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Why Are Kids
Disorganized?
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Frontal Cortex & Executive Function
Provides executive control – all purposeful actions
A neuropsychological process in the pre frontal cortex
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This process underlies purposeful behaviors such
as:• Planning & organizing• Attention & concentration• Flexibility to try new problem solving
strategies• Abstract & complex thinking• Decision making
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And More:•Self-monitoring for accuracy•Progress towards a goal•Emotional responses•Judgment & reasoning•Inhibit incorrect/inappropriate
responses
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Why is Organization Difficult for Adolescents
Changing classes – no “home base”More teachers with different
teaching stylesExpectations for independence and
self-regulation higherThe “Adolescent Brain”
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The Adolescent BrainJust prior to puberty – a lot of grey matter is
created, neurons develop, myelin is formed – transmission of electrical impulses speed up
This takes place in the frontal cortex of the brain – essential for such functions as response inhibition, emotional regulation, analyzing problems and planning – Executive Functions
Executive functions continue to develop through young adulthood (earlier in girls than in boys)
Synaptic pruning – “use it or lose it” – eliminates weaker synapses – strengthens stronger connections
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Teaching OrganizationLabelingModel organizationOptions – involve student in planning
organizationFrequent checks (binder, planner,)Routines
• Where to do homework• When to do homework• Get ready the night before
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P.A.C.K.PurgeAccessorizeCategorizeKeep It Up
The Organized Student by Donna Goldberg
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Key Organizational Skills
Organization at SchoolTime ManagementOrganization at Home
The Organized Student by Donna Goldberg
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Organizing Tools3 ring binder or accordion fileDesk organizationLocker organizationPlannerDesktop filing system
The Organized Student by Donna Goldberg
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The Binder(s)
Tools (dividers, pencil pouch, 3 hole punch, pockets)
Color codingScheduleHow many? AM/PM; one for each
class; one for entire day?
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Tools for Binder Organization
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Locker OrganizationZones:
• Books• Supplies• Personal Belongings
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Locker OrganizationSystem:
• All books start on top shelf in AM• When putting books in after class
they either go: on bottom shelf OR In backpack (homework)
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Locker Organization
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Locker OrganizationInclude
• Schedule• Color coding• Organizing tools
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Locker Organization
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www.lockerdog.com
www.amazon.com
www.organize-everything.com
Tools for Locker Organization
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Other Locker Organizational Tools
www.boarddudesdirect.com
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Desk Organizati
on
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Other Desk Organization Ideas
Chair “sacks”Loose paper folder or envelopeBoxes or office trays for booksMailboxes (gets loose papers out
of desk)Accordion file foldersOther????
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Locker and/or Desk Organization
Periodic Checks:• Checklist• Motivators• Assistance with “decluttering”
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Locker No loose papers Books on shelf or in backpack Coat and backpack on hook All small items in containers ________________________________
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Assignment PlannerTeacher check orPeer check
• after giving assignment – have each student explain it to a peer
• Peers check each others plannerParent check at homeRoutine and TimeTeach to abbreviateTeach to prioritize – parents help at home with
this!!!Work to do checklistLong Term Assignment Planning
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Work To Do Check-
list
Work To Do:______________________________________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________
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Assignment: __________________________________________________________________
Date assigned: Date due:
Steps to complete: by when:
when
complete
Notes:
Monday Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Long Term Project
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What Can Parents Do?Begin slowly. Focus on one problem at a timeStart with “stuff management”Make sure your child has a proper study spaceHelp your child develop a study scheduleHave your child study or read even when she has no
homeworkCheck the planner, check the backpack and foldersTeach your child to take (approp) breaks
From: Get Organized Without Losing It by Janet Fox
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Organization at HomeHomework AreaDesktop File Box “Toolkit”Calendar (“where is everybody?”)Habits and Routines!!Avoid the Morning Rush Visual supports – schedules, checklists,
post its, etc.“A place for everything and everything in
its place”Schedule times for regular “decluttering”
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Desktop Organizer for Homework Desk
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How to StudyMnemonic devicesRepetitionVariety of waysMovement breaks or movement while
studyingMusic? On or Off??Ongoing – (rather than cramming)
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Websiteswww.howtostudy.orgwww.studygs.net
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SchedulesAfter School ScheduleTell Me About TodayMini schedulesWork To Do ChecklistWork SystemsSchedules you can purchase
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Tell Me About Today
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Available at Target