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Self-Storage For Teachers: Organizing Your Supplies For The Summer

27 June 2017 by Anni Heikkinen

Many teachers invest in their own supplies for their classrooms, but if you aren't able to keep these essential supplies in your classroom year-round, you may want to consider renting a self-storage unit. This gives you a great way to store your items and to build up your supplies over the summer months. Here are just a few ways you can keep your classroom supplies organized in your self-storage unit.

Cardboard File Boxes

Cardboard file boxes are great options for storing handouts, quizzes, and other types of classroom-related paperwork. Organize each box according to subject or grade, and label each box clearly for easy identification. You can add another layer to your school supply organization by using color-coded file folders inside of each box.

Plastic Storage Bins

Plastic storage bins with lids make it easy to organize classroom supplies, such as glue sticks, crayons, markers, and blocks. Use clear bins so you can see what is stored inside, and arrange them on a freestanding shelving unit to keep them off of the floor. Smaller bins are perfect for loose items, and larger bins offer a great way to organize items that are still in their original packaging. Consider purchasing several different sizes even if you don't need them now so you always have options for organizing.

Gift Wrap Boxes And Containers

If you purchase rolls of construction paper for your bulletin boards or classroom projects, use holiday gift wrap boxes to keep them clean and free from wrinkles. These boxes are also ideal for a range of other school supplies, including maps and posters. Shop for these items in the days after Christmas to save money on your storage supplies.

Collapsible Rolling Carts

Collapsible rolling carts give you an easy way to move items to and from your storage unit, and because they fold flat, they can also be brought to the school to bring items into your classroom at the beginning of the school year. You can use a collapsible grocery cart, or you can opt for a heavy-duty folding cart for transporting larger items. Be sure to keep the cart in the storage unit over summer for easy access while you are organizing or adding new items to the unit.

Take some time to shop for containers and other organization tools, and put them to work in your self-storage unit. With a little bit of planning, you can store all the items you need to give your students a great start at the beginning of each school year. Places like Coastal Mini Storage are a great place to start.

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