ISBE School Wellness Conference: Full Schedule

9:00am CDT

Pre-Conference: Administrator Academy #4107 Collective Well-Being in Schools: Addressing Self-Care, Climate, and Culture as a Team LIMITED

Monday April 7, 2025 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT

Redbird E

While the climate, culture, and well-being of a school is the responsibility of everyone in the building, the administration is responsible for the implementation and facilitation of the work. This administrator academy focuses on introducing the Collective Well-being Framework and the associated assessment and toolkit. Participants will learn the 5 Essentials of the framework and be guided through assessing their own school, analyzing the data, and determining next steps so they can leave with a professional learning experience tailored to the specific needs of their school community.

This training is relevant for administrators and school teams looking to implement a collective well-being action plan for their district.

Speakers

Matt Weld

SEL Coach, ROE #40

Curious, passionate, and interested in all things education. I've been a teacher, administrator, and tech coach. Currently SEL Coach for ROE #40/SEL Hub 5, leader for www.directionsconference.com, www.teachillinois.org, and Teachers' Classroom podcast. Dad, husband, Google Certified... Read More →

Carla Philibert

Mindful Practices

Carla Tantillo Philibert founded Mindful Practices in 2006, and is the co-founder and COO of Class Catalyst founded in 2016. Her team has worked with over 300 schools and 100,000 students across Chicago, the United States, and internationally to provide educator professional development... Read More →

Monday April 7, 2025 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
Redbird E

Mental Health/Well-Being

10:45am CDT

You Matter Too: Well-Being for Educators, Paras & Staff LIMITED

Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT

Redbird E

In this interactive breakout session, participants will explore practical self-care strategies while examining the intersection of personal and professional identity. Through mindfulness, movement, and connection, attendees will identify common stressors and discover tools to support their well-being. Focusing on the unique needs of all school staff, we will address how time constraints and guilt often hinder self-care and self-efficacy. Together, we will discuss how to drive systemic change in schools, embracing culturally responsive practices and actionable strategies that prioritize the well-being of the adults who care for our students. Join us to recharge, reflect, and leave equipped to create a more supportive, sustainable school environment.

Speakers

Carla Philibert

Mindful Practices

Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am CDT
Redbird E

1:15pm CDT

You Matter Too: Well-Being for School & District Leaders LIMITED

Tuesday April 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Redbird E

Participants are invited to support their own wellness and reignite their love for leadership by coming together in community to learn well-being skills and tools. The dynamic and demanding nature of administration can leave school and district leaders feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and burned out. This breakout session will delve into the unique challenges faced by administrators and explore strategies for cultivating collective well-being in the school building.

Speakers

Carla Philibert

Mindful Practices

Tuesday April 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Redbird E

2:30pm CDT

Leading with Love in Middle & High School Classrooms LIMITED

Tuesday April 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT

Redbird E

Participants will experience engaging professional development focused on strengthening competency and implementation skills regarding Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for Middle school & High School Classrooms. Participants will learn how to engage students with activities to strengthen peer to peer interaction and community building. In this session, participants will gain practical strategies to cultivate an emotionally, physically, and mentally safe classroom climate and culture.

Speakers

Carla Philibert

Mindful Practices

Tuesday April 8, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Redbird E

9:45am CDT

8 Dimensions of Wellness LIMITED

Wednesday April 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT

Redbird E

In this interactive session, you will explore the 8 dimensions of wellness - Emotional, Spiritual, Intellectual, Physical, Environmental, Financial, Occupational, and Social. Complete a self-assessment to determine areas of strength and growth. Develop an action plan for growth to support your wellness goals! Each participant will be able to enter the raffle drawing for prizes!!

Speakers

Theresa Olsen

SEL Specialist, Regional Office of Education #53

Theresa Olsen is the Regional Social Emotional Learning Specialist for ROE #53 in Tazewell, Mason and Woodford Counties. She has 16 years of experience in education as a special education teacher and paraprofessional. Theresa is a certified trainer for the Neurosequential Model for... Read More →

Wednesday April 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Redbird E

11:00am CDT

From Surviving to Thriving: Building Sustainable Systems for Principal Wellness LIMITED

Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Redbird E

Discover how to move beyond survival mode in the demanding role of school leadership. This session invites current and aspiring principals to reflect on their existing home, work, and life systems, identify gaps in their support networks, and reimagine strategies to prevent burnout. Learn actionable steps to build systems that foster balance, resilience, and long-term success in the principalship. Leave empowered with tools to not only manage but thrive in your role as a school leader.

Speakers

Dr. Lilli Melamed

Principal, North Shore School District 112

Wednesday April 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Redbird E

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