TeacherLists Offers a Solution to Help Budget-Conscious Parents Shop for Back-to-School Supplies
Wrentham, MA (June 5, 2025) – Families across the country are preparing for back-to-school shopping, with overall spending expected to reach approximately $41 billion. Despite the high numbers, many parents feel more stressed than excited about the annual ritual.
A recent TeacherLists survey found that 61% of parents associate back-to-school shopping with words like “financially challenging” and “stressful.” While some still describe it as “fun” or at least “necessary,” the emotional toll is growing.
With ongoing economic uncertainty and concerns about rising prices and potential product shortages, many families are adjusting their shopping timelines. Experts predict an earlier-than-usual start to this year’s shopping season to avoid last-minute price hikes and stock issues. In fact, TeacherLists’ Preseason Parent Survey shows a significant shift: while July and August remain the most popular months, the number of families planning to shop in June has nearly doubled—from 11% to 20%.
TeacherLists, a trusted go-to resource that frequently tops “Best Back-to-School Shopping Hacks” lists. TeacherLists transforms school supply lists into convenient, digital shoppable lists—accessible both online and in-store with major national and local retailers. It allows parents to:
- View the exact supplies requested by their child’s school and teacher
- Compare prices and plan shopping
- Shop whenever and wherever it’s convenient
- Confirm what’s in stock
- Make incremental purchases over a period of time
Best of all, TeacherLists is completely free for both families and schools. Schools and school districts can easily manage and share their supply lists, simplifying back-to-school shopping for their families.
