“Beyond Burnout: Finding Strength and Unity in Challenging Times”

Educators are carrying more than ever—balancing student needs, academic pressures, and personal wellbeing. The result? Many feel stretched thin, isolated, or stuck in survival mode.

This free webinar is about more than just “self-care.” Together, we’ll explore real, practical strategies that honor the lived experiences of educators and point toward hope, resilience, and unity. You’ll hear from leaders who deeply understand the challenges you’re facing and who are committed to helping educators not just survive, but truly thrive.


What We’ll Explore

We’ll dive into some of the most pressing questions on educators’ minds today:

  • Reframing “self-care” – How can schools move beyond the hollow buzzword and build cultures that truly support staff wellbeing?
  • Centering educator voices – What does it look like when teachers themselves help shape the solutions?
  • Practical hope & resilience – How can educators find sustainable ways to stay hopeful without being told to simply “push through”?
  • Unity & collective purpose – How do we lean on one another, find strength in connection, and reconnect with purpose even in challenging times?

This session is perfect for:

  • Classroom teachers
  • Counselors
  • School and district administrators
  • Behavior interventionists and support staff
  • Anyone passionate about supporting educator wellbeing

Event Details

📅 Date & Time: Thursday September 25th, 2025.
3:00 PM – Eastern Time
2:00 PM – Central Time
1:00 PM – Mountain Time
12:00 PM – Pacific Time
💻 Location: Online
👉 [Register Here]

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and connect with other educators who are making a difference.

Register now and be part of the conversation!

Meet our panelists:

Dr. Beth Rice

Dr. Beth Rice is the Founder of Wellbeing4Learning and Co-Founder of SEL4NC, organizations dedicated to building resilient, wellbeing-centered school communities. She previously served at the NC Department of Public Instruction, where she helped design and launch statewide SEL and MTSS initiatives. With a career spanning classroom teaching, school psychology, and state-level leadership, Beth brings deep expertise in educator wellbeing, equity, and system change.

Dr. Coby Davis

Dr. Coby Davis is the Assistant Principal of Archer Learning Center in Springdale, Arkansas, where he leads innovative work in alternative education. With nearly 20 years of experience across K-12 classrooms, higher education, and teacher preparation, he is passionate about equipping educators with tools for 21st-century learning. Coby also serves as Vice President of the Northwest Arkansas NAACP and has worked with schools from the Bronx to Pine Ridge to Nigeria, bringing a global perspective to educator resilience and equity.

Dr. Mary Cullen Frazier

Dr. Mary Cullen Frazier is the Executive Director of the National Alternative Education Association (NAEA). With over a decade of experience in both traditional and alternative settings, she has led district-level DEI initiatives, trauma-informed practices, and program turnaround projects. Her leadership centers on transparency, reflection, and amplifying educator voices. Mary is passionate about removing systemic barriers and helping alternative schools nationwide build strong, student-centered programs.

Jason Johnson

Jason Johnson is a licensed school psychologist and Director of Training & Research for WhyTry, where he consults and trains educators nationwide on resilience-based strategies to support student success. A nationally recognized expert in resilience education, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences and led WhyTry program implementations in schools, healthcare, corporate settings, and the U.S. Military. Passionate about helping students overcome challenges, Jason is dedicated to creating a culture of resilience in education.

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