Leading with Powerful Care: Prioritizing Mental Health for Leaders and Staff

Education leaders are expected to do it all—yet their own mental health is often overlooked. Women Leading Ed’s National Insight Survey revealed that 93% of women in education leadership see burnout as a major issue. If leaders are struggling, how can they build sustainable, thriving school environments for their teams?

This panel brings together visionary leaders to explore why prioritizing mental health at the top is critical for creating healthier school systems. Panelists will discuss how leadership well-being directly impacts organizational culture and performance, offering actionable strategies to embed mental health support across leadership teams, staff, and classrooms. The conversation will highlight how modeling self-care at the leadership level can create system-wide transformation, shifting workplace culture and fostering resilience. Backed by research and real-world insights, this discussion will equip attendees with the tools to lead with care, balance, and purpose.