These students may need to be shown a way of organizing their notebooks. Other students try to study and do work in front of the television and while this may work for some people, others are more easily distracted. Many students have jobs outside of school, or have difficulties at home. As a tutor, you can certainly help a student to organize his time more efficiently, but some difficulties are beyond the scope of tutoring. Know that you are not out there alone.
Every tutor needs back-up.
The councilors, administrators, and teachers at your school are there to support you. You are a tutor, not a superior.