Get Ready for the End of the Semester

Birds are chirping, and the grass is growing again.  Believe it or not, the end of the Spring semester is only a few weeks away.   That means it's time to get your game plan together for scheduling study time for finals, moving, lining up daycare for your children, preparing resumes, and a host of other tasks.

Here's a list to help you plan:
1.  Make realistic commitments to study and budget your time accordingly.
2.  If you are moving, make a list of chores that have to get done beforehand.
For example:
     a.  If you will need a U-haul, reserve it well in advance.
     b.  Schedule time for cleaning your dorm or apartment.
     c.  Make a list of deposits to get back from landlords and utility companies.
     d.  Start collecting boxes for packing.
     e.  Start eating out of the freezer and pantry to keep from having to throw out food or moving it.
3.  Start deciding now if you are going to keep or sell textbooks for cash.
4.  If you rented textbooks online, send them back on time or apply for extensions when necessary.
5.  If you have children that will require additional daycare this summer, start looking now before childcare centers fill up.
6.  Work on your resume if you plan on changing jobs this summer or are graduating.
7.  Get your car serviced now if you are traveling home for the summer.

Once you have your lists compiled and have a good end-of-semester plan, your tasks will flow much more smoothly.