Every Teacher A Leader Summit 2026: Full Schedule

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9:00am EDT

Pathways to Possibilities: A New Approach to Career Exploration

Friday July 31, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

In the Pathways to Possibilities session, participants will reimagine the traditional high school career fair as a targeted, interactive, fast-paced workshop in which students engage in short sessions to understand the career opportunities and supports available across the state. During the workshop, participants will create an event for their school using resources and tools to support their planning process.

Speakers

Lisa Knedler

Career Connections Teacher Leader Fellow, Maine Department of Education, Office of Teaching and Learning

Lisa Knedler is the Career Connections Teacher Leader Fellow for the Office of Teaching and Learning at the Maine Department of Education. Her days are spent teaching at Gray-New Gloucester High School where she is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Coordinator and... Read More →

Friday July 31, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Alfond 208

Innovation, 9-12

10:30am EDT

Burnout: What Now?

Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am EDT

Alfond 208

Feeling burnt out or close to it? This session offers honest conversation, real choices, and practical steps for navigating burnout. Through personal experience and reflection, we’ll explore what it looks like to stay, step back, or shift direction; and how to take your next step forward in a way that works for you.

Speakers

Allyson Gilbert

Science Teacher, Mt. Ararat High School

I’m an educator driven by curiosity, connection, and the belief that learning should matter beyond the classroom. After facing burnout early in my career, I rebuilt my approach around student voice, choice, and real-world impact. I design experiences that push students to ask big... Read More →

Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:45am EDT
Alfond 208

Teacher Leadership, General

Every Teacher A Leader Summit 2026

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