Popsugar Parenting Popsugar X Old Navy Back-to-School Gifts For High School Teens in 2020 33 Affordable Gifts For High Schoolers to Celebrate Every Type of Back-to-School 29 July 2020 by Alessia Santoro Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com 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. Back to school season is upon us, and though it's one of the most anxiety-inducing and nerve-wracking years for parents and kids, we're wishing your kids a happy, healthy, and educational year in class. Whether they're virtual learning, going to school in person, homeschooling, or some combination of the three, celebrate your high schooler — especially if it's your teen's freshman year at a new high school! — with a fun and practical gift or two that won't break the bank (including some cute and inspirational pieces from our POPSUGAR x Old Navy collection!). Keep scrolling for gifts for your high schoolers that are all $30 or less and celebrate every type of back to school. Related: Tie-Dye Is Back! Shop the Coolest Pieces For Your Tweens 1 Be Happy Tote Bag Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com This Be Happy Tote Bag ($19) is perfect for a laptop, notebook, and a few other school essentials. Be Happy Tote Bag $19 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 2 12-Pound Weighted Blanket Image Source: target.com Help your teen get a good nights' sleep before a day of learning with this 12-Pound Weighted Blanket ($25). 12-Pound Weighted Blanket $25 from target.com Buy Now 3 POPSUGAR x Old Navy "I Am the Future" Graphic Drop-Tail Unisex Tee Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com The message of this POPSUGAR x Old Navy "I Am the Future" Graphic Drop-Tail Unisex Tee ($17) is self-explanatory, and it makes for a great first day of school look. POPSUGAR x Old Navy "I Am the Future" Graphic Drop-Tail Unisex Tee $17 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 4 So. Many. Planner Stickers.: 2,600 Stickers to Decorate, Organise, and Brighten Your Planner Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com If you have a planner-lover kiddo, this book of So. Many. Planner Stickers.: 2,600 Stickers to Decorate, Organise, and Brighten Your Planner ($13) is a must. So. Many. Planner Stickers.: 2,600 Stickers to Decorate, Organise, and Brighten $13 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 5 Variety 5-Pack of Triple-Layer Cloth Face Masks Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com If your teen will be in school with a mask on, grab them a few packs of these Variety 5-Pack of Triple-Layer Cloth Face Masks ($13) from Old Navy — there are so many trendy patterns. Variety 5-Pack of Triple-Layer Cloth Face Masks $13 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 6 Anxiety Happens: 52 Ways to Find Peace of Mind By John P. Forsyth PhD & Georg H. Eifert PhD Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com This year has been heavy on the anxiety for a lot of us, and this book, Anxiety Happens: 52 Ways to Find Peace of Mind By John P. Forsyth PhD & Georg H. Eifert PhD ($15) could be a great read for teens with a lot on their minds. Anxiety Happens: 52 Ways to Find Peace of Mind By John P. Forsyth PhD & $15 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 7 Muji Pen Retractable Gel Ink Ballpoint Pens Image Source: amazon.com These Muji Pen Retractable Gel Ink Ballpoint Pens ($25) will add colour and fun to their notes and planners. Muji Pen Retractable Gel Ink Ballpoint Pens $25 from amazon.com Buy Now 8 Smoko Boba Tea AirPods Case Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Bluetooth headphones are a great tool for parents and kids working and Zooming around the house. This Smoko Boba Tea AirPods Case ($15) is so cute for your teen's AirPods! Smoko Boba Tea AirPods Case $15 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 9 CYLO Pastel Power Strip Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Keep all of their wires and chargers together thanks to this CYLO Pastel Power Strip ($30). CYLO Pastel Power Strip $30 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 10 Summer-Themed Sticker Pack Image Source: etsy.com They can decorate their water bottles, computers, notebooks, and more with the 50 stickers in this Summer-Themed Sticker Pack ($3). Summer-Themed Sticker Pack $3 from etsy.com Buy Now 11 POPSUGAR x Old Navy Unisex Joggers Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com Learning from home should be comfy, so these POPSUGAR x Old Navy Unisex Joggers ($25) are a must. POPSUGAR x Old Navy Unisex Joggers $25 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 12 POPSUGAR x Old Navy Clear Vinyl Fanny Pack Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com They can fit all of their essentials into this POPSUGAR x Old Navy Clear Vinyl Fanny Pack ($20). POPSUGAR x Old Navy Clear Vinyl Fanny Pack $20 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 13 Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Noticed Eye Shimmer Putty Powder Image Source: ulta.com Even if they're going back to school with a mask on, if your teen loves makeup they can add to their look with this Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Noticed Eye Shimmer Putty Powder ($6, originally $23). Their eyes will be front and centre! Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Noticed Eye Shimmer Putty Powder $6 from ulta.com Buy Now 14 Smoko Dumpling Pencil Case Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com How cute is this Smoko Dumpling Pencil Case ($18)?! Smoko Dumpling Pencil Case $18 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 15 Dry Erase Calendar Message Board Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Keep your teen organised with this Dry Erase Calendar Message Board ($16) for their work area. Dry Erase Calendar Message Board $16 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 16 Beauty by POPSUGAR Lip Love Kit Image Source: kohls.com With all the mask-wearing your teen may be doing, help them take care of their lips with this Beauty by POPSUGAR Lip Love Kit ($19, originally $27). Beauty by POPSUGAR Lip Love Kit $19 from kohls.com Buy Now 17 Logitech Pebble Wireless Bluetooth Mouse Image Source: amazon.com Set up their work station with a Logitech Pebble Wireless Bluetooth Mouse ($30) that makes transporting their laptop and accessories even easier. Bye, bye, cords! Logitech Pebble Wireless Bluetooth Mouse $30 from amazon.com Buy Now 18 BAGGU Puffy Laptop Sleeve Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com If your teen is taking their laptop to and from rooms of the house or school, this BAGGU Puffy Laptop Sleeve ($28) will ensure it stays safe. BAGGU Puffy Laptop Sleeve $28 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 19 Glow Bottle Motivational Water Bottle with Time Markers Image Source: amazon.com Keep your teen hydrated with this pretty and practical Glow Bottle Motivational Water Bottle with Time Markers ($16). Glow Bottle Motivational Water Bottle with Time Markers $16 from amazon.com Buy Now 20 ban.do Sticky Note Set Image Source: amazon.com This ban.do Sticky Note Set ($13) can help keep your teen organised the cute way. ban.do Sticky Note Set $13 from amazon.com Buy Now 21 Moon Lamp Image Source: amazon.com Their room decor can change with their mood thanks to this Moon Lamp ($18). Moon Lamp $18 from amazon.com Buy Now 22 Modoker Laptop Backpack Image Source: amazon.com Even if they're doing school from home, if you're low on space a backpack can be where all of their school things "live." We love the colour of this Modoker Laptop Backpack ($20). Modoker Laptop Backpack $20 from amazon.com Buy Now 23 elago Charging Hub Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com They can charge all of their devices in one place with this elago Charging Hub ($25). elago Charging Hub $25 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 24 Things They Don't Teach You in School Game Image Source: uncommongoods.com This Things They Don't Teach You in School Game ($20) would be fun to play as a family. Things They Don't Teach You in School Game $20 from uncommongoods.com Buy Now 25 Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Bright Shimmer Highlighter Image Source: kohls.com Your makeup-lover can take their Zoom meetings to the next level with this Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Bright Shimmer Highlighter ($27, originally $32). Beauty by POPSUGAR Be Bright Shimmer Highlighter $27 from kohls.com Buy Now 26 POPSUGAR x Old Navy Printed Unisex Socks Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com Get cosy and trendy with these POPSUGAR x Old Navy Printed Unisex Socks ($10). POPSUGAR x Old Navy Printed Unisex Socks $10 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 27 Fjallraven Kånken Rainbow Keyring Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com This Fjallraven Kånken Rainbow Keyring ($10) is so cute, we might need one also! Fjallraven Kånken Rainbow Keyring $10 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 28 SpaceFrogDesigns For Deny Golden Peaks Notebook Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Taking notes in a notebook as cute as this SpaceFrogDesigns For Deny Golden Peaks Notebook ($19) is more fun, right? SpaceFrogDesigns For Deny Golden Peaks Notebook $19 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 29 Galison Book Club Puzzle Image Source: amazon.com For after school or on weekends, keep them mentally stimulated with a fun, 1,000-piece Galison Book Club Puzzle ($17). Galison Book Club Puzzle $17 from amazon.com Buy Now 30 POPSUGAR x Old Navy Marled-Yarn Unisex Beanie Image Source: oldnavy.gap.com Everyone loves a new beanie, and this POPSUGAR x Old Navy Marled-Yarn Unisex Beanie ($13) has the coolest neutral colouring. POPSUGAR x Old Navy Marled-Yarn Unisex Beanie $13 from oldnavy.gap.com Buy Now 31 SERENE HOUSE Ranger Essential Oil Diffuser Image Source: urbanoutfitters.com Make their work area more zen with this SERENE HOUSE Ranger Essential Oil Diffuser ($25). SERENE HOUSE Ranger Essential Oil Diffuser $25 from urbanoutfitters.com Buy Now 32 100 Classic Movies Scratch Off Poster Image Source: uncommongoods.com What better time for a movie education than in-between actual lessons? This 100 Classic Movies Scratch Off Poster ($15) will help your teen mark off what they've seen. 100 Classic Movies Scratch Off Poster $15 from uncommongoods.com Buy Now 33 SIEMOO Inflatable Sofa Image Source: amazon.com If your teens need a little vitamin D or just some time to themselves, this SIEMOO Inflatable Sofa ($19) is fun to use in the yard. SIEMOO Inflatable Sofa $19 from amazon.com Buy Now POPSUGAR X Old NavyGifts For TeensTweens And TeensHigh SchoolKid ShoppingGift GuideBack To School