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One thing that always hits the teacher's budget is "school clothes." I bargain shop. Last night, I bought a really nice skirt for $5 (was $44!!!) and two nice type t-shirts to go with it. They were $6 each... yes, the t-shirts cost more than the skirt. JCPenny's is having one rocking sale at the moment. I've also gotten great bargains at Christopher and Banks - we call it the "teacher store" because they sell A LOT of thematic sweaters with all sorts of crap sewn on. All seasonally appropriate. If you teach elementary school and haven't been in, you are crazy! Check the clearance rack. I've found slacks for $3/pair and sweaters for $5 (normally $50). I've heard good things about Nordstrom Rack, but there isn't one anywhere near me. FWIW, Gap Kids clearance rack has shocking bargains as well.

The one place I don't shop are discount stores (KMart, Wal-Mart, ShopKo). Although the clothing is cheaper on an average day, I've found that it doesn't wear as well, last as long or is classic enough. As a high school teacher, the last thing I want to see in the classroom is a student wearing the same shirt I am. Yikes!

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