The State of Stigma

August 2025 — Teachers and Staff: Build a Mental Wellness Plan for the New School Year

August 20, 2025 | 12PM

Teachers—as you prepare to go back to school—make your mental wellbeing a priority. Despite challenges like staff shortages and challenging student behavior, teaching can be rewarding, fulfilling and fun this year!

Our panelists will share ideas on how to take care of your mental health as you step back into the classroom. Learn about self-care activities, setting boundaries, and support. The event is free and open to the public.

MODERATED BY—Matt Smith, Executive Director of PreventionFocus

Dr. Jeffrey Jachelewski, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools, North Tonawanda City School District

Melissa Walter

Director of Child and Adolescent Services, Horizon Health Services

Dr. Wendy Weinstein

BryLin Unit Chief of Psychiatry