I've been covering back to school sales for 18 years, so you can consider me your back to school shopping assistant. I've vetted the best deals at retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy to bring you the best sales on the items the Tom's Guide staff have tested and reviewed.

Now through Aug. 2, you save up to 76% during Target's Back-To-School Sale. With hundreds of items on sale, we found the best deals on backpacks, sneakers and more.

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.

Families got a head start on back-to-school shopping with the School District of Philadelphia's 5th Annual Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour on Monday.​

Back-to-school bills piling up before the first bell? Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa talks to an expert about how a few smart swaps and early planning can ease the financial stress.

While families are planning to spend less on back-to-school shopping this year, the National Retail Federation predicts consumers will spend a total of $39.4 billion this year compared to $38.8 billion last year.

Palm Beach County students return to school Aug.11. Where can families in need obtain free school supplies? Here is a list of back-to-school events.

Dr. Sandra McKay shares key checkup tips, vaccine guidance, and advice for busy parents preparing kids for back-to-school health visits.