“Leave School at School” Digital Toolkit
Do you ever find it hard to switch off from school when you get home?
Your mind keeps buzzing with classroom management issues, tomorrow’s lesson plan or the pile of unfinished marking.
Are you struggling to find a clear boundary between school and home?
If it feels like school is following you everywhere, then it’s time to change that!
Get Access to the
“Leave School at School”
Digital Toolkit
These are the exact activities I used to help
me transition out of work mode, so I could begin to feel like myself again.
Access the power to transition from the chaos of the school day to a peaceful evening.
What’s Included?
19 easy-to follow videos with simple, quick activities that will help you train your mind and body to let go of stress and to know “the workday is over.”
Find and repeat your favourite activity and see how easy it becomes to create a clear boundary between school and home.
Track your progress using the tracking sheet to see which activity works best for you.
Just CAD $17.95!
2-3 minutes is all that it takes to help you seamlessly transition from school life to home life.
The Best Part:
NO special equipment is needed.
NO designated space.
NO time commitment other than the willingness to take back your evenings, recharge your energy and finally leave school at school!
Please note: Due to the digital nature of these videos, we do not offer refunds.
"You can't work all the time-- and be an effective teacher. You have to bring something into the classroom, some sort of life in the world, because how else can you teach about or model living a fully human life in the world?"
Greene, Peter - “Separating Home and School for Teachers”
Web Blog Post. Curmudgucation. Trying to make sense of what’s happening in education. 26 May 2020. Web. 10 February 2025.
"A healthy work-life balance isn’t just about how you spend your time… It’s about being able to detach from work, engage in stimulating activities, and maintain satisfying relationships. Achieving this balance requires conscious effort and smart strategies.”"
Morrow, Susan. “Work -Life Balance for Teachers: Myths, Facts, & Practical Advice”
Web Blog Post. Keep ‘Em Thinking. Igniting critical and creative thinking. Web. 10 February 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this work for me?
Yes! These strategies were designed with teachers in mind. They will help you shift from stress to calm, one step at a time.
Will this take up a lot of my time?
Absolutely not! Each activity takes just a few minutes – you can do some of them in your car, walking up to your front door or while you’re winding down after work.
Do I need special space or equipment?
Nope! You don’t need anything special, just your willingness to give these activities a try.
What if I’m too tried or too busy?
This is not to add to your already full to-do list. It’s about taking something off – taking off the stress that you’re carrying home. Taking small, consistent actions can make a huge difference.
What if I don’t stick with it?
That’s ok!
Pick 1 activity that resonates with you and go from there.
This toolkit is meant to be flexible and to be used within your schedule.
How do I know this is for me?
This toolkit was designed by a teacher, for teachers.
It was created to address the unique challenges that teachers face and to provide answers that truly work within your own lifestyle.
Is this just another self-care thing that I don’t have time for?
No fluff stuff here! This isn’t about bubble baths or long journal entries.
It’s about quick, easy activities that you can do even on your busiest days, between classes or even as you’re walking down the hallway!
How much support will I get?
You’ll get step-by-step guidance on every video, plus the progress tracking sheet so that you can stay focused and monitor your results.
What if I’m skeptical because nothing else has worked?
That’s the reason this is simple, quick, flexible and teacher focused. Start with one small activity, do it consistently and begin to see how much more enjoyable your evenings can feel.
Will it take forever to see results?
Not at all! Consistency will help you to start feeling the results right away. I’m going to show you some simple ways to train your brain and body to know “the workday is over”.
Hi, I’m Carolyn
I have been an educator for 45 years. I struggled with not being able to switch my mind off from school mode to home mode. I’ve also seen what this kind of stress has done to my colleagues.
That’s why I created these tools and strategies – to help you release the stress of the day and smoothly transition into relaxation mode. You deserve to recharge, not only for yourself, but for those around you!
Whenever you’re ready to reinvest in your peace of
mind, snag this:
“Leave School at School” Digital Toolkit”.
