It will soon be time for the kids to head back to school and schedules to change.  Being prepared and organized will surely help you to handle the new schedule, but your child may have a harder time adjusting to this change.

The first week of school can be quite a shock for school-aged children and can sometimes bring on mini-tantrums and constant whining during the first few weeks of school.  With this in mind, I would like to offer some tips and suggestions to help with a smoother transition for your child:

• Begin talking to your child now about the things they like most about school, e.g. seeing friends, favorite classes, going on field trips, etc.
• If your child’s bedtime schedule is more flexible over the summer, it’s a good idea to gradually begin a new bedtime routine a week or so before they are due to go back to school. For example, if they have been going to bed at 9:00PM, but usually have to be in bed by 8:00PM, you could initially change it to 8:45PM, then 8:30PM, etc.
• Plan the new morning schedule, create a back to school checklist if necessary, and then talk to your child about your expectations. If your child usually has trouble getting out of bed, make them set their alarm 15 minutes earlier than usual. It’s better to start a new schedule at the beginning of the school year, than a few weeks in.
• If your child needs back to school clothing or school supplies, involve your child and they will likely begin to get excited about going back to school. It’s recommended that you buy their backpack and binder early, for the best selection.
•  Purchase a few new school supplies to use at home and help them to stock and organize their homework area and declutter their bedrooms.

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Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter! Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers and Maryland Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners how to reclaim their time and space, and offers Time Management workshops to businesses to maximize productivity.  Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com.  Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.

Set up an area dedicated for your children to do their homework or study. Good study habits will help them throughout their life. Consider giving up an area in the dining room, or another area in the home that isn’t equipped with a television!

A quiet space with good lighting, a comfortable chair and one that includes all necessary supplies and reference books is ideal. Office organizers with slots for files, books, pencils and manuals will help to keep the area neat and easy to maintain. Equip their study in style with these classy organizers!

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Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter! Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners and businesses how to reclaim their time and space. Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com. Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.

If you’re constantly tripping over backpacks and shoes in your hall or mudroom, it’s time to get organized! Make it easy for the kids to hang up their backpacks and put shoes away. Use wall hooks, cubbies and baskets. Kids love having their own stuff, so if you have enough space, give each child their own hook, cubby and/or basket and make it easy for them. Check out the variety of options for shoe storage, hooks and containers at Home Storage Warehouse.

Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter! Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners and businesses how to reclaim their time and space. Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com. Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.

Your teenager’s college dorm room can be outfitted in style without breaking the bank. Manufacturers are adding style to organizers geared for teens and have some great products to help your college student be more. Check out the space saving Dorm Room Rolling Organizer! It offers plenty of storage and even includes a detachable laundry bag!

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Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter!Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners and businesses how to reclaim their time and space. Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com. Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.

Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter! Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners and businesses how to reclaim their time and space. Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com. Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.

The Back To School Season is quickly approaching & now is the time to make preparations for the transition into this exciting new school year. Parents, children, & college students will all benefit from some organization tips & tricks to make this new school year less stressful.

Simply start by purging closets getting rid of unused clothing, shoes, & other accessories that are taking up valuable closet space. Use Clothing Organizers, Accessory Hangers, & Shoe Storage products to organize all of your essentials. In the end, you will be amazed at how much storage space that you will accumulate by using these simple space saving organizers. New clothing, shoes, & other accessories will now be easily accessible & within eyes viewing.

Next, assess the study area in your room. Get rid of trash & old unnecessary papers that are taking up space. Desktop Organizers will work wonders for keeping homework assignments & school books in one place so as not to get lost. Laptop Organizers are terrific study aids for doing homework while sitting on a couch, bed, or in a car.

Now, parents, kids, & college students are ready to go shopping. Plan out your shopping day, make a list & get started. Make sure clothing, school supplies, backpacks, binders, lunch boxes & other miscellaneous items that are necessary for the new school season are on the list.

Lastly, purchase a daily planner, calendar, or even a Refrigerator Memo Organizer to keep track of doctors & dentists appointments, school events, & other important dates during the year. All of these will being terrific time savers when you are in a rush as important dates will be right where you can find them.

These simple Back To School Organization tips will make for calmer parents, children, & college students at this overwhelming yet exciting time of the year. Good luck & get organized for the new school year!

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