They're Here!

That's right, the school supplies sales have begun! Take advantage and get as organized as possible. Each subject needs its own pocket folder for sure and perhaps its own 3-ring binder. Loose leaf paper is always a staple in my supplies, and I'm sure to put enough in each folder and binder. Spirals are last on my list, because I end up using them as scratch paper and for writing personal notes, or sometimes I feel like doodling, which clutters my note page. With the loose leaf paper, I can doodle on a separate sheet and I can remove any sheet that is not school-related, leaving my notes neat and organized.

You don't need to get fancy with your school supplies. The least expensive ones will do just fine. If you can't afford the tools you need to be organized, talk with your teacher or counselor. All schools have a way to hook up students with what they need to succeed. Don't be shy or embarrassed. This is your future we're talking about!

Being a student is hard enough without adding the stress of not being able to locate what you need, especially notes, homework, study guides, and calendars. Being organized is the greatest gift a student can give himself, and being disorganized is the greatest self-created obstacle. Some students claim that they don't have time to organize their papers, but there is always time: it's when you're waiting for class to start or for the teacher to hand out the worksheet or notes to the rest of the class, even while you're watching tv.

Do yourself a favor, get organized before your classes even start, regardless if you have a supply list or not. At least get yourself started; you can always put on the finishing touches by the end of the first week of classes. Remember, school is going to be your life for the next 10 months, 180 days, or 40 weeks, however you want to look at it. So, get started on the right foot -- get organized!

Here's to a great 2010-2011 school year!

Signed,
Lora the Study Coach