1. Organizational Tips for Students:

2. Identify a work space at home Gather the necessary tools
Paper
Pencil
Adequate lighting
Dictionary

3. Set a study time that generally works in your schedule

4. Set a daily agenda Helps make tasks routine
Include weekly lessons, club meetings, athletic practices, etc.

5. Decide which homework tasks need to be done:
Daily
Weekly
Monthly

6. Use an assignment planner or notebook

7. Color-code notebooks and folders for each subject area
Easier to know the right folder or notebook to take to the class

8. Clear out old papers weekly from:
Notebooks
Folders
Desks
Lockers
Backpacks

9. Use a checklist or other graphic organizer
Satisfaction in completing a task

10. Create “To Do Lists” High priority items first
Items with longer timelines or less urgency next

11. Explain your organizational system to a friend or your parent
If you can explain the system to someone else, the system is probably working for you.