There are 264 million children around the world who do not attend school. Some of these children have been displaced by conflicts and disasters, while others are excluded because of poverty, disability, and discrimination. For these children, access to appropriate educational supplies is more of a challenge. The needs for educational supplies vary based on the situation, including the location and exercise books the type of schooling being provided. If your child is experiencing a traumatic event, the supplies they need may be different than those of other children.

There are several ways to ensure that your classroom is stocked with all of the educational supplies you need. Teachers can find many types of supplies at Staples, from paper products to writing utensils to classroom furniture. While education is a lifelong process, it does not have to end once a student is in school. In addition to classroom supplies, some types of educational supplies are used in businesses, like reusable writing surfaces for brainstorming and visualizing.

If you can afford it, consider supporting local public school teachers who raise funds for classroom supplies. If your child attends Wilmot Elementary school supplies, for example, the PTO will use the funds to purchase supplies for educational supplies the students. They will also organize fundraisers throughout the year, such as Market Day, where students can purchase items from a catalog. Public school teachers can also post their classroom technology wish lists on DonorsChoose, a nonprofit website where donors can donate to a specific school.