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Ep 201: Making the Most of Spring Break: A New Teacher's Guide

From New Teacher Talk · Hosted by Elizabeth Wilkins & Anna Quinzio-Zafran

2026-04-13·1040

Episode summary

In this episode of New Teacher Talk: Spring break is here, and if you're a new teacher, you might be feeling equal parts relief and guilt. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr.

Original publisher description

Spring break is here, and if you're a new teacher, you might be feeling equal parts relief and guilt. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr. Anna normalize the exhaustion that hits hardest in year one, unpack why rest is not a reward but a necessity, and share practical ways to recharge without letting your classroom fall apart when you return. From creating a boundary-rich personal retreat to organizing your comeback week, this conversation is your permission slip to pause. HASHTAGS: #SpringBreakForTeachers #NewTeacherSelfCare #TeacherRestMatters #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherPodcast #TeacherWellness #SustainableTeaching