School days full of tests, homework and stress can eat away at our ability to take a breath and relax. Breaks are important for students to recuperate and rest their growing minds, but no break excites students as much as summer vacation. After sitting in class listening to countless lectures, students crave the feeling of sunlight and cool, breezy nights after a hot day outside.
Whether it be because of boredom, lack of motivation or disinterest, school seems to be the last thing on students’ minds when anticipating break. Be ready to give your brain food for thought during your least favorite classes with these top five things to look forward to doing this summer.
#1 – Bonfires
Summer days call for late nights up with friends and losing track of the days in the week. If you’re interested in a fun way to bond with your friends while taking a minute to sit down and have conversations, consider hosting a bonfire! They allow for deepening connections and meaningful discussions, as well as room for scary ghost stories. Who knows, maybe you can even roast some s’mores!
#2 – Long drives
While this activity may sound a bit boring at first glance, it is quite the opposite. Grabbing a few friends and piling into a car to jam out to music with the windows down is a staple activity for midwest summers. The fresh air blowing through the car gives a sense of freedom and clarity, and all you have to do is drive! Don’t forget to have some good playlists at the ready, though. Music is a very crucial part of this summer activity.
#3 – Free time
The school year is very busy. It is a norm for students to feel as if there aren’t enough hours in the day to get done what they need to get done. When summer break comes around, most students have the ability to choose a more flexible schedule. Whether they decide to work and make money at a summer job, spend their days at the pool or conquer a bucket list, the possibilities are exciting and endless when school gets out.
#4 – Vacation
Whether this be to a tropical destination or a staycation in your living room, three months off from school creates space to plan the vacation you’ve always dreamed of. Maybe it is a road trip across the country or possibly a staycation involving movie marathons at your house. Maybe it is a trip to Hawaii or a trip to the slopes.
#5 – Catching up with friends
Life can get busy and difficult, especially for hard-working and involved students. Sometimes the important relationships in our lives can get pushed to the side or bumped down on the priority list when things get stressful. The freeness that summer break allows in the lives of students presents the perfect opportunity to rekindle those bonds and even create new ones! Next time you’re drowning in homework and notes, brainstorm about the places you want to go and the things you want to share with your friends! Let the hope of those future memories carry you through.
