Grade Level
Early Childhood (PreK-2), Elementary (K-5), Middle (6th-8th), High School (9th-12th), Specialists
Subjects
Physical Education, Health, Wellness
Start Date
28-2-2020 8:15 AM
End Date
28-2-2020 10:00 AM
Description
Working in education can be one of the most fulfilling jobs, but the current climate for many staff is filled with stress and frustration. With teachers feeling underappreciated and overworked, mental health issues are on the rise and the climate of many schools has had a negative turn. This session will discuss topics around compassion fatigue, negativity, not feeling connected, and overall discomfort to change.
Handout
Included in
Curriculum and Instruction Commons, Educational Methods Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons
Stress in Education: Finding Solutions to Combat Negativity and Burnout
Working in education can be one of the most fulfilling jobs, but the current climate for many staff is filled with stress and frustration. With teachers feeling underappreciated and overworked, mental health issues are on the rise and the climate of many schools has had a negative turn. This session will discuss topics around compassion fatigue, negativity, not feeling connected, and overall discomfort to change.