As the school year wraps up, teachers everywhere are ready for a breather. Summer is your time to unwind, celebrate your hard work, and slowly gear up for another great year in the classroom. “Summer is your reset button — for rest, reflection, and a touch of planning on your own terms.” Rest First: […]
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Summer Fun: Time to Relax, Recharge, and Take a Break!
Are Teachers Looking Forward to Summer?
Teachers love their students. They love to see them learn, grow, and laugh. They love watching them share with each other, help one another, and show kindness to others. However, teachers also often find themselves worn out at the end of a long school year. So, what response will you get when you ask […]
Second Semester Self-Care Tips for Teachers
It’s natural to feel a duty to your students and other people in your life, but it’s also important to remember this time of year that your mental and physical health should be a priority. See if you’re hitting all the must-dos on this list of self-care tips! Why is Self-Care So Important? Much […]
How to Find Balance Over Summer Break
Teaching is not for the faint of heart. It’s a tough job that requires a lot of focus during the school year—and let’s face it, that spills over into the summer, too. While it might be a challenge, educators need to practice self-care during summer break so the return to school in the fall […]
A Teacher’s Reflection & Goals
The end of the school year can be filled with a flurry of activities leaving you a little dazed and feeling a little let down as you send your class on to the next teacher. But this is no time to waste energy on things you can’t change. Now is a great time to sit […]
Are You a Good Role Model for Your Students When It Comes to Healthy Behaviors?
While parents may be their children’s first role models, teachers and other school staff are also very influential in shaping nutritional and physical activity behaviors of students. From kindergarten through high school, kids typically spend 6+ hours each day, 5 days a week, 180 days a year, at school. With that amount of time, […]
10 Fun Teacher Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Whether you want to deliver a gift for an educator in your life or need inspiration for a “Secret Santa” exchange with a coworker, here are a few teacher gift ideas to get you started. Choose one or a few to create a thoughtful teacher gift that may add a little extra holiday cheer […]
Organizing Solutions for the Teacher’s Desk
Most teachers face the common challenge of keeping their desks clean and organized. Student work, lesson plan paperwork, and other classroom supplies build up daily, so it’s understandable that organizing your teacher’s desk to keep it neat and clutter-free can be challenging. 5 Ways to Organize the Teacher’s Desk Fortunately, with a little effort […]
Summer To Do List for Art Teachers
Summer is upon us. You made it through another school year, and the next several weeks are your reward. Make the most of your time with these tips to help compile your summer to-do list. Things All Art Teachers Should Do This Summer Sleep Sleep in, sleep late, sleep long, sleep in the middle […]
Daily Tips to Stay Happy and Healthy All Week Long
Teaching is an incredibly time-consuming job, and sometimes you’re so busy that there’s no time left over for yourself to eat right or get enough exercise. It can leave you totally stressed out. You can’t give your students your best without taking care of yourself, so it’s important to practice some self-care throughout the week — it can’t wait […]
Essential Items for Classroom Organization
At the halfway point of the school year, many teachers take time to reflect on what’s working and what’s not working in their classroom. Many factors can throw off an otherwise great lesson plan or learning experience. One of those is lacking necessary items for a system of classroom organization. Having an organized classroom […]
10 Fun Ways to Rest, Relax and Recharge Over Winter Break
Start your countdown — Christmas vacation is almost here! Of course, you still have to get through holiday concerts, kids on a sugar high from all the cookies and candy, dealing with stressed-out parents and one big classroom party before you can get 2015 in the books, but it’s so close you can almost taste […]