Teacher SEL- Preparing for a Break

Set up your away message on Outlook to begin at the end of contract hours on the last day of school and go through the last day of break.

• • Instructions:

    • Text

    • Video

  • Not sure what to say? Here's a sample:

    • Thank you for your message. I am currently out of the building due to fall break. I will respond to your message on October 15. Thanks for your patience. 

• Figure out what you can "drop" or leave behind over break

  • Leave lesson planning: You don’t need to have every lesson planned before you return. Give yourself permission to plan once you're back.

  • Pause grading: Set aside any grading or paperwork. You can tackle these tasks when you're refreshed after the break.

• The key is to remind yourself that taking a break from work is not only okay but necessary for your well-being.