It’s a perfectly normal April morning in the school office. The phones are ringing, the copier is making that suspicious noise again, and the coffee is doing its very best to keep everyone functional. In walks a small child, backpack …
April 8th – Draw a Bird Day
If you’ve ever stepped into a school office, you know right away—it doesn’t feel like any other office. Sure, there are phones ringing, papers stacked neatly (or not so neatly), calendars filled to the brim, and a computer that never …
April 1st.
A day full of jokes, surprises… and just a little bit of chaos. Now, in a regular workplace, April Fools’ Day might mean a fake stapler in Jell-O or switching someone’s mouse. But in a school office? It’s a whole …
Spring Break… or Not?
Ahh, spring break. The magical time when the hallways fall silent, the bells stop ringing, and the steady stream of students disappears. To most people, it sounds like a vacation for everyone in the school. Here’s the reality from the …
No More Supply Surprises: Get Organized Today
As a secretary or office administrator, you’re often the go-to person for supplies. Without a system, such as a central database, you’re stuck: A central database gives you: Step 1: Choose a Simple Tool You don’t need fancy software to …
Beware the Ides of March… A Note for School Secretaries
March 15th is known in history as the “Ides of March,” a date made famous by political drama and the famous warning: “Beware the Ides of March.” While most of us aren’t worried about Roman senators, those of us working …
March Madness… Mrs. Office Lady Edition
You think filling out the brackets for the NCAA Tournament requires skill and patience? Think about how school secretaries are juggling their own version of March Madness: No trophy. No halftime show. Just coffee and a copier that jams at …
Getting Ready for registration
School secretaries are the organizational backbone of their campuses. Registration season may be busy, but with clear systems and thoughtful preparation, it doesn’t have to be chaotic. A little planning goes a long way toward creating a smooth, welcoming experience …
Student Registration: The Start of the Student Cumulative File
Student registration is more than just filling out forms—it marks the official beginning of a student’s cumulative educational record. From the moment a student enrolls in a public school, the student cumulative file is created. This file becomes the central, …
Budget Season Made Easier: Tools That Help All Year Long
It’s all about tracking information – which is better for you – Physical or Digital Tracking
