Self Care

By. Craig Perrier

I am writing this during Labor Day weekend from the mountains of Maine.  The view from my rental is stunning, the hiking has been serene, and golf… well there have been better rounds.  But the overall experience is what counts and that grade is a solid A. 

For some educators this is the first long weekend of the school year. For others it represents the unofficial end of summer and transition to the start of the school year. Regardless of where you are in this timeline it is important to have time for yourself and one way to do that is to plan for your next vacation.   

Doing this effectively means thinking months and seasons ahead.  For example, last week I reserved a beach rental for summer 2022.  And having that done already is both a relief and celebration. Thankfully, Educators Marketplace has multiple options for you to browse and act on for long weekends, holidays, and next summer.

• Cheap O Air: The cheapest flights, hotels, car rentals, and travels. Spring into Savings!  Use Coupon Code SPRING30
• Extended Stay  America: Each of the clean, comfortable suites includes lots of room to relax, and many extras that make traveling easy, whether you stay for a night, a week, or longer.
• Kipling: Kipling Bags are designed to handle all the essentials you need for work or play. New markdowns just added!
• Eagle Creek: Unlock an Eagle Creek Discount and carry your gear, supplies, and more on your next adventure in a durable Eagle Creek duffel or travel bag.
• Radisson: Radisson is synonymous with outstanding levels of service and comfort delivered with utmost style. $100 in gift cards can be yours when you join, book, & stay

Planning vacations and your vacation time ultimately makes you a better educator. Sharing your experiences with students helps build relationships and inspire students to try something new.  Moreover, you get a chance to relax, rejuvenate, and be energized for your students. So, take some now to plan for your future self!