As the summer days dwindle down and the back-to-school buzz begins to creep in, I can’t help but feel that familiar mix of excitement and anxiety. Remember that feeling? The shopping carts filled with colorful notebooks and shiny pens, all while secretly hoping that this year will be better than the last. I’ve been thinking about creating a back to school organizing kit – you know, something to keep my chaotic life in check. Can a mere kit really help me navigate the labyrinth of assignments and deadlines? Last year, I lost track of so many things, it's like they vanished into thin air! So here I am, ready to gather all the essentials (and maybe some fun extras!) that’ll make the school year smooth sailing.
Items You’ll Need
- Binders
- Dividers for binders
- Notebook paper
- Folders with pockets
- Sticky notes
- Highlighters
- Pens and pencils
- Erasers
- Ruler
- Scissors
- Glue sticks
- Tape dispenser with tape
- Zipper binder or pencil case
- Graph paper or graph notebooks
- Planner or agenda
- Whiteboard and markers
- Labels or label maker
- Backpack
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather All Your Supplies
First things first! I lay out all my supplies on the table: binders, dividers, folders, sticky notes, and everything else on my list. Seeing everything in front of me gets me excited about organizing!
Step 2: Choose the Right Binders
I pick my favorite binders based on color or design. I usually go for a colorful one for my main subjects and a different color for extra-curriculars. It feels more personalized!
Step 3: Organize with Dividers
Next, I grab the dividers and label them according to my subjects. Writing down the subject names on the tabs makes everything feel organized and ready to use.
Step 4: Prepare the Notebook Paper
I take a stack of college-ruled notebook paper and separate them into sections for each binder. I can’t wait to fill these pages with great notes!
Step 5: Set Up Folders
Time to take the folders with pockets! I choose a matching folder for each binder and put them inside. This will help me keep all loose papers in check.
Step 6: Label Everything
Once my folders and binders are ready, I take the labels (or my label maker) and start labeling every item in the kit. It's like putting personalized stickers on everything!
Step 7: Organize Writing Tools
Next, I pull out my pens, pencils, erasers, and highlighters. I create a mini-pencil case inside my zipper binder. I love the idea of having all my writing tools in one spot!
Step 8: Cut and Paste with Scissors and Glue
I then make sure I have scissors and glue sticks ready. I do a little bit of decorating on my notebooks with cut-out images and stickers! Craft time can be so fun!
Step 9: Plan My Time
Now, I grab my planner or agenda. I take a few moments to write down important dates, like the start of school, my class schedule, and any events I don't want to miss. This is my time to be strategic!
Step 10: Prepare for Quick Notes
I also make sure to tuck a stack of sticky notes and a few whiteboard markers into my kit. These will help me jot down quick reminders or brainstorm ideas!
Step 11: Final Touches with a Backpack
Finally, it’s time to pack everything into my backpack. I carefully place the binders, notebooks, and smaller items in the pockets. My backpack looks super organized and I'm really proud of it!
Step 12: Ready to Go!
With everything organized and in place, I'm all set for the back-to-school season! I take one last look at my kit feeling accomplished, and ready to tackle the school year ahead!