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Ugh... people who don't clean up their own messes! Drives me crazy!

 

I have a pretty high tolerance for mess, clutter, "creative" spaces... but when I reach my limit, I can't even function until I see some clear space. 

 

This is a tough one. People have different perceptions about what is "messy" and then there are those who just figure "someone else will clean up my mess." Ideally, the Children's Director would talk to everyone about standards of clean up... we write those into our lessons (although some people ignore it!) Gentle reminders about being good stewards of our space is important. Also, we try to focus on hospitality... how does this look to visitors? 

 

Another thing you might suggest to the Children's Director -- having a clean-up day. We try to schedule these once a year, but ideally it would be twice. We ask parents and teachers/volunteers to come and help. It's more effective if you have a list prepared and posted in each room about what needs to be done. This is a great time to do the BIG jobs... like organizing your resource room!

 

Good luck. I feel your frustration!!! 

 

Jaymie

 

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