Back to School: Budgeting Tips for the Smart Student In this episode of the Cash Kid Podcast, the host discusses the financial challenges associated with going back to school. Key points include distinguishing between needs and wants, budgeting for school supplies and clothing, managing daily expenses like lunch, contributing to classroom supplies, and taking care of school property. The episode also highlights the importance of setting limits and making smart financial choices to help both students and their families. Listeners are encouraged to make lists before shopping, reuse items from previous years, look for sales, and be mindful of their spending. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:45 The True Cost of Going Back to School 02:04 Smart Back-to-School Shopping Tips 02:58 Budgeting for New Clothes and Shoes 04:12 Managing Lunch Expenses 05:43 Supporting Your Classroom and Teachers 07:09 Taking Care of School Property 07:49 Final Thoughts and Farewell