Your Guide to Being Organized! BY AN ORGANIZED TEACHER =)

Why Be Organized?

Planning has been proven to:Reduce stress Reduce ineffective study habits such as crammingHelps prevent students from feeling overwhelmedIncreased productivityTeaches a life skill that will benefit you in the

future!!!

Learning to Plan Takes Practice

You may wake up one day and say, “Hey, I want to learn how to be more organized!”

However, it takes time!

Tips for Using a Planner

#1 Choose the Right Planner

Choose a planner that is right for you!

Only you know what works best.

Planners come in all different sizes and styles.

#2 Name Your Planner

Yes, that’s right, give it a name!

You are less likely to neglect (ignore) something with a name and a strong identity.

P.S. You don’t have to tell anyone their name!

#3 Make the Planner Part of Your Daily Routine

Carry it with you all the time!

Remember to check it every morning and every night.

#4 Fill in Your Assignment Due Dates as Soon as You Learn Them

Get in the habit of writing in your planner while you’re still in the classroom. *hint – this is why I always say, “take out your planners and write your homework!”

#5 Use a Color Coding System

For instance, write all birthdays in pink, or highlight them in pink.

Use a system that works for you.

#6 Put EVERYTHING in Your Planner

I mean EVERYTHING! (appointments, birthdays, homework assignments, important events, due dates of projects, etc.

Your planner can even be your telephone.

It will help you be more organized. I PROMISE! =)

#7 Cross Things Out

Cross out events and assignments that were due and have passed.

This way, you know what you need to focus on in the future.

#8 SHARE

If you have new ideas about staying organized, share them! I always love hearing new ideas!