As discussed previously, there seems to be a link between organizational skills and student success. Improving student organizational skills is one of the surest ways of having a lasting effect on a student\u2019s life. This is especially true with students who are struggling.<\/p>\n
Here is a system that has impressed administrators and helped change the lives of students.<\/p>\n
Supplies Needed:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 1 Three-ring notebook Use white labels as opposed to writing on the folders. This creates consistency and makes it easier to read. For an entire class you can create and print these labels off your computer. (It\u2019s a little work figuring out exactly how to print labels on your computer, but well worth it if you plan on using the system for at least a few years.)<\/p>\n The labels below are grouped into PAIRS because each folder has two pockets. Be sure to include the NUMBERS on the labels; but do not include the notes which are in parentheses.<\/p>\n These days many folders have the holes already punched in them. If not, the holes need to be punched. Once the folders are labeled and you have holes, place them on the rings along with the pencil bag.<\/p>\n 1.\u00a0 Writing paper<\/strong> (This is their paper supply. Either I keep it filled or they do. This solves many problems such as having to pass out paper during class time, as well as dealing with messy edges from paper ripped out of notebooks.) 3.\u00a0 Reading Program<\/strong> 5.\u00a0 Writer\u2019s Workshop (including Pattern Based Writing: Quick & Easy Essay<\/em>!)<\/strong> 7.\u00a0 Math<\/strong> 9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Science<\/strong> 11.\u00a0 Other<\/strong> (Includes all subjects and papers which don\u2019t fit in the other folders.) Note: You will likely want to name your folders a little different in order to meet your own needs. Teachers, if you like the system, you may want to stock up on the folders when they have them on sale for $.10. (It will be handy to have some in the class for replacements etc.)<\/p>\n You will impress administrators with this system, and that\u2019s nice! But even more important is that for some students learning how to get organized is a lifeline<\/em><\/span> that can bring about lasting<\/em><\/span> success in school. This system can play a part!<\/p>\n I had one student who was so far behind that retention was the best solution. After conferencing with the student and the family, it was decided.<\/p>\n Two years later I was talking with the student\u2019s current teacher and asked how my former student was managing. The teacher said, \u201cYou would not believe it. She showed up on the first day with a notebook that had folders completely labeled for each subject!\u201d<\/strong> The teacher then went on to tell me how this student was getting an achievement award!<\/p>\n Now that is a turnaround!<\/strong> It seemed that the student had grabbed onto organization as a lifeline for having success in school. Based on the entire conversation with the teacher, school was still a bit of a struggle for this student, but they were making it!<\/p>\n Improve Student Organization and You Will Bring Lasting Results As discussed previously, there seems to be a link between organizational skills and student success. Improving student organizational skills is one of the surest ways of having a lasting effect on a student\u2019s life. This is especially true with students who are struggling. 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\n\u2022\u00a0 6 Pee-chee style folders (The kind that has a \u201cpocket\u201d on each side.)
\n\u2022\u00a0 1 pencil bag that can fit on the rings of the notebook (Some notebooks have them built-in and that works also)
\n\u2022\u00a0 Pencil sharpener (Covered and that won\u2019t leak. Place it in a plastic baggie if needed.)
\n\u2022\u00a0 3 Pencils (Minimum)
\n\u2022\u00a0 1 Eraser (Minimum)<\/p>\nHow to Label the Folders<\/h3>\n
Label Them:<\/h3>\n
\n2.\u00a0 Homework, Returned Slips, Notes Home<\/strong> (All those important papers? You know exactly where they are!)<\/p>\n
\n 4.\u00a0 Reading Program<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n 6.\u00a0 Writer\u2019s Workshop (including Pattern Based Writing: Quick & Easy Essay<\/em>!)<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n 8.\u00a0 Math<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n 10.\u00a0 Social Studies<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n12.\u00a0 It\u2019s Mine<\/strong> (Corrected papers, completed work, and stuff that is \u201ctheirs.\u201d At home students remove all these papers daily or weekly. When I tell students \u201cit\u2019s yours\u201d they put a little \u201cX\u201d up in the corner of the paper.)<\/p>\nStruggling Students and Success Using This Organizational System<\/h3>\n
A Student Success Story<\/h3>\n
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This is a great organizational system that both teachers and parents can implement!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"