Back to School Home Organization and Safety Resources

I’m a little reluctant to share with you these tips, not because they don’t contain some fantastic resources…they do, but, like many of you, I have school-aged children, and while this season of life is wonderful, it is fraught with the consistent feeling that the house is NEVER in order or I’m not doing enough to give my kids everything that they need, especially when it comes to getting back to school.

Am I all alone here?

Well-meaning, yet patronizing advice about “how to make your life perfect  with 149 simple rules” is prolific today. The last thing I want to do is provide information that makes you feel inadequate as a mom or dad. I do, however, want to share with you a few links that I think you’ll find helpful as you prepare your homes for this school season.

And homeschool moms/dads (of which I’m one) … don’t worry… this information is relevant to you, too.

1. OrganizedHome.com – Do it Now! Tips to Get Ready for Back-to-School and Storage Strategies for Homeschool Families
2. USA.gov – Back to School resources for students, parents and educators.
3. SafeKids.org – August is Back to School Safety Month
4. GoodHousekeeping.com – Easy Organizing: Back-to-School Prep
5. Cincinnati.com – Back-to-school tips for parents (everything from sleep to lunches; teachers to school buses)

Happy Back to School!

Don Kennedy

President, ProMaster Handyman and Home Repair