August 13th, 2010
Welcome to the final installment of our three part series on how to get the family organized in time to head back to school. Everything is easier when you get organized!
5. Make a plan for success.
As students progress from year to year, their workload gets more and more intense. What worked last year (in terms of homework and studying) may not be a perfect fit this year. Perhaps this year, your child requires a computer, or a dedicated workspace or desk in his or her room, or more time at the library, etc. Be open to new ideas and be willing to make adjustments as necessary. Likewise, the same disciplinary actions that worked last year may not be as effective this year. Remember to keep your eye on the prize: raising a successful, well-rounded, happy child.
6. Update at regular intervals.
Once the family survives the first week of school, you might be tempted to breathe a sign of relief and return to your old schedule and familiar ways. However, by taking just a few minutes to check in at regular intervals, you can keep grades soaring high, keep wardrobes updated, and keep rooms and closets clean and organized. (After all, you don’t want to have to repeat all these steps again during the winter break, do you?) It only takes a few minutes to ensure that things are running smoothly and to make any necessary adjustments. It doesn’t have to be anything as formal as a “family conference,” rather, it can be as simple as a five-minute conversation with your student and a quick room inspection.
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