If you haven’t already started shopping for the new school year, you’ll have to start soon. Traditionally, that means you need to load up on classic supplies like pens, glue sticks, markers, binders ...

As August edges into September, millions of students across the United States begin the annual pilgrimage back to classrooms—some with excitement, others with anxiety, and many with a bit of both.

Back-to-school season has arrived, prompting families to prepare for the upcoming academic year. Retailers are offering various deals on school supplies, clothing, dorm essentials, and technology.