Summer vacation is winding down, and it’s time to start thinking about back-to-school season, which includes back-to-school shopping. People often only consider shopping at major department stores when they think about buying school supplies and clothes. But whether you’re a busy parent getting kids ready to go back to school, a college student gearing up for your next semester, or a teacher getting ready for a new class of students, Deseret Industries has everything you need for school this fall.

• New socks and underwear

Did you know that Deseret Industries doesn’t just sell used items? In our new value section, we have packages of new socks and underwear that we sell for an inexpensive price. It’s a great place to stock up on basics.

• Shoes

You can find shoes for all ages and stages of life at Deseret Industries. Next time you’re at the store, keep your eyes open for kids’ shoes in particular. You can often spot used kids’ shoes with little to no wear and tear. Children grow out of things quickly, and a pair of shoes might only be worn for a few months before they get too small and are donated.

• Sports equipment

Deseret Industries has an entire section of outdoor items and sporting goods. Baseball bats, footballs, tennis rackets, volleyballs, bicycles—they’re all there. Kids’ athletic fees can be expensive, but getting sports gear doesn’t have to be.

• Binders, folders, and pencil boxes

One of the best-kept secrets at Deseret Industries is the office supply aisle. You can pick up all sorts of school supplies for just a couple of dollars. Besides folders, binders, and pencil boxes, you can find staplers, desk organizers, three-hole punches, flashcards, and more.

• Backpacks

Every student needs a bag to carry their books and supplies in. Backpacks can get expensive when you buy them at full price, but there are tons of bag options at Deseret Industries—cartoon character backpacks, messenger bags, laptop cases, and so on.

• Books

You can find all sorts of books at Deseret Industries, whether you’re looking for primers for your kindergartner, cheap used textbooks for your college biology course, or copies of classics for your high schooler’s English class. If you’re a teacher looking to build your classroom library, Deseret Industries is a great place to pick up gently used books at a good price.

• Jackets and coats

Back-to-school season signals a change from summer to fall, and that means it’s time to start planning for cooler weather. While you’re out and about shopping for school supplies, consider picking up the jackets and coats that your family will need as the school year goes on.

• Classroom items

If you’re a teacher, swing by Deseret Industries before setting up your classroom. You can purchase filing cabinets, globes, bulletin boards, pencil sharpeners, and extra notebooks and folders to use at school. You can give a DIY touch to secondhand steals to spruce up your room by painting a used bookshelf to hold your classroom library, decorating jars to hold pencils, or upcycling an old basket to use when collecting students’ papers.

• Clothes and uniforms

If you’re looking to put together a first-day-of-school outfit, thrifting is a good way to purchase a lot of clothing without spending a lot of money. Also, if your school requires a uniform, check out your local DI store before buying a new uniform. As kids grow or change schools, other families may have donated their uniforms, and you can pick one up for much cheaper than you might elsewhere.

• Dorm furniture and decor

Are you or your student heading into a first semester of college? Pick up kitchen appliances, furniture, and decor at DI for much cheaper than you would elsewhere.

Start your back-to-school shopping early, and check back at your local Deseret Industries frequently. We place thousands of new items on the sales floor each day. It may take you a few trips to gather all the items you need.

The awesome thing about buying school gear at Deseret Industries is that you help our associates get ready to go back to school, too. Many people come to work at Deseret Industries when they need some help to get on the career path of their dreams. We help associates get the training and certification they need, and this sometimes includes going back to school. Shopping at DI not only helps you and your kids get ready for back to school but it helps our associates get ready for back to school, too!