As summer begins to fade, I can’t help but feel that familiar mix of excitement and dread—it's back to school season! Cue the frenzied shopping trips and late-night cramming, right? I’ve been thinking, wouldn’t it be awesome if I could craft the ultimate back to school organization kit? Something to keep me sane amidst the chaos! I remember last year trying to find my planner while groping through a mountain of disorganized binders. Ugh, the frustration! I mean, don’t we all just want to walk into that first day feeling ready to tackle anything? So, what if I could create a little magic in a box, filled with everything I need to stay on top of my game? What would that look like? Let’s dive in together and make this school year the best one yet!
Items You’ll Need
- Binder
- Notebook
- Pencil case
- Highlighters
- Pens
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Sticky notes
- Folder
- Ruler
- Calculator
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Paper clips
- Binder dividers
- White-out tape
- Index cards
- Backpack
- Schedule planner
- Dry erase markers
- Chalkboard (portable)
- Laptop (if needed)
- Phone charger
- Water bottle
- Snack container
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather Materials
I start by gathering all the materials I want for my back to school organization kit. I get out my binder, notebooks, pencil case, and all the other supplies—highlighters, pens, pencils, erasers, sticky notes, folders, rulers, a calculator, scissors, glue stick, paper clips, binder dividers, white-out tape, index cards, my backpack, schedule planner, dry erase markers, my portable chalkboard, laptop, phone charger, water bottle, and snack container. Wow, that's a lot!
Step 2: Choose a Binder
Next, I'm picking the perfect binder. I choose a bright color that makes me happy (maybe a neon green!) and start organizing it. I want to make sure I have sections for each class, so I’m placing the binder dividers in to categorize everything!
Step 3: Set Up the Notebook
Now, I grab my notebooks. I like to assign each notebook to a different subject. I open up my schedule planner and jot down what subject goes with which notebook. I love using colorful stickers to label them too!
Step 4: Organize the Pencil Case
Time to dive into my pencil case! I sort my pens, pencils, and highlighters by color and size. I make sure to put the most used items at the top for easy access. I add in some cute erasers and my white-out tape too!
Step 5: Create a Sticky Notes Haven
I take out the sticky notes and start sticking them into my planner for reminders and important dates. I like to use different colors for different subjects—pink for math and yellow for English!
Step 6: Folder Fun
I pick up my folder and place all my handouts and important papers in it. Each side of the folder has a designated purpose, one for homework and the other for extra materials or returned papers. It feels so organized already!
Step 7: Prep the Scissors and Glue
I place the scissors and glue stick in my pencil case as well since they'll often come in handy for projects. I make sure they're easily accessible, which always helps!
Step 8: Index Cards Organization
I love using index cards for studying, so I stack them nicely in my backpack and mark them with different subjects. I also include a few blank ones for random notes.
Step 9: Pack the Backpack
Now it's time to pack my backpack! I carefully put the binder, notebooks, and my folder in them, ensuring everything fits snugly. I also toss in my water bottle and snack container so that I’m all set for the school day.
Step 10: Laptop and Chargers Ready
Since a laptop is essential for my studies, I take it out and make sure it’s charged. I throw in the phone charger as well, so I’m always connected and can jam out to my favorite study playlist.
Step 11: Final Touches
With everything in place, I write down important dates and assignments in my schedule planner to keep track of everything. I give my organization kit a quick test run by checking if I can find everything easily. And voilà! I'm all set!