Top 25 Things Teachers Need to Accomplish this Summer

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So you’re probably thinking to
yourself that you don’t want to have to get 25 things done this summer, but
you’re a teacher – you know summers are for catch-up!

Just remember that a good teacher
knows life is best when balanced, so work, play, and enjoy!

#25 Drink an umbrella drink! Nothing makes it feel like summer to a
teacher more than an umbrella drink on a patio in the sun for lunch on a
weekday!

#24 Schedule those nasty dental and
doctor appointments so they are out of the way and not taking you out of the classroom.

#23 Spend a little time on Pinterest. Pin some new
curricular ideas to your boards so when you’re too tired to think in September,
there will be no thinking involved.

#22 Make the bulletin boards
now! The last thing you want to be doing
the day school starts is making a bulletin board.

#21 Start scouting out cheap
supplies. Think garage sales, dollar
stores, and back-to-school sales.

#20 Join teacher clubs to get the
best deals – Loft, Joann Fabrics, and Michael’s have discounts just for showing your work badge.

#19 Take classes. Get those continuing education classes out of
the way or take a class on outdoor yoga at your local Y. Remember what it’s like to be the student.

#18 Make plans with friends. The school year is packed, and this is your
chance to see the ones you love.

#17 Make changes to insurance. There’s never a good time, but getting enough
insurance or changing your insurance occasionally can save you some serious
teacher dough.

#16 Read. As teachers, we know the best thing any
student can do is read. We are no different – read books, magazines, or teacher
blogs in the sun!

#15 Freshen up your classroom with
new seating, rugs, or shelving!
I always think students are more excited when their classroom is bright
and shiny.

#14 Binge-watch. The Crown, Call the Midwives, Sherlock (I am on a British TV kick), whatever gives you a smile, should
be on your screen. September will be
here before you know it.

#13 Set up your calendar. Label those in-services and days off right
now! One less thing to do when school
starts.

#12 Get organized. An organized house and an organized classroom
make for less chaos and less stress.
There are great organizers out there for everything! Books, Legos, Crayons, etc.

#11 Write your Congressmen. If you feel frustration with the educational
system, take a few minutes to send an email.
Feel good that you’ve voiced your opinion and exercised your civic
rights.

#10 Order that new water bottle to force
yourself to keep hydrating on a long day with kids! Personally, I am obsessed with my Hydro Flask. It keeps your drink cold for 24 hours! I love to have water, juice or whatever I am drinking at the moment (no one will know if you decide to fill it up with Diet Coke) in there to carry around as I take my kids to the park, pool and other summer adventures. Plus, how cute is this color?

#9 Get some fresh air. It’s hard to find time for those fun outings
during the school year. Do some
gardening, check out your local park with your pets, or take a long walk. It’s good for your mind.

#8 Make it Christmas in July. Whether you make your Christmas gifts or order online, I like to get
that knocked out over the summer so December is a little less crazy. Whether it’s family members or students, put
name tags on in December, and you’re done!

#7 Rest. The school year gets hectic. This is your chance to refuel and
regroup. Take those afternoon naps. They will feel good!

#6 Find some good shoes.
Teaching is a never-sit-down job.
The right shoes can make all the difference, and who doesn’t want ones
that look sweet, too? Toms are my ABSOLUTE favorite. They are both comfortable and cute. Plus, this style doesn’t wear out too fast.

#5 Pick out that
first-day-of-school outfit! Starting off
the school-year in a well-chosen outfit feels a lot better than showing up as a
hot mess on a hot day when the A/C probably won’t work! Lol.

#4 Get some escape games ready for your students. Escape rooms have become a popular way to get kids up and moving, while also working as a team. These games also offer a focus on different teaching standards. Students won’t even realize they are learning!

#3 Check out Teachers PayTeachers. Whether you’re looking to buy, or not, get
inspired on the topics you find most difficult to teach!

#2 See your family. There are moments during the school year that
you feel like you see more students than family. Love on the ones you truly want to be with
when you have a little freedom.

#1 Take a vacation, even if it’s a
staycation! You need to be fresh and
happy when school resumes!

A happier teacher makes a happier classroom. These 25 things are sure to start your
school-year off right!