Congratulations! You have made it through half of the semester! Spring Break is either here or almost here for you. With that comes many ideas, plans, and events for stepping away from school, having some relaxation, fun and enjoying life. For many people the images the words “spring break” bring are images of crazy parties, drunken college students on the beach, and many, many poor decisions made. However, spring break does not have to look like that!

What if instead of the stereotypical spring break craziness, there were other ways to relax, have fun and get your mind off of school? Here are some fun ideas for spring break that don't involve partying:

1. Binge watch a new TV series.

Hit up Netflix or Amazon Prime to find a new TV series to watch! Find a cozy seat, some fuzzy blankets, pop some popcorn and nestle in for a week of relaxation as you get carried away into a new television world!

2. Pick up that new book you've been waiting to read.

Now is the time to check off some of those books that have been piling up on your reading list! Set your school books aside, and lose yourself in a great story.

3. Check out your local state parks.

State parks are a wonderful place for new adventures! They are full of gorgeous hiking trails, campgrounds, and history. Grab a friend and check one out!

4. Sleep.

I mean, need I say more?

5. Plan a themed cooking night.

Craving Italian? Japanese? Mexican? Spend an evening preparing some of your favorite cuisine. Maybe you can invite some friends over to share in the fun!

6. Travel somewhere.

Don't travel somewhere that is a spring break party central – travel somewhere new and beautiful – somewhere you can truly relax and step back from the craziness of life.

7. Spend time with loved ones.

Catch up with family and friends you don't get to spend time with when you are busy in school.