The research is clear: the social-emotional health of a child is inextricably linked to the well-being of the adults who care for them. As we focus on the "Hearts and Minds" of our students, we must also tend to the hearts and minds of the educators. In a 2025 RAND survey, 53% of K12 teachers reported burnout, the highest rate among all professions. Data from the Oregon Department of Education indicates that the number of teachers leaving the profession in Oregon has risen to approximately 24% in 2023. This panel features a diverse group of career educators and specialists who …