Its that time again….Back To School! Can you remember what that was like when you were a kid? The excitement at seeing your friends everyday and getting into a regular routine even though it meant summertime was just about over. One of the biggest excitements for most kids is buying the new clothing and school supplies. Getting this season off to a great start for the whole family means getting organized now. Last blog post we began offering up some basic tips for this back to school time. This post will continue with some really great tips to keep it as stress free and calm as it can possibly be.
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This is a good time to begin the journey by cleaning out and purging the closets. This means empty it all out and give it a really good cleaning top to bottom. This will create a clean slate and give you a good chance to organize and get ready for the year ahead. Have your child try on each item of clothing to determine if it still fits. Check for rips, tears, and any spots. Then decide if it can be repaired and used or if it needs to be tossed. Make a list as you go of any clothing or uniforms you will need to purchase for your child. This can also be a good time to look for closet organizers that will help make your morning routine easier. Some will allow for choosing an outfit per day so items are ready each morning.
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Extend this closet cleaning to the rest of the home. Hall closets and mudrooms will also need a good cleaning and purging. Adding hooks for backpacks and jackets will keep them off the floor. A shoe tray for wet and muddy shoes will be a great asset. Sports gear also needs a storage place and then you will not trip every time you come in the door. No more chaotic, unorganized dumping ground!
Once this is done make your shopping list. Go out to the school website and check for any change in uniform policy or dress codes. School supply list should also be available. Taking the time to make a really defined list means the trip will go smoother and you will get everything your child needs in less time. It will also allow you to take advantage of all the great back to school sales and state tax free weekends.
Establish a good place for children to do their homework every day. Somewhere that allows for supervision while you prepare dinner or do chores is best. A desk with drawers or a place to keep extra paper, pencils, etc. is great. Make the kids responsible for keeping things organized at the homework station. They also need to immediately put their books, supplies, and completed homework back into their backpacks when done.
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Back to school does not have to mean back to chaos. If as you get organized you have a need for laundry help give Laundry Express a call. We ca help you with all your laundry needs. We offer services to remove stains, dry clean, and just offer advice. Call us today!
