Clear the End-of-School Clutter: A Quick Parent’s Guide to a Lighter Summer

Tidy the Clutter

It’s the last day of school and your kids come bursting in, backpacks overflowing with crumpled papers, stray art projects, and mystery notebooks—suddenly, your living room looks like a stationery store exploded. If the thought alone makes you want to run for cover (or just close the door and pretend you didn’t see it), you are absolutely not alone.

In this episode of Tidy the Clutter, I’m Mariah, your guide and fellow mom navigating the waves of end-of-school chaos. We’ll walk through simple, sanity-saving steps to clear out the school year’s buildup—without the guilt, pressure for perfection, or decision fatigue. We’re talking practical, real-life ways to sort, save what matters most, say goodbye to the rest, and make space for a breezy, clutter-light summer.

It’s about progress over perfection and creating space to actually enjoy the season (not just manage it). So pour your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and let’s imagine a summer that starts with room to breathe—and maybe even a little more calm. Let’s dive in!

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