core tools: the Charter, Mood Meter, Meta-Moment, and Blueprint. These skills and tools are introduced to all stakeholders in the school community—school leaders, teachers, staff, students, and families.

RULER Training

RULER implementation begins with personal and professional learning for leaders and educators, and continues with classroom instruction for students and family engagement and education.

The RULER Training Institute is the first step to bringing RULER to a school. A small team from the school (one principal and two educators or mental health professionals) attends the institute, either in-person or online. Following training, the team who attends receives remote coaching and online resources to lead RULER implementation in their school community.