As the school year begins, administrators often find themselves balancing excitement with the weight of responsibility. This engaging 30–45 minute webinar invites educational leaders in districts, schools, and AEAs to reflect on the rhythms of the back-to-school season—both personally and professionally—and explore five practical strategies to lead with impact while nurturing social-emotional-behavioral health in themselves and their teams.
Drawing from lived experience as a parent, educator, and administrator, the session will highlight:
The importance of reconnecting with your “why”.
How distributed leadership can lighten the load and build collective efficacy.
Ways to prioritize personal well-being to better support others.
Resources available through the Scanlan Center for School Mental Health.
How to foster a culture of care that sustains staff and students alike.
Participants will leave with actionable insights, renewed energy, and a deeper sense of connection to their leadership journey.
What You Will Learn:
Reconnect with your leadership purpose.
Learn effective leadership strategies for promoting individual, collective, and personal well-being.
Identify how to use these strategies to facilitate a successful return to school for students and educators.
Webinar Details:
When: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Where: Virtual
Who: K-12 Administrators
Cost: Free
Presenter: Bradley Niebling, Outreach and Alignment Sr Project Manager
By registering for this event, you agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email scsmh-main@uiowa.edu, and we will work with you to make any accommodations.