Back to school is big business. According to experts, spending on supplies at the start of the 2024 academic year is estimated to reach $31.3 billion, or about $586 per student. Must-have items range from pens, pencils, and paper to tech gear and drinkware, plus a bag to carry it all in! We’ve gathered the top 5 products students and teachers need to start the new academic year right!
BIC® Ferocity Clic™ Gel Pen (Item #FCLGEL)
Every student and teacher needs a good writing instrument, and the BIC® Ferocity Clic™ Gel Pen earns top marks! With a slim barrel design, translucent rubber grip, and fast-drying gel ink, it’ll get you through grading exams or all-night study sessions. With the Ferocity by your side, it’s sure to be a stu-pen-dous year!
Triumph® Calendars Academic Monthly Planner (Item #8153)
Stay on top of assignments, extracurricular activities, and more when you use the Triumph® Calendars Academic Monthly Planner. A study in Psychology Today reported that writing things down vs. typing them is faster, more accurate, and leads to better memory recall. So, while using a paper planner may seem old-school to some, you might move to the top of the class thanks to this proven organizational tool!
Koozie® Boho Water Bottle Pouch (Item #16253)
If you always have a water bottle by your side, then this brilliant little accessory is for you! Not only does it fit most cell phones, but it also features a front zippered pocket with two card slots and a key fob. Attach this compact pouch to your water bottle, and you’ll have all your essentials within easy reach.
Shown with the Koozie® Big Recycled Tumbler – 40 oz. (Item #: 46434)
BambooTunes 5-in-1 Charging Cable (Item #CTEK077)
Power up your devices with this versatile tech accessory that features dual USB-A and Type-C inputs and is compatible with Apple®, Micro-USB, and USB Type-C devices. The cable is made with recycled PVC, and the bamboo trim gives it a modern vibe. Keep an extra one in your school bag just in case your laptop needs a little juice during class.
RPET Double-Pocket Computer Backpack (Item # VBAG120)
Load up this decked-out backpack with your supplies and laptop, and you’re ready for a busy day around campus. Crafted with 50% post-consumer recycled polyester and recycled PVB, this organizing wizard has a zippered main compartment with dual zippers, two front zippered pockets, and side mesh pockets along with a padded laptop/tablet sleeve, a fully padded back panel, and padded, adjustable straps. It’s definitely Honor Roll worthy!
Looking for more top-notch bags? Check our Carry Your School Supplies in Style! flyer.
The start of school is just around the corner, so get a jump on your back-to-school purchases now. Check out our Back-to-School flyer or use the education market sort on our website to find bestsellers. You’re sure to find the A+ gear you need to make it a successful year!
