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Posted in Closet Organization

Mini-Clutter Clinic . . . Closets

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Mini Clinic: Organizing an Entry Hall Closet

Duration: 30-45 minutes

USE A TIMER TO AVOID DISTRACTIONS – NOT THE ONE ON YOUR PHONE (optional)

1. Set a Goal for Your Closet (5 minutes)

Purpose: Determine how you want your closet to function as a place for coats, shoes, bags, or cleaning supplies.

Activity: Write down your main goal for the space and the key items that belong there.

2. Clear Out the Closet (10 minutes)

Purpose: Create a clean slate by emptying everything from the closet.

Activity: Remove all items, then clean the space. Dust, sweep, and wipe down the shelves and floor.

3. Sort and Categorize (10-15 minutes)

Purpose: Group similar items together to understand what you have and whatโ€™s worth keeping.

Activity: Use categories like Coats/Jackets, Shoes/Boots, Bags, Cleaning Supplies, etc.

Tip: Immediately create piles for Keep, Donate, and Trash to declutter.

4. Choose Organizational Tools (5-10 minutes)

Purpose: Maximize the closet’s functionality using storage solutions.

Suggested Tools:

Hooks or wall-mounted racks for bags, hats, or scarves.

Shoe racks or bins for footwear.

Shelving or baskets for seasonal items like gloves and umbrellas.

Over-the-door organizers for smaller accessories.

5. Return Items to the Closet (5-10 minutes)

Purpose: Arrange everything back into the closet in an organized way. EVERYTHING NEEDS A HOME!

Tip: Place most-used items at eye level and seasonal or rarely used items higher up.

Activity: Strategically put each item back, ensuring that the closet serves its purpose effectively.

6. Final Touches and Maintenance Plan (5 minutes)

Purpose: Make sure the space is easy to maintain in the long term.

>>POST A LIST ON THE INSIDE DOOR OF WHAT BELONGS IN THE SPACE- For younger kids, use pictures<<

Tip: Create a simple maintenance plan, like a quick 5-minute monthly declutter.

Activity: Label shelves or bins if necessary to keep the system intact.

Key Takeaway:

The entry hall closet is often a catch-all space, but it can transform into a functional, stress-free area with proper organization. Consistent decluttering and intentional storage will keep it organized.

Happy Organizing! 

Cheryl 

Posted in Classrooms, Declutter, Deep-Cleaning, Goal Setting, Wellness

How Can A Professional Organizer Help Teachers?

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Organizer & Teacher

A professional organizer can be of great assistance to teachers in several ways. 

Here are some ways in which a professional organizer can help teachers:

  1. Classroom Organization: A professional organizer can help teachers create an organized and efficient classroom layout. They can provide guidance on arranging furniture, storage solutions, and creating designated areas for different activities. This ensures that the classroom is optimized for teaching and learning, allowing for smooth transitions and easy access to materials.
  2. Material Management: Teachers often have a wide range of teaching materials, such as textbooks, workbooks, art supplies, and manipulatives. A professional organizer can help teachers sort through these materials, categorize them, and create efficient systems for storage and retrieval. This makes it easier for teachers to locate and access the necessary resources when planning and delivering lessons.
  3. Paperwork & Filing Systems: Teachers deal with a significant amount of paperwork, including lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and administrative documents. A professional organizer can assist in setting up effective filing systems, both physical and digital, to help teachers stay organized and easily locate important documents. This reduces the time and stress associated with managing paperwork.
  4. Time Management & Planning: Teachers have numerous responsibilities, including planning lessons, grading assignments, attending meetings, and collaborating with colleagues. A professional organizer can help teachers develop effective time management strategies and planning systems. This can include creating schedules, prioritizing tasks, and implementing productivity tools. By optimizing their time, teachers can focus more on teaching and spend less time on administrative tasks.
  5. Decluttering & Downsizing: Over time, classrooms can accumulate unnecessary clutter, making it challenging to maintain an organized environment. A professional organizer can help teachers declutter their classrooms, identifying unnecessary or valuable items. They can assist in deciding what to keep, donate, or discard, creating a more streamlined and functional space.
  6. Stress Reduction & Work-Life Balance: By helping teachers establish efficient organizational systems, professional organizers can reduce the stress and overwhelm associated with managing classroom resources and paperwork. This, in turn, can contribute to better work-life balance, allowing teachers to focus on their students and personal well-being.

Overall, a professional organizer can bring expertise in organization and efficiency to teachers, helping them create a well-organized and functional classroom environment. By reducing clutter, implementing effective systems, and improving time management, teachers can enhance their productivity and create a more conducive learning environment for their students. Maybe, for the first time since being a teacher, you actually enjoy summers!

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