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High School Back to School ESSENTIALS
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items Everything you need to start the school year off right! From backpacks and tech essentials to study supplies, self-care must-haves, and everyday things— these are the high school essentials I use and/or also just recommend.
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Backpacks & Bags
School Supplies
Tech Essentials
Personal/Self Care Essentials
Food and Drink
Study and Organization
Backpacks & Bags
the ultimate high school backpack – simple, fits everything, comfortable, and durable without being extremely bulky or big. it comes in so many styles and colors that are perfect to fit you and your vibe. also lasts for years!!
JanSport Backpacks
available at walmart if you prefer!
JanSport Backpacks - Walmart
a good lunch box keeps your food fresh and organized – a bonus if it has multiple compartments and can fit inside your backpack!!
Lunch Boxes & Bags
perfect for keeping all your pencils, pens, highlighters, or extra supplies organized in one place – no more digging through your backpack for lost supplies!!
Pencil Case
a perfect way to be organized and to keep all your essentials in one place instead of digging through your backpack – can put hand sanitizer, lotion, makeup, tissues, etc!!
Cosmetic/Emergency Bag
School Supplies
just like a binder, these dividers make it so much easier to stay organized with my classes – these also come with tabs to mark your classes but they can also be color coded without them!!
Dividers with Pockets
notes are not only fun (sometimes) but very helpful especially when it comes to studying for tests – these notebooks are super cheap and perfect for school!!
Spiral Notebooks
a binder is essential for keeping your classes organized so you are not having to dig through a bunch of wrinkled papers and the risk of losing papers!!
3 Ring Binders
color coding your notes/textbooks makes studying so much easier and your notes look prettier – can use different colors for due dates, main points, or highlight important vocab!!
Bic 5pk Highlighters
this is hands down the BEST eraser ever – it erases without smudging or ruining the paper and I always like to keep it in my pencil case, especially for math and during note taking!!
Pentel Hi-Polymer Erasers
I prefer mechanical pencils over wooden, especially for writing – these are simple, easy to write with, affordable, and more convenient (no sharpener needed)!!
BIC Mechanical Pencils (0.5 mm)
an essential for note-taking – very smooth, no smudging, makes writing easier and readable, and makes your notes look neat. perfect for homework, notes, or planning/writing down assignments!!
Ballpoint Pens (Assorted Colors)
Tech Essentials
nothing is WORSE than when your in school and your phone is dying but you don't have a charger – a portable charger is perfect to fit in your bag and ensure that your phone never runs low again (marking this down for me as well LOL)
Portable Charger
a total essential for walking between class, on the way to school, or study halls – they are great for listening to music or just cancelling out noise to focus!!
Apple AirPods with Charging Case (2nd Generation)
I LOVE these headphones so much, they are so comfortable and lightweight – has multiple settings for music, lasts all day on ONE charge, and great sound. perfect for music or studying without distractions (a great alternative if you don't want airpod...
Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
these are perfect for reducing extreme eye strain during long hours of homework on your computer, phone, or studying – affordable and a simple way to protect your eyes while doing homework or scrolling on breaks!!
Blue Light Glasses
Personal/Self Care Essentials
small but very essential/a must have – I keep it in my backpack and like to use between classes and before lunch. doesnt take up too much space and if you want, you can use fun scents from b&bw!!
Mini Hand Sanitizer
constant hand sanitizer, school air, and cold weather means dry hands – a hand cream is a lifesaver to keep in my bag, especially ones that are not sticky and easy to absorb into the skin!!
Hand Cream/Lotion
an absolute lifesaver for runny nose, sticky hands, spills, or even messy makeup – the mini packs are perfect to just slip in your bag and save the day when someone needs it!!
Mini Pack of Tissues
keeps my lips soft and not dry during long school days, especially during the winter – fits perfectly in your backpack and easy to reapply!!
Aquaphor Chapstick
perfect for touch ups between classes (makeup, hair, or outfit) – the foldable feature makes it easy to put in your bag without taking up too much space!!
Folding Compact Mirror
perfect for keeping your hair out of the way – bonus if they don't pull on your hair and they are gentle!!
Hair Ties
Food and Drink
the viral water bottle that everyone loves to carry around – comes in so many cute colors, patterns, and sizes and will make you want to stay hydrated!!
Stanley Water Bottles
this gum is perfect for keeping your breath fresh between class or before lunch – can fit easy in your backpack or pencil case and is a great pick-me-up!!
Extra Spearmint Gum
an easy grab n go snack for school – these are super delicious and filling enough to last until lunch time or between classes (I like to keep one in my bag just in case I get hungry)
Quaker Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Study and Organization
a mini whiteboard is absolutely amazing and necessary, ESPECIALLY for math and science classes – perfect for studying, math practice, or even as a planner (way less wasteful than using a notebook or multiple papers as scratch paper)!!
Mini Whiteboard
you can't have a whiteboard without dry erase markers – the fine tip is way better for me than the thicker tips, making it easier to write, look cleaner, and not smudge as much!!
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Fine Tip)
this is a lot better than quizlet imo – perfect for studying as you can make digital flashcards, practice vocabulary, or quiz yourself!!
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