EduCon 2026Beyond Burnout: Moving from survival to sustainability
Burnout among educators is reaching critical levels, and while many of us know the signs, the bigger question is: what comes next? How do we, as individuals and communities, move beyond survival toward sustainability, joy, and meaningful impact in our work? This session will explore the realities of educator burnout, not only as a personal experience but also as a systemic issue. Together, we’ll consider what it means to reimagine our professional lives—whether through boundary-setting, shifting practices within our schools, or envisioning new paths entirely. The main idea is that burnout can be a turning point: a moment that calls us to change how we work, how we support each other, and how we sustain our passion for teaching and learning.
Conversational Practice
This will not be a presentation of “answers” but a co-created dialogue. We’ll begin with a brief framing to surface common experiences and questions, then use conversational protocols (like paired storytelling and small-group discussions) to ensure all voices are heard. Participants will contribute to a shared digital space (Padlet or collaborative doc) to capture insights, strategies, and resources, creating a collective toolkit that extends beyond the session. By leaning on participants’ lived experiences and wisdom, the conversation will move from personal reflection to community building to imagining systemic shifts. The goal is for every participant to leave with both a sense of solidarity and a few concrete next steps for themselves or their schools.
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