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digital planners

1.       My Homework App

My Homework is a student favorite! It has a robust calendar feature that includes a rotating schedule option, which is perfect for students attending schools with block schedules. You can create assignment lists with due dates, priority levels, and completion status. The paid version ($4.99/year) can sync with external calendars and allows task list sharing. It’s available on iOS, macOS, Windows, and internet browsers.

2.       My Study Life

My Study Life helps students make detailed task lists and has a similarly robust calendar that includes rotating schedule options. The task list syncs with the schedule function, so students can click on a class on their calendar and see a list of everything due that day! Another unique feature is that in-progress tasks can be marked with percent completion rather than the limited complete/incomplete options in many other planner apps. Drawbacks include lack of sharing functions. It’s free and available on iOS, Android, and internet browsers.

3.       Egenda

Egenda is a clean, simple option, perfect for students who are easily overwhelmed by too many bells and whistles or just don’t need all the extra features. The interface is uncluttered and straightforward, and tasks automatically populate on the calendar with their due dates. It’s free and available as a mobile app for iOS or Android.

PAPER planners 

1.       Order Out of Chaos

This full-size planner has weekly layouts, with sections for different classes and lots of space for to do lists each day. There are also monthly calendar and notes pages for entering big deadlines and important dates. We love this planner for being just structured enough to be really easy to organize, without being overly detailed with limited options. It can be purchased through the Order Out of Chaos website or on Amazon.

2.       360 Thinking Academic Planners

These academic planners come in daily and weekly versions! The daily planner has structured to do lists that include room for assignments, material reminders, submission reminders, and deadlines. Each page also includes a section for scheduling time away from homework, which we love! These planners are only available from 360 Thinking on their website.

3.       Panda Planner

Panda Planner’s non-dated daily and weekly planners are great for students. They feature month layouts and dot grid note pages in addition to the daily and weekly spreads. They also come in a range of colors and covers, and they include removable dividers and a pocket page for extra organization! These are a smaller and more open-ended planner option, so they’re best suited for high school or college students. Panda planners are available on the Panda Planner website and through Amazon.

~Annika Guy