<p>Most of my kids’ teachers told us upfront at Meet the Teacher Night that they checked e-mails infrequently, and at least one not at all - although the school gives them all e-mail addresses. He only wanted phone messages left at the department office. Luckily my kids just dealt with teacher issues in person. I was always a bit surprised at how unplugged in so many teachers are.</p>
<p>That said, I actually really try to make one day a week work-free and rarely check e-mails on Sunday. It’s one of the best lessons I learned in Germany - make your weekend a real weekend, by truly having a day of rest.</p>