The Ultimate March Break To-Do List for Teachers: Rest, Recharge & Reclaim Your Sanity

Teachers, let’s be real. You’ve survived months of early mornings, report cards, endless emails, and approximately 4,721 student questions that could have been answered by reading the instructions. March Break is here, and while you might feel the urge to plan, prep, and organize… don’t. This is your time to recharge, and I’ve got the perfect to-do list for you. (Spoiler: It involves naps and hot coffee.)

✅ 1. Order Dinner Out – You Deserve It

You’ve spent months planning balanced meals for little humans who insist on eating glue sticks. Do yourself a favor—order dinner from your favorite spot. Whether it’s sushi, pizza, or that fancy Thai place you always drive past, treat yourself. Bonus points if you eat it in pajamas.

😴 2. Nap Like You Mean It

Napping is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. No bell schedule, no interruptions, no “Can I go to the washroom?” Just you, your coziest blanket, and the sweet, sweet embrace of sleep.

🎉 3. Have Some Fun (Yes, You!)

Remember fun? That thing you tell your students to have but haven’t personally experienced since 2013? Whether it’s dancing in your kitchen, binge-watching a guilty pleasure show, or visiting an escape room, do something that makes you laugh.

📵 4. Take a Tech-Free Day

Yes, even from Pinterest teacher boards. Put the phone down, log off the laptop, and resist the urge to check school emails. Your brain needs a break from screens just as much as it needs a break from student essays.

🧘‍♀️ 5. Meditate or Just Breathe for a Sec

If the idea of meditation makes you laugh, just take a deep breath. Inhale… hold it… exhale. Ahh. Science says mindful moments reduce stress, and honestly, we all need less stress and more deep breaths.

📚 6. Read a Book or Magazine (For Fun!)

No, not professional development. No, not a picture book to preview for your students. Pick up something just for you—a mystery novel, a ridiculous romance, or even a trashy magazine full of celebrity drama.

👫 7. Hang Out With Fun Friends

You know, the ones who don’t talk about education policies over brunch. The ones who make you belly laugh and remind you that you’re a human being outside of your job. Grab coffee, go bowling, or just sit on a couch and gossip.

☕ 8. Enjoy a Hot Coffee (Yes, Hot)

No more reheating it five times between lessons. No more leaving it on your desk until it turns into an iced coffee experiment. This week, you will drink a hot coffee from start to finish.

🚶‍♀️ 9. Walk or Hike—Fresh Air = Magic

Step away from the classroom walls and breathe in the fresh air. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll or a full-on hike, nature works wonders on a stressed-out teacher brain. Bonus: No one will follow you asking, “Where are we going? What are we doing?”

🍪 10. Make a Recipe (For Fun, Not a Potluck)

Cook or bake something that you want to eat. Not for a school function. Not because you need to meal prep for the week. Just for the joy of making something delicious.

The Bottom Line: You Deserve This Break

March Break is not a time to catch up on work or feel guilty for resting. It’s a time to refill your cup (with coffee, naps, and laughter). Need more ideas for making your teacher life easier? Sign up for our Resilient Rebels newsletter because teachers should thrive, not just survive!