TL;DR: Time management strategies include setting due dates a week in advance, knowing your usual schedule, and prioritizing necessary and positive mental health tasks. Becky Schnekser shares a look into her brain and the time management strategies she uses to prioritize her many responsibilities. How do you do it all? One of my best friends, Andrés, often asks me, “How … Read More
The Hustle for Balance
TL;DR: When there is so much to do every day, it is crucial to find a balance between work and home life. Find a balance between work and home life by letting go of perfectionism, giving yourself a rest, and setting personal boundaries. Recently, it has been widely understood among educator circles that teaching is a highly stressful profession. Teaching … Read More
Working During “Work Hours” Is Important for Self-Care
TL:DR: Face-to face, hybrid, and remote teaching all have their respective challenges. Bringing work home seems to be a part of the job as an educator. Set boundaries for yourself and dedicate time for yourself and your self-care. Prioritizing self-care is a necessary component of your time management plan. When the option to choose remote teaching versus in person, I … Read More
Positive Thinking and Your Health
TL;DR: Positive thinking has many benefits for your physical and mental health. Challenge yourself to always see the positive, even when it is difficult to do so. The writing below is a letter I sent to my staff because not all things have to be about data in our schools. I care about our staff and I care about every … Read More
Finding YOU Outside of the Classroom
TL;DR: Connect with who you are outside the classroom by saying no, finding something you love doing, and committing to your relationships. Finding YOU outside of the classroom, and discovering your identity as someone other than an educator, can strengthen your mental health and help you feel empowered. I am a teacher. Whether in a conversation with new professional connections … Read More