Popsugar Parenting School Supplies High School Supplies List 2019 High-Schoolers, This Is the Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist 18 July 2019 by India Yaffe Image Source: Urban Outfitters As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Yes, we know it's still Summer, but before you know it, you'll be heading to high school. Aside from picking out the perfect first day outfit and making sure you've got your favourite snacks on hand, come back to school armed with all your supplies. Yes, there are the basics, like notebooks, pens, and backpacks, but any student knows that you can't just have any old pencil. There are certain products that make us feel like we can take on anything the classroom might throw at us, and when you're walking in on your first day, any extra confidence boost is always appreciated. These are what we'd like to call the high school essentials. A great, high quality notebook is a must, a physical planner is surprisingly useful, and the right backpack is a game changer. Plus, every high school student needs headphones, a laptop, and a calculator that can do practically anything. School is stressful enough, don't let back to school shopping get you down. Keep reading to shop our picks, and you'll have your best year yet. For even easier shopping, click below to shop by category. Backpacks Gadgets Locker Supplies Notebooks Pens, Pencils, and Highlighters Related: High School Students Give Silent Ovation So Classmate With Autism Can Attend His Graduation Backpacks Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com This Fjallraven Kanken Backpack ($80) comes in so many fun colours. Fjallraven Kanken Backpack $80 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Herschel Supply Co. Daypack Backpack Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com You can't go wrong with this classic Herschel Supply Co. Daypack Backpack ($40). Herschel Supply Co. Daypack Backpack $40 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Ban.do Go-go Backpack Image Source: bando.com Everyone will know that this Ban.do Go-go Backpack ($48) is yours. Ban.do Go-go Backpack $48 from bando.com Buy Now State Kane Backpack Image Source: shopbop.com This vibrant metallic State Kane Backpack ($85) is such a good pick. State Kane Backpack $85 from shopbop.com Buy Now Herschel Supply Co. UO Exclusive Classic Mid-Volume Light Backpack Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com This Herschel Supply Co. UO Exclusive Classic Mid-Volume Light Backpack ($45) is so lightweight, which makes lugging around textbooks that much easier. Herschel Supply Co. UO Exclusive Classic Mid-Volume Light Backpack $45 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Gadgets Image Source: amazon.com These Apple AirPods with Charging Case ($145, originally $159) are going to save your life this year. They're so easy to connect to your phone or computer, and make listening to podcasts, music, or even lecture notes that much more seamless. Apple AirPods with Charging Case $145 from amazon.com Buy Now Acer Aspire Laptop Image Source: amazon.com If you need a laptop that isn't too expensive, this Acer Aspire Laptop ($250) is a top pick. Acer Aspire Laptop $250 from amazon.com Buy Now Texas Instruments Nspire CX CAS Graphing Calculator Image Source: amazon.com If you get one thing in high school, make it this Texas Instruments Nspire CX CAS Graphing Calculator ($169). Life will never be the same. Texas Instruments Nspire CX CAS Graphing Calculator $169 from amazon.com Buy Now Samsung Chromebook Pro Convertible Touch Screen Laptop Image Source: amazon.com You can use this Samsung Chromebook Pro Convertible Touch Screen Laptop ($476, originally $550) like both a laptop and tablet, which is so convenient. Samsung Chromebook Pro Convertible Touch Screen Laptop $476 from amazon.com Buy Now Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones Image Source: amazon.com If you need silence when you study, reach for these Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones ($160, originally $300). Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones $160 from amazon.com Buy Now Locker Supplies Image Source: containerstore.com Keeping your locker organised will help save your sanity. We like this simple Janus Locker Shelf ($25). Janus Locker Shelf $25 from containerstore.com Buy Now Gold Magnetic Locker Bin Image Source: containerstore.com Keep pens, lip balm, notebooks, or whatever you like in this Gold Magnetic Locker Bin ($6). Gold Magnetic Locker Bin $6 from containerstore.com Buy Now Locker Style by UBrands Steel Magnetic Weekly Locker Dry Eraseboard Image Source: target.com Write down important tests or quizzes on this Locker Style by UBrands Steel Magnetic Weekly Locker Dry Eraseboard ($4). Locker Style by UBrands Steel Magnetic Weekly Locker Dry Eraseboard $4 from target.com Buy Now Locker Style by UBrands 9ct Square Locker Magnets Image Source: target.com Hang pictures and important papers with these cute Locker Style by UBrands 9ct Square Locker Magnets ($4). Locker Style by UBrands 9ct Square Locker Magnets $4 from target.com Buy Now U Brands Locker Organiser and Decorating Kit Image Source: amazon.com Need a whole set? This U Brands Locker Organiser and Decorating Kit ($20) has a shelf, mirror, white board, magnets, and pen holder. U Brands Locker Organiser and Decorating Kit $20 from amazon.com Buy Now Notebooks Image Source: bando.com Write down everything you need in this Ban.do Classic 17-Month Academic Planner ($20) that's compact enough for you to take anywhere. Ban.do Classic 17-Month Academic Planner $20 from bando.com Buy Now Five Star Spiral Notebook, 1 Subject, College Ruled Paper Image Source: amazon.com Every subject should have it's own Five Star Spiral Notebook, 1 Subject, College Ruled Paper ($6). Five Star Spiral Notebook, 1 Subject, College Ruled Paper $6 from amazon.com Buy Now Moleskine Classic Large Hardcover Notebook Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com If you like a smaller notebook, this Moleskine Classic Large Hardcover Notebook ($20) is essential. Moleskine Classic Large Hardcover Notebook $20 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now Get it Together File Folder Image Source: bando.com Keep papers for different subjects organised with this Get it Together File Folder ($20). Get it Together File Folder $20 from bando.com Buy Now Ban.do Rough Draft Large Notebook Image Source: bando.com You'll smile every time you pull out this Ban.do Rough Draft Large Notebook ($10, originally $16). Ban.do Rough Draft Large Notebook $10 from bando.com Buy Now Medium 17-Month Academic Planner Image Source: bando.com If you like a giant planner, this Medium 17-Month Academic Planner ($28) will help you get all your work organised. Medium 17-Month Academic Planner $28 from bando.com Buy Now Pens, Pencils, and Highlighters Image Source: amazon.com If you're known for losing pens (us too), this BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen ($5, originally $13 for 60) is a game changer. BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen $5 from amazon.com Buy Now Ban.do Write On Pencil Set Image Source: bando.com Smile when you're doing maths, thanks to this adorable Ban.do Write On Pencil Set ($10). Ban.do Write On Pencil Set $10 from bando.com Buy Now Ban.do Write on Highlighter Set Image Source: bando.com Three highlighters, six colours. How fun is this Ban.do Write on Highlighter Set ($10)? 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