The Rising Cost of the Classroom: Why Parents Are Paying More Than Ever for Back-to-School Supplies

Source: Bahadur Ali / GettyThe Rising Cost of the Classroom: Why Parents Are Paying More Than Ever for Back-to-School SuppliesFor millions of families, the excitement of a new school year is increasingly being overshadowed by a familiar concern: the rising cost of preparing children for the classroom. From backpacks and notebooks to laptops and calculators, back-to-school shopping has become a significant financial burden for many households. “Everything costs more,” said one Philadelphia parent while shopping for school supplies. Until those costs become more manageable, the annual back-to-school shopping trip will remain more than a seasonal tradition. The Rising Cost of the Classroom: Why Parents Are Paying More Than Ever for Back-to-School Supplies was originally published on rnbphilly.com