2026 MCEA Fall Conference: Full Schedule

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1:15pm CDT

How to Eat Your Way to Better Mental Health

Friday October 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Did you know that 90% of Americans aren’t eating in a way that supports optimal mental well‑being? In this presentation, you’ll learn practical strategies for using nutrition to ease symptoms of stress and anxiety, and you’ll have the chance to sample several foods known to promote better mental health.

Speakers

Sara Kelly

Wellness Specialist, Olmsted County

Sara Kelly MS, RD, LD is a Registered Dietitian who has been serving Olmsted County as the Employee Wellness Specialist for the last six years. She has sixteen years of experience in the nutrition field and has given hundreds of presentations to help people live healthier lives. She... Read More →

Friday October 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Suite 102 - Lower Level 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Wellness

1:15pm CDT

You Can't Pour From Empty: Sustainable Wellbeing for Community Education Professionals

Friday October 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT

Suite 110 - Lower Level

Community education professionals dedicate their time and energy to supporting others, often at the expense of their own wellbeing. This interactive session explores practical strategies for preventing overextension, building sustainable work practices, and fostering belonging. Participants will leave with greater clarity, actionable tools, and a personalized plan to support both personal wellbeing and community impact.
Key Takeaways:

Identify personal and professional factors that contribute to overwhelm, energy depletion, and misalignment.
Apply practical strategies for supporting sustainable wellbeing, including energy management, boundaries, and intentional decision-making.
Develop one actionable step to strengthen both personal wellbeing and the sense of belonging within their programs and communities.

Speakers

Amrita Prakaashana

Founder, Coach, & Facilitator, Artria Consulting, LLC

Amrita Prakaashana (she/her) is the Founder, Coach, and Facilitator at Artria Consulting LLC. She partners with high-achieving individuals in healthcare, nonprofit, and caregiving professions who give so much of themselves caring for others to navigate career and life transitions... Read More →

Friday October 23, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CDT
Suite 110 - Lower Level 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, USA

Wellness

2026 MCEA Fall Conference

1:15pm CDT

Sara Kelly

1:15pm CDT

Amrita Prakaashana

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