High school is intimidating, overwhelming, and totally awesome — if you’re prepared to succeed! Get organized with these ADHD-tested tips, like setting up a command center and stockpiling supplies, and the sky’s the limit.
You’re long past those awkward days of fumbling with your locker combination or struggling to change classes on time. You’re in high school: experienced, responsible, and ready to make great things happen. So isn’t it time you reinvent yourself as an organized young adult who’s got it together? Here’s how:of the household. A family calendar and schedule with appointments, meal planning, travel, and chores should be located in this area.
for when you first wake up. For example, “I am being picked up early this morning — not as much time to get ready.”After each class, or when at your locker, check with a friend or your smart-phone or technology reminder system about assignments. Post a calendar/planner page in your locker or notebook . One strategy is to keep a sheet in each subject notebook on which to record daily assignments.
is a computer program that can help you plan your studies by asking, What is the assignment? How long will it take? What materials are needed? What supports are in place?Print out your online grades on Thursdays. On Friday, gather materials and talk with your teachers about completing assignments over the weekend. Sunday is a good day to make a plan of action for the coming week.Tired of chasing down information you need? Create an organized “chaser file” or notebook.
. Some planners are too bulky and are not ADHD-friendly. Tear out blank pages from your notebook or create a planner on the computer. Use color-coding and bold-facing to highlight information.Some students like an accordion file system better than a tabbed divider system for their notebook. Talk with your teacher aboutand explain to her why it works with your learning style. Try heavy-gauge notebook paper with reinforced holes, so that important information doesn’t fall out.
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