TikTok moms hack tariffs with $200 back-to-school budgets — ‘No idea if this is possible’

TikTok moms hack tariffs with 0 back-to-school budgets — ‘No idea if this is possible’

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Grace Waterman is among millions of TikTok moms budgeting ahead of the school year. Many have shared their back-to-school hauls on social media, setting tight budgets to limit overspending, and … Read more

Should parents pay for classroom supplies? Ticked-off teacher sparks back-to-school debate: ‘Crying over crayons’

Should parents pay for classroom supplies? Ticked-off teacher sparks back-to-school debate: ‘Crying over crayons’

This teacher’s ticked. An enraged educator is calling out her students’ penny-pinching parents over their refusal to chip for a few additional back-to-school supplies the school district allegedly can’t afford — adding fresh fuel to the ongoing debate over who pays for what in public education. “Just so we’re clear, I’m expected to take a bullet for … Read more

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reunite at back-to-school event with kids — but divorce is still on: report

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reunite at back-to-school event with kids — but divorce is still on: report

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are keeping it real for the kids.  The estranged couple came together to attend their kids’ back-to-school night on Tuesday, according to TMZ.  Lopez, 55, and Affleck, 52, were allegedly spotted “making their way” to the event at a Los Angeles-area school where their kids are enrolled. Affleck has three … Read more

Gen Alpha’s retro back-to-school shopping lists shock Millennials with new ‘status symbols’

Gen Alpha’s retro back-to-school shopping lists shock Millennials with new ‘status symbols’

Back to school — and back to the future. Millennials are getting déjà vu looking at the retro school items that Gen Alpha is adding to shopping lists as they return to the classroom. This year, young students are bringing back classic school supplies that the older generation onced loved, according to Axios. The iconic … Read more

Exclusive | Gen Alpha boys are dropping hundreds on designer cologne for back-to-school: ‘He’s obsessed with smelling good’

Exclusive | Gen Alpha boys are dropping hundreds on designer cologne for back-to-school: ‘He’s obsessed with smelling good’

To some kids, the thought of going back to school next week stinks. But not Dean Scarangello.  To the 12-year-old Staten Islander, nicknamed the “cologne kid” by his fellow Little Leaguers, the new academic year is heaven scent.  “Azzaro Wanted Eau de Toilette,” the incoming seventh grader told The Post. “Definitely.” Scarangello was nicknamed the “cologne kid” … Read more

Parents are overwhelmed by back-to-school prep — and they’ll spend a lot of money on it: report

Parents are overwhelmed by back-to-school prep — and they’ll spend a lot of money on it: report

Back-to-school can be an exciting time, but preparing kids for a return to the classroom requires a lot of time — and money — from parents. According to a new survey, moms and dads are increasingly worried about many aspects of back-to-school season — from ensuring that school requirements are met, affecting 49% of parents, … Read more

Wendy’s is giving out free kids’ meals for the back-to-school season

Wendy’s is giving out free kids’ meals for the back-to-school season

Back-to-school season is hectic enough — that’s why dinner is on Wendy’s. The fast-food company is honoring classes going back in session by offering a free kids’ meal with the purchase of any premium combo meal. Wendy’s is offering a free kids’ meal with the purchase of any premium combo meal. Bloomberg via Getty Images … Read more

I’m a neuropsychologist — here are 3 ways to ease back-to-school anxiety

I’m a neuropsychologist — here are 3 ways to ease back-to-school anxiety

Summer is nearly over — them’s the breaks. To ease you into the new school year, a pediatric neuropsychologist is sharing the three things that should be top of mind for parents. Jennifer Katzenstein — director of psychology, neuropsychology and social work at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL — wants caregivers … Read more

Hey, parents! Here’s how you can make back-to-school ‘magical’ for your kids

Hey, parents! Here’s how you can make back-to-school ‘magical’ for your kids

More than four in five parents are working to make the back-to-school season “magical” for their elementary school kids, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 parents with children aged 6-12 found 86% are trying to bring the “magic” back to school and, for many, their goal is getting their child excited about returning … Read more

Tween brand, Justice, makes a comeback for back-to-school at Walmart

Tween brand, Justice, makes a comeback for back-to-school at Walmart

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. If you were around during Abercrombie’s Golden Era, you also probably remember Justice. Back in the day the “Just For Girls” stores were landmines for all things tween, filled with tie-dye sets, rainbow leggings, sequin-studded bags, plaid skirts, … Read more

Moms are getting back-to-school Botox, fillers so they don’t look ‘worn out’ in the pick-up line

Moms are getting back-to-school Botox, fillers so they don’t look ‘worn out’ in the pick-up line

Mom of two Jacqueline Weakley just feels “better” with Botox. “I’m one of the older moms, comparatively speaking, to some of the other parents at pick up,” the Long Islander, 37, told The Post. “So it kind of just makes me feel a little bit better having it done.” Refreshing her injectables is part of … Read more

Parents and teachers have this emotion in common about back-to-school: poll

Parents and teachers have this emotion in common about back-to-school: poll

What’s the first thing you think about when waking up in the morning? For a third of parents, it’s this: “I have so much to do today.”  That’s according to a recent survey of 1,500 parents of school-aged kids and 500 teachers – 97% of whom are parents of school-aged children themselves, and more than … Read more

The 31 best back-to-school backpacks for students of all ages in 2023

The 31 best back-to-school backpacks for students of all ages in 2023

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Roll up your beach towel and put away the cute swimsuits. The bell is ringing and it’s time to head back to school for the fall season! While everyone may not be excited to bring out the school … Read more