Advisory

Welcome to ASL’s middle school's advisory program, a cornerstone of our commitment to nurturing well-rounded students.

We are proud to share that ASL’s Middle School has been recognized for the second consecutive year as a RULER Spotlight School, a distinction that celebrates our commitment to excellence in social-emotional learning, and our leadership in creating an emotionally intelligent school community. This recognition reflects the dedication of our advisors, students, and families toward making RULER an integral part of the ASL middle school experience.

Grounded in the acclaimed RULER approach from Yale University’s Center for Emotional Intelligence, our advisory program empowers students to develop essential social-emotional skills that complement their academic growth. Our advisors guide students in recognizing and regulating their emotions, building meaningful relationships, and making responsible decisions through engaging activities, open discussions, and the thoughtful integration of RULER tools such as the Mood Meter, Charter, and Meta-Moment. We strive to create a supportive and holistic educational experience that prioritizes emotional intelligence, empathy, and lifelong well-being.

The role of advisors

As advisors, we prioritize building relationships, implementing the RULER approach and its emotional intelligence teaching tools, and fostering effective communication with families. Our focus on relationships helps us to create a nurturing environment, advocate for advisees, and cultivate strong individual connections.  We also take care to maintain open lines of communication with families, ensuring their involvement and full understanding of their child’s needs. This comprehensive approach to advisory underscores our commitment to holistic growth, community building, and meaningful student support.