EP 38: Helping Students Thrive: Preventing Burnout and Supporting Mental Health in Schools
Tue Jan 20 2026
In this episode, Laine Whitaker is joined by guest co-host Dr. Cherina Betters, Chief of Equity and Access for San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, for a powerful conversation with Dr. Rebecca Branstetter, school psychologist, author, and national voice on student well-being and burnout prevention. Together, they explore the biggest mental health challenges facing PreK–12 schools, common misconceptions about educator and student burnout, and practical strategies for building school cultures where both students and educators can thrive.
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In this episode, Laine Whitaker is joined by guest co-host Dr. Cherina Betters, Chief of Equity and Access for San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools, for a powerful conversation with Dr. Rebecca Branstetter, school psychologist, author, and national voice on student well-being and burnout prevention. Together, they explore the biggest mental health challenges facing PreK–12 schools, common misconceptions about educator and student burnout, and practical strategies for building school cultures where both students and educators can thrive.