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Back to School Organization Hack

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Back to school organization… seems like a myth, right? But if ACTUALLY being prepared for a the first day of school is a fantasy, I’m delusional because I am giving it my best.

Back to school organization by creating a place for backpacks, shoes, and reminders for each child

The children have been eagerly counting down for back to school. Me too!

There is only one thing I dread.

Our morning routine during the school season is very predictable… right down to the problem getting out the door on time.

The children are not allowed any screen time until their morning chores are completed and they are ready to walk out the door. But, I was repeatedly having a child (or four) stall when it was time to leave.

I can’t find my shoes.

I need to pack my bag.

Frustrating? YES!

Searching for a solution, I would look with envy at the gorgeous mud rooms on Pinterest but knew buying a new house just for a mudroom was not the solution. Our family needed something more affordable.

My search turned to Amazon and I began formulating an idea for our hallway where we had nothing but a wall calendar.

Back to school organization by creating a place for backpacks, shoes, and reminders for each child

The hallway is just outside the two children’s bedrooms. My theory… it will be hard for them to forget to put their backpacks and shoes away if they are walking past the station several times every morning and afternoon.

Each child has a bulletin board with a magnetic white board on one side and a cork board on the other. When a child has an appointment or needs to remember something special, a note goes on the board.

Back to school organization by creating a place for backpacks, shoes, and reminders for each child

Then, there is a dual hook for hanging backpacks and/or umbrellas. (Coats are hanging in the hall closet.)

As for the basket, it’s the perfect size for one pair of shoes. I didn’t want anything bigger because I was afraid the baskets would collect clutter.

Back to school organization by creating a place for backpacks, shoes, and reminders for each child

Since I was seeking frugal back to school organization, I looked for the best prices on Amazon. Here is my shopping list:

  • 9 inch white wood letters 
  • Dry-erase combination board
  • Coat and hat hook
  • Wall mount storage basket

The project total was about $80.

That’s a lot cheaper than a new house!

Back to school organization by creating a place for backpacks, shoes, and reminders for each child


The children LOVE the hallway and were eager to get their things ready for the first day of school.

I’m just happy that I’m not tripping over backpacks anymore.

Here’s to getting out the door on time!

More Back to School Ideas

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  • Back to School Stockpile Shopping List
  • Back to School Printable Pack
  • Back to School Countdown Printable
  • Mommy’s Back to School Boot Camp
  • Back to Homeschool Survival Kit

Filed Under: DIY Home Tagged With: Back to School, Home & Organizing

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  1. Marcie Norton says

    August 13, 2017 at 7:17 am

    This is a great, helpful blog. Thank you for sharing all of these great tips. I love how it is perfectly organized. Where do you buy that hanging, pocket calendar organizer? What is is technically called?

    Thanks again.
    Marcie

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    • Tabitha says

      August 13, 2017 at 4:11 pm

      Hi Marcie! Thanks so much! It’s funny because I started to link to our calendar and forgot. We use this one from Amazon (aff): http://amzn.to/2vSK2zV

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    August 14, 2017 at 8:10 pm

    I have tried twice to get the printable sent to me and so far nothing how long should I wait? I have done a mail search and checked my spam folder.

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