Posts Tagged: school

Organizing School Memorabilia

07, Aug 2023

The years from kindergarten to high school graduation are filled with memories. Of course, school is where we learn languages, arts, maths, and sciences, but we also make friends and have unforgettable experiences. It’s no wonder we have so many souvenirs from our school days. However, carefully curating and organizing… Read more

Reorganizing Your College Student’s Bedroom

12, Sep 2022

Your child is off to college. It can be tempting to rush into their empty bedroom and declutter, organize, and redecorate. Although I love to help clients get their homes in order, I’m going to ask you to pause on reorganizing your college student’s bedroom. Emotional Connection There are many… Read more

Vancouver Sun: Back-to-School Organization Begins at Home

23, Aug 2019

I was happy to have a chat with Claudia Kwan of The Vancouver Sun. We discussed how back-to-school organization begins at home. It is important to set up schedules, routines, and systems. It will create a solid foundation of organizational skills. In doing so, parents won’t be worried about running… Read more

Back-to-School Transition Tips (Part 2 of 2)

19, Aug 2019

After the long leisurely summer months, many people dread the frenzy that fall brings. Our Back-to-School Transition Tips Part 1 listed some advice to help you ease back into a routine. Here are a few more ways to calm the chaos of the back-to-school transition. Update Your Contacts and Social… Read more

Back-to-School Transition Tips (Part 1 of 2)

12, Aug 2019

It’s almost that time of the year again – back-to-school. Kids (and sometimes parents) can dig in their heels and refuse to get back into a routine. But routines can bring stability and tranquillity to a household. It’s the adjustment from relaxed summer days to structured school days that can… Read more

Breakfast Television: How to Teach Your Kids to be More Organized

22, Jun 2017

School may be out, but teaching isn’t over!  Unfortunately, there is no “Organizing 101” class so it’s up to parents to give their kids the tools to be more organized. From my Breakfast Television Vancouver visit, here are some skills and tips I think kids need for success. Time Management… Read more

Create a Command Centre to Organize Your Family

10, Sep 2016

If you missed my segment on Breakfast Television Vancouver, please read on for some tips on how to Create a Family Command Centre! Family life can be chaotic, so it’s great to have a central hub or “command centre” where everyone can keep track of what’s going on. A command… Read more

How to Create an Inspiring Student Study Space

27, Aug 2016

In case you missed our Breakfast TV segment on creating a great study space, read on for some good tips: Build a comfortable space Make sure your child’s study space has good task lighting, a comfortable chair and great desk organizers to keep the surface clutter-free.  Choose a chair with ergonomics in mind,… Read more

Organizing a Study Space on BT Vancouver

25, Aug 2016

View my study space segment on Breakfast Television Vancouver this week, on behalf of Professional Organizers in Canada. In preparation for Back to School, Riaz Meghji and I discussed what it takes to make a great study space. This includes good lighting, a comfy chair, a homework “dumping zone,” and some… Read more