I'm a former teacher. I only splurge on 2 school supplies.
I used to spend about $100 on school supplies for one child. Becoming a teacher showed me what to reuse, buy generic, and splurge on.
A former teacher shares her money-saving tips for purchasing school supplies. In the past, she spent around $100 annually on items for her single child. However, after becoming a teacher herself, she discovered numerous ways to save money. As a parent, she now stresses the importance of recycling and using off-brand supplies whenever possible.
The only two items she purchases are her son's backpack and lunchbox, which she washes throughout the year. She also allows him to choose a cute pencil bag to hold his essentials. By shopping at various stores, she maximizes savings, opting for off-label items and Dollar Tree bargains. When possible, she donates items to her son's classroom teachers, such as tissues, mechanical pencils, and hand sanitizer.
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