Teachers, we've eagerly awaited it, and now summer break  is finally here! As this precious time stretches before us, the big question arises: how should we spend it? We know it's a sacred opportunity we shouldn't waste, but we also deserve to feel free from pressure. We need to relax , we need to recharge , and truly take a break . This time is crucial for teacher self-care ideas for summer break . Every year, I find myself struggling to plan a summer that's both relaxing an

Teaching is stressful. Learn how to take care of yourself. Disclaimer:  I am not a mental health specialist or a doctor. I don't even play one on T.V. The following blog post is simply what I learned about taking care of myself mentally in the high-stress profession of education . I may be a little late to the party, but I am only now realizing the power of mental health  and its crucial role in teacher well-being . Although I believed some people were predisposed to having m

Classroom Activities for Returning to the Classroom Believe it or not, many classrooms are opening up following the pandemic. While we are still experiencing positive cases and deaths every day, we have learned that young immune systems tend to do better, and schools are not the culprits of spread as we thought they might be. This reopening comes very late in the school year, but it is a welcome change for many parents, teachers, and students. First in-person days are very di