Episode Details

If you’re a secondary teacher juggling multiple preps and feeling the June overwhelm creeping in, you’re not alone!

In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what I wish I’d known as a multi-prep teacher—how to actually recharge, get organized for the fall, and avoid burning out before back-to-school season even begins.

I’ll walk you through my top five strategies for navigating summer as a middle or high school teacher with several class preps on your plate, including real-life pacing tips, stress-saving digital organization, and giving yourself permission to say NO to the endless to-do list.

If you’re looking for practical advice on lesson planning, curriculum mapping, setting boundaries, and using AI to make your teaching life easier, this is the episode for you! Hit play and let’s make your summer count—without working your whole break away.

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