Monday, June 5, 2023

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!

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