A Fresh Start to the School Year
Back to School Cleaning and Organization Tips for Parents
The back-to-school season is a hectic time for parents as they prepare their kids for a new academic year. Amidst the chaos of shopping for school supplies, planning schedules, and adjusting to new routines, it's essential to maintain a clean and organized home to make the transition as easeful as possible. In this blog post, we'll share some valuable tips and tricks to help you establish a routine and maintain a clean and organized home during the back-to-school season:
Preparing Clothing
Sort and Declutter: Take a day to go through your children's clothing and separate items that no longer fit or are no longer needed. Donate or recycle clothes that are in good condition.
Plan Outfits in Advance: To save time in the mornings, plan your children's outfits for the week ahead of time. This way, they can easily pick out their clothes and get ready quickly without any fuss.
Create a Clothing Organization System: Consider using labeled bins or drawers for each child's clothing. This makes it easier for kids to locate and put away their clothes independently. #trainupachild
Designate a Laundry Day: Assign a specific day for laundry and ensure everyone has a designated laundry basket or hamper. Get your kids involved by teaching them how to separate colors and load the washing machine.
Organizing School Supplies
Inventory Check: Take stock of your existing school supplies and create a shopping list of items that need to be replenished or purchased. This will help you avoid last-minute rushes to the store.
Designate a School Supplies Zone: Set up a specific area or station in your home dedicated to school supplies. This can be a desk, shelf, or storage container. Make sure it's easily accessible to your children as they work on their assignments.
Label Everything: Use labels or color-coded folders to keep school supplies and paperwork organized. Label each child's notebooks, folders, and binders with their name and the subjects they pertain to.
Create a Homework Routine: Establish a dedicated area for homework and encourage your children to clean up after themselves once they're finished. This will help teach them responsibility and maintain a clutter-free workspace.
Keeping the House Clean
Establish a Cleaning Schedule: Create a weekly cleaning schedule with specific tasks assigned to each family member. This encourages everyone to take responsibility for the cleanliness of the house.
Implement a Shoe-Free Zone: Designate an entryway area or mudroom where family members can remove their shoes. This helps prevent dirt and outside germs from being tracked throughout the home.
Launch Station Organization: Create a launch station near the front door to store backpacks, shoes, jackets and other frequently used items. Use hooks or cubbies for hanging items instead of letting them pile up on the floor.
Manage School Paperwork: Designate a spot, such as a file organizer or bulletin board, for school-related paperwork. Sort and file important documents promptly to avoid clutter and missing deadlines.
By following these tips and tricks, parents can establish a clean and organized routine to kick off the new school year. Remember to involve your children in the process, teaching them the importance of cleanliness and organization. With a well-maintained home, you can create an environment that supports productivity, reduces stress, and sets everyone up for a successful school year.
Here are our top North 24th Home product recommendations for back to school:
All Purpose Scrub: Kids can be hard on shoes and our All Purpose Scrub is the perfect solution for cleaning the soles of your kid’s shoes so they will maintain their new look beyond the first week of school. Simply take a toothbrush or a small sponge, apply a little of the scrub to the soles of the shoes, and lightly scrub away dirt, grime, and kid-induced scuff marks!
All Purpose Cleaner: Does your kid return home with a sticky lunchbox, full of wrappers and spills from their lunch? If so, our All Purpose Cleaner can help you easily clean out lunch boxes – keeping them fresh, safe, and ready for the days ahead. Spray a little directly into the lunch box and wipe clean for a clean that you can see and smell!
Clean Candle: Our 9 oz clean candles are made with the highest quality coconut soy wax blend which guarantees a slow burn and a wide scent throw. Back to school time can be chaotic and maybe even stressful so we encourage parents to extend some grace to themselves (and their babies) and light one of our candles to help you unwind after long days of #parenting.
