The fall is usually the busiest time of the year for me.  Not only do I prepare the kids to go back to school, but I also go back into the classroom every September to welcome a new class.  Aside from those two major milestones, my sons are involved in sports and other extracurricular activities in the afternoon and weekends.  It's all a lot to juggle and coordinate so sometimes I rely on a little help from my husband, family and technology!     Recently I discovered VolunteerSpot and it has made my life a whole lot easier.  So far, it has helped me save time and money by allowing me to create simple one-stop-shop for all scheduling and fundraising needs. The best part is that it is always free and it helps me to keep my stress levels within normal ranges.  I can organize helpers, conferences, potlucks and events without ‘reply-all’ emails, spreadsheets, and paper sign-up sheets that get lost and just add to my daily … [Read more...]