MINNEAPOLIS, October 13, 2026 — Leah Kuypers, creator of The Zones of Regulation, recently joined Schoolin’ Around, a podcast by Branching Minds, for a conversation about why schools often expect students to regulate their emotions without explicitly teaching them the skills to do so.
In the episode, Kuypers explores what regulation really means, how schools can support regulation across Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and the importance of using The Zones of Regulation framework to build lifelong skills rather than as a tool for behavioral compliance.
The conversation also highlights the critical role of adults in creating supportive learning environments, emphasizing that regulation is not solely the responsibility of students or the educators directly teaching The Zones, but a shared effort across the school community.
The episode is available to watch or listen to on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
About The Zones of Regulation
The Zones of Regulation is the most widely adopted, comprehensive framework explicitly designed to teach regulation skills — skills that are teachable and foundational to well-being. This research-based approach empowers individuals to manage their emotions, sensory needs, and energy levels, supporting both self-regulation and co-regulation.
Supported by a growing body of evidence, The Zones of Regulation® Curriculum is used globally in schools, clinics, homes, and community settings across 40+ countries. The Zones supports learners of all ages, including neurodivergent individuals. The Zones product suite includes a robust curriculum, essential training, and additional resources all hosted on one comprehensive digital platform.
For more information, please visit https://zonesofregulation.com or contact Hallie Rodriguez at hallie@zonesofregulation.com.