So the school year is just around the corner--my kids actually start next Tuesday!!  We are busy getting our school supplies and setting up new rules (like TV schedule, bedtime, homework, etc)--Once I get that done, I'll post the forms I came up with to help you!!  But to get you started--below is a tip about school flyers--which will start coming in immediately!!

School flyers:  Nearly every day, your child brings home flyers announcing some school activity, bake sale, field trip, or other such notices.  Unfortunately, these notices tend to pile up unless acted upon.  As soon as practicable, read the flyers and perform the following R.A.T. exercise.  RETAIN: All school flyers that you need to keep (class lists with phone numbers, emergency procedures, etc.)  ACT:  Make sure you have your calendar while reviewing the flyers, and mark any important dates.  Once you mark the date, you should be able to “throw.”  THROW:  Anything you suspect you won’t need in the future.  Don’t be afraid to throw, as you can always go back to the school and ask about the content of the flyer if necessary.  There should be approximately a 4 to 1 ratio of “throw” to “retain.”