Putting First Things First-

1. Putting First Things First- Work First, Then Play

2. Prioritizing!!!! • Examples: • A) Homework- Pick a time and place to do your work at home. AT times, do the hardest first. Don’t put things off! Place tests and Data Folder out on table to be signed right when you begin homework.

3. Prioritizing!!!! • B) School- Do class work and centers before talking or AR. Organize your binder every morning and afternoon, so you have all materials you need for the day. Don’t put things off! Remember due dates and get work done before it is due.

4. Prioritizing!!!! • C)Lunch- Eat before talking and KNOW to stop talking 3 mins before the end of lunch. • D) Specials- Get materials needed first.

5. Organization Organization of Binder________ • Data Folder (front pocket) • Assignment book (must be signed and dated daily) • Folder 1 – parent notes • Folder 2 – homework

6. Organization Organization of Binder________ • 2 sharpened pencils (in front pocket or pencil case) – no mech. pencils • Highlighter (in front pocket or pencil case) • Post-it notes (in front pocket or pencil case) • Index cards (in front pocket or pencil case)

7. Organization Organization of Binder________ • Science/Social Studies section with divider + loose leaf paper • Writing section with divider + loose leaf paper • Math section with divider + loose leaf paper • Reading section with divider + loose leaf paper

8. Organization In Art Supply Bag ___ • Glue • Scissors • Colored Pencils • Markers • Crayons