Thursday, July 9, 2026
EDUCATOR WELLNESS CONFERENCE
A powerful day of connection, renewal, and celebration for Utah educators.
2026 registration is now closed.
Show Up for Teachers is a collaborative, community-driven conference focused on educator wellness—supporting those whose well-being shapes classrooms, students, and communities.
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2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
KIM
BEARDEN
CO-FOUNDER
RON CLARK ACADEMY
Kim Bearden is cofounder and executive director of the Ron Clark Academy and a nationally recognized educator who has inspired teachers around the world through her work in student engagement, school culture, and relationship-driven instruction. A National Teachers Hall of Fame inductee, Milken Award recipient, and Disney American Teacher Awards honoree, she is also a bestselling author and veteran educator of nearly four decades.
In addition to her keynote, Kim will also lead exclusive breakout workshops, offering attendees an extended opportunity to learn directly from her.
BRONCO MENDENHALL
HEAD FOOTBALL COACH
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
Coach Bronco Mendenhall has more than 30 years of experience leading teams through challenge, change, and high expectations. Over 19 seasons as the collegiate head football coach for Brigham Young University, the University of Virginia, the University of New Mexico, and now as the current head coach at Utah State University, he is known for helping people learn from loss, regain focus on what matters most, and keep moving forward during difficult seasons.
His team-first leadership and steady approach resonate deeply with educators navigating demanding, high-stakes environments.
2026 EVENT DETAILS
DATE
Thursday
July 9th, 2026
Programming begins at 9:30 am
LOCATION
Mountain America Exposition Center
Sandy, Utah
ATTENDEES
All full-time, licensed educators in Utah are invited to register.
Not full-time? Check out our FAQ page.
REGISTRATION
Allocated registration opens on April 1, 2026.
Remaining seats will open for general registration on April 21, 2026.
*Thanks to the generous support of grants, sponsors, and in-kind donations, this event is free for attendees. A $15 registration fee is required and will be reimbursed with a gift card at check-in.
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