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7 Best Items To Buy at Sam’s Club Before School Starts
By Heather Altamirano,
1 day ago
There are just a few weeks left before summer ends, which means back-to-school shopping is on the horizon, and Sam’s Club is a convenient one-stop shop for all your needs. Whether your student is heading to the classroom or moving into a dorm, having the right supplies can set them up for a successful year, but school shopping is not a cheap task.
According to a 2023 Deloitte study, the price of school supplies has increased by 23.7% in the past two years, and the average household will spend around $875 on school essentials, per the National Retail Federation .
“K-12 shoppers are budgeting $309.35 on average for electronics ($13.7 billion total), $253.29 for clothing and accessories ($11.2 billion total), $141.62 for school supplies ($6.3 billion total) and $170.43 for shoes ($7.6 billion total),” according to the NRF. For college students, the site estimates families will spend “$1,364.75 on items for the upcoming school year, in line with last year’s record of $1,366.95.”
The Serta Armless task Chair features an ergonomic, mid-20th-century furniture design made to provide extra support and comfort for long school days. And it’s a steal. You can save $110 buying the chair from Sam’s Club, but order now before it sells out.
The assorted essentials kit has everything needed for assignments and school projects. Plus, it’s a big savings. Amazon charges $10 more for the same product, so stock up at Sam’s Club.
Crafted from a durable, abrasion-resistant polyester fabric, the Swissgear 3760 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack is lightweight, easy to carry and highly functional, with several pockets to store your things neatly. And, it’s budget-friendly with big savings. The backpack is much cheaper at Sam’s Club than other retailers, so grab one now before it’s too late.
Member’s Mark 2-Piece Kids’ Backpack Set with Matching Lunch Kit
Price: 19.98 compared to Office Depot at $29.99
Send your kids back to school in style with the 2-piece Kids’ Backpack Set with a Matching Lunch Kit while saving money at the same time. The adorable matching set is of good value and is of high quality, which helps keep kids organized.
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine 0.7mm, 16 Pack
Price: $11.74 compared to Staples at $17.46 for 12
You can never have too many pens and now, until August 25th, you can score a good deal on a 16-pack of black or blue Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens.
Spruce up your dorm room and add a pop of color with the BirdRock Home Hand-Knitted Lightweight Pouf. The pouf comes in soft silver, pink, almond or navy and is perfect for propping your feet up while studying or using it as a floor cushion to relax from a hard day at school.
Member’s Mark Disinfecting Wipes, Variety Pack, 4-pack., 312 ct.
Price: $10.98 compared to Amazon’s 3-pack at $15.57
Get a head start on staying clean and healthy with disinfecting wipes. Ideal for keeping your dorm room and shared bathroom sanitary. The Member’s Mark product is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by shoppers who appreciate the value and stated the wipes are as effective as name brands.
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