Find 25 rejuvenating ideas for educators to recharge over the summer break. Prioritize wellness, relaxation, and self-care to return refreshed & energized.

<h2>Refreshing Strategies for Educators This Summer</h2><p>One of the perks to working in education is that it likely equates to extra time off in the summer. While some may cherish the time off, others may find it daunting. Nevertheless, it’s important that the same educators who give so much to their students, spend the time and effort to fill their cups. Summertime is the perfect time to prioritize your health, happiness, and passion projects. Start planning ahead now on ways you will spend your time this summer. Below are some ideas to get you started.</p><ol><li>Book a spa appointment. Massage, facial, pedicure - any or all of the above!</li><li>Go for a walk, daily.</li><li>Reach out to friends and family you haven’t connected with recently.</li><li>Write a blog post.</li><li>Create a resource on Teachers Pay Teachers.</li><li>Use up any gift cards.</li><li>Join a book club.</li><li>Attend a local networking event.</li><li>Create a Pinterest board.</li><li>Try an exercise class.</li><li>Make a bucket list and find a way to check off one thing.</li><li>Create a list of books to read and start to collect them.</li><li>Play games at an arcade.</li><li>Spend time outdoors.</li><li>Set a daily step goal and go out of your way to meet it.</li><li>Relax, poolside.</li><li>Volunteer for local organizations.</li><li>Meditate.</li><li>Sleep in (if you still remember how!).</li><li>Take time to make yourself a big breakfast.</li><li>Go to a matinee movie or show.</li><li>Stay out late on a weeknight.</li><li>Visit a museum mid-day.</li><li>Catch up on your favorite shows.</li><li>Take a day trip.</li></ol><h3>Resources:</h3><p>Mulvahill, E. (2017, June 29). Teacher bored during summer? here are 50+ things to do. We Are Teachers. <a href="https://www.weareteachers.com/teacher-bored-during-summer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.weareteachers.com/teacher-bored-during-summer/</a></p><p>Random acts of kindness. Mental Health Foundation. (n.d.). <a href="https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/kindness-and-mental-health/random-acts-kindness" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/kindness-and-mental-health/random-acts-kindness </a></p>

25 Ways Educators Can Fill Their Cups This Summer