Summer for Teachers

Summer is approaching and now is the time to think about what you plan to do. Sometimes I’m so overwhelmed by the possibilities that I feel paralyzed from taking any action. I thought it would help to decide if I listed the possibilities.

Here are some things teachers can do over the summer:

Relax and recharge:

• Go on vacation.
• Spend time with family and friends.
• Read.
• Go for walks in nature.
• Take a yoga class.
• Get a massage.

Plan for the upcoming school year:

• Create lesson plans.
• Order supplies.
• Get organized.
• Meet with your colleagues to discuss curriculum and lesson plans.
• Attend professional development workshops.

Take professional development courses:

• There are many online and in-person professional development courses available.
• Some courses are free, while others require a fee.
• Choose courses that are relevant to your teaching interests and needs.

Volunteer:

• Many organizations need volunteers.
• You could volunteer at a local school, library, or community center.
• You could also volunteer to tutor students or mentor young people.

Travel:

• There are many great places to travel.
• Choose a destination that interests you and that you think you'll enjoy.
• Do some research to find the best deals on flights and accommodations.

Learn a new skill:

• There are many online and in-person classes available.
• Some classes are free, while others require a fee.
• Choose a skill that you're interested in learning and that you think will be useful.

Start a side hustle:

• There are many different side hustles that you could start.
• Some popular side hustles include tutoring, selling handmade goods, and dog walking.
• Do some research to find a side hustle that you're interested in and that you think you'll be good at.

Do nothing:

• Sometimes the best thing to do is simply nothing.
• Take some time to relax and enjoy the summer.
• Read a book.
• Go for a walk.
• Spend time with family and friends.

No matter what you choose to do over the summer, make sure you take some time for yourself to relax and recharge. After a long school year, you deserve it!