Back to School in Lubbock-School Supplies Are Around $600 This Year

If you've got more than two or three kids in school, you might need to sell a kidney this month.

A back-to-school shopping survey found it costs parents an average of $586 per child. That's actually down slightly from last year when it was $597.

Two-thirds of parents said they already did most of their shopping last month though, to get the best deals. (Amazon Prime Day was July 16th and 17th.) Here are a few more quick back-to-school shopping stats . . .

1. Parents spend the most on clothing and accessories.  Tech is next, so things like new computers and tablets.  School supplies are third.
2. 61% say their kid usually manipulates them into spending more than they wanted to.  But there's a good chance you're not just shopping for your kid.  50% of parents admit they usually end up shopping for themselves too.
3. When we can't afford it all, our top two tactics are using coupons . . . and opening a new credit card.  77% of parents say their kid's education is something they're willing to go into debt for.

When Is The First Day Of School For Lubbock Schools?

Lubbock Independent School District, along with Lubbock-Cooper ISD, Frenship ISD, and Roosevelt ISD will all have the first day of school on Wednesday, August 14.

When Is The First Day Of School For Lubbock Area Districts?

The first day of school for Lubbock area districts are listed below.

Monday, August 12- First day of school for Post ISD

Tuesday, August 13- First day of school for Slaton ISD, Tahoka ISD, Sundown ISD and Plainview ISD

Wednesday, August 14- First day of school for Idalou ISD, Ropes ISD, Abernathy ISD, Ralls ISD, Lorenzo ISD, Brownfield ISD, Crosbyton CISD

Thursday, August 15- First day of school for Levelland ISD

Monday, August 19- First day of school for Shallowater ISD

Wednesday, August 21- First day of school for Littlefield ISD, New Home ISD

When Do Classes Begin At Texas Tech, Lubbock Christian, and South Plains College?

The first day of classes at Texas Tech University and the start of the Fall 2024 semester will be on Thursday, August 22. Lubbock Christian University and South Plains College being their Fall Semesters on Monday, August 26.

Check you district's online calendar for more information.