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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: How to Avoid the Mid-Year Burnout

12/4/2018

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Hi All!
 
The winter months can be filled with cold, dreary days, impatient students, and some pesky germs. Aside from the cooped up, impatient children, and germs that you just can't seem to get out of your rooms, you notice your students are having that mid-year slump and are bored with your lessons already and so are you. So, what can you do about it, A LOT! Before and after winter break, many educators feel the wrath of the mid-year burnout. There is no denying that being in education is a stressful job, so being able to deal with your stress is extremely important in order to continue the school year. Educators cannot feed into the doom and gloom but must find a way to forge ahead, looking at the big picture instead of the little things that can get us down. Here are some quick and basic ways to combat educator burnout:
  • Take a daily brain break
  • Mindful meditation exercises
  • Celebrate the 100th day of school
  • Make learning fun

As educators, each day is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference. We can never take for granted the truly sacred torch that has been passed to us, and we should never do anything personally to douse that flame of learning in our schools. We must be passionate about educating and excited about bringing knowledge to our students, whether it’s a dark, cold winter’s day or a bright sunny one in spring. As you do things to alleviate your feelings of despair, try to do everything possible not to let your it become apparent. Think back to why you first entered the fabulous world of education. You most probably did it with extremely noble intentions. Get back in touch with that vibrancy that filled your heart with joy on the first day of your educational career, when you walked onto your school campus and felt like you could take on the world. Remember that in essence the world is in the hands of educators, for we touch the lives of our students not for just a moment but for the rest of their lives. Every word we say counts; every gesture is observed and measured; every outburst is never forgotten, as is every kindness. Remember, we here at Seneca and in Unconditional Education are doing beautiful and impactful work. To help you remember that, please look at this wonderful video that our very own Keri Stewart, UE Coach at Grant Elementary School in Richmond, compiled regarding the impact of Seneca’s work at Grant Seneca Impact at Grant
 
And…if you’re looking for more motivation, check out this great article on perseverance and grit!!! Educators Need Grit Too!
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Blog Post Written By: Amber Fretwell, Senior Director of School Partnerships
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