Hey guys!
Summer is nearly over, sadly. Sigh.
Yup, I'm going to miss the long lazy days where I rarely change out of my PJs and hardest question I'd have to answer all day would involve what to eat. Now I'm obligated to be "productive" and stay "focused" and crap.
Which lets face it, is a struggle for most people. You have to pick up all the slack you cut yourself during the summer and get things in order for the new year, because even though no one WANTS summer to end, you have to at least act the part, so you don't look like a total unprepared mess.
BUT ITS OKAY BECAUSE I AM HERE TO SAVE YOU!
Stay tuned as the most disorganized person in the world provides you with...
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7 ORGANIZATIONAL TIPS FOR A FABULOUS NEW SCHOOL YEAR!
Darn it--HSM makes me miss summer all over again! Let's get started.
1.
Keep extra everything in your locker.
Literally everything. Erasers, paper, lead, earbuds--anything you bought in the beginning of the year, make sure you have a backup in your locker. That way, if you forget something or run out halfway through the day, you won't have to borrow from a friend or be unprepared to your next class, which always looks bad!
2.
Take advantage of your phone.
Yup, that's right. All those snoozeville pre-downloaded applications actually come in handy.
The iOS Calendar App is a great way to keep track of all your activities. And unlike an assignment notebook or planner, you don't have to worry about it ripping, getting lost, or running out of space to write. And plus, you can set up alerts to remind you 20 minutes before so you have time to get ready!
You can also take advantage of the Notes app, which is a great place to jot down assignments. You can also add photos to your notes, if you need a visual reminder.
3. Write the subjects on the sides of your notebooks so you can read them when they're stacked in your locker.
This will save you a TON of time during passing periods scrambling to get your stuff together. Color coding your notebooks is also a good idea.
4. Make sure you have an alarm clock that does the job.
While your phone might be a simple and obvious alarm clock, it's way too easy to turn off, and depending on your ringer it may just lull you back to sleep.
Manual alarm clocks work better for some people, while others can't stand the sound of digital buzzers. Find what works for you! Try out a few different ones during the summer so that you don't risk messing up your first day of school due to a faulty alarm clock!
5. Carry a bag with you.
Whether it's a backpack or a purse, it's good to have a place to stash your stuff wherever you go. Especially with jean pockets that never seem to hold anything! Carrying a bag is a convenient, safe place to hold your lunch money, notebooks, and anything else you might need. It also leaves your hands free, which in turn makes you look more like you've got it together.
6. Use a locker shelf.
It'll help you stack your things to make the most of space, plus you can put your backpack on top to keep it from getting caught in the bottom as you close it.
7. Plan your playlist and outfit the night before.
Saving you the rush in the morning, and giving your mood a lift as you start your way to school!