| There are several compelling reasons to plan for the coming school year. By gearing up for back-to-school, you’re setting yourself up for success, fostering a positive learning environment, and embracing the exciting opportunities that lie ahead in your family’s educational journey. Following are some reasons and ideas to help with your planning: Organizational Advantage: Starting the school year with a well-organized backpack, planner, and study materials sets the foundation for staying on top of assignments, deadlines, and commitments. Confidence Boost: Feeling prepared and having the right tools can enhance confidence and give a sense of control over the academic journey, allowing one to approach challenges with a positive mindset. Time Management: Investing in items like calendars, timers, and productivity apps can help develop effective time management skills, enabling your student to balance schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal commitments. Social Connections: Being prepared with school essentials encourages social interactions and collaboration with classmates, as you can readily participate in group activities and share resources. It is also a good idea to make your home spaces ready for back-to-school as well. Having a dedicated area to place things as you enter your home can help keep your space tidy, reduce clutter, and simplify your daily routine during the back-to-school season. It allows for easy access to essentials, ensures important items don’t get misplaced, and provides a convenient transition space for you and your family. Here are five things you can do in your home to gear up for back to school: Set up a designated study area: Choose a quiet and well-lit area, preferably away from distractions. Organize the study area with essential supplies like pens, notebooks, and a desk lamp. Establish a routine: Start transitioning to a school-year routine by gradually adjusting sleep schedules. Establishing a routine helps create structure and makes the transition to back-to-school easier. Update school supplies: Take inventory of your school supplies and make a list of any needed items. Purchase new notebooks, folders, pens, pencils, calculators, or other materials necessary for your classes. Organize and declutter: Declutter your study area, bedroom, and any other spaces where school materials are kept. Sort through old papers, textbooks, and supplies, and donate or recycle items that are no longer needed. Create an organizational system, such as using folders, binders, or digital tools, to keep track of assignments, schedules, and important documents. Set goals and establish priorities: Reflect on academic and personal goals for the upcoming school year. Break down larger goals into smaller, actionable steps and create a plan to achieve them. By following these suggestions, you can create a conducive environment for learning, establish a routine, and prepare yourself for a successful back-to-school season. If you would like to join us in supporting The Sharing Shelf Backpacks to School campaign, please click https://sharingshelf.org/what-we-do/#backpacks_to_school to find out how you can help! For more organizing and decorating ideas, please Click Here |
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