What, in your opinion, is the best type of bag for a freshman?

Question

I'm starting hs this year and don't know yet what type of bag I want to purchase. I already have a backback, but I was wondering if I should just carry that around all day, or buy a tote bag and carry that around with my books in it (my personal favorite), or use my backpack to and from school but a tote in school? Lollll...help?! ;]

Answer 1

Good thoughts on what you'll be carrying during the day. At my high school, we had two buildings across the campus, so if you had classes in both but had to cross the bridge between the buildings, you really needed to bring books for all three classes with you.

If you're able to carry just one book at a time and go to your locker after each class, do so. Otherwise, find a bag that's comfortable. You may wish to think about a courier bag that slings over one shoulder. This isn't as rough on the back as a typical backpack, and I think they're in style now (I'm in my 30's - I have no idea what high schoolers like these days).

PS - I found some decent sales on courier bags at the outlet stores. Last year's models, but they're $15 when the bags are generally $60 new. But get something that's sturdy!

Answer 2

i recommend a backpack. It is a lot easier to carry all your stuff. And don't worry, the majority of high school students have backpacks, as there main book transportation. They are better for your back, and stuff like that. so i recommend a backpack.

Answer 3

Don't get one that goes over one shoulder, like a purse or tote.  Your back will begin to kill!  Definitly buy one with straps that go over both shoulders and on your back.  Also, get one that's big enough to hold several notebooks.  The brand doesn't matter - no one pays attention to it.

Answer 4

A back-pack is easier.

Theres a lot more books to carry in High School.

Answer 5

i like the little dakine  backpacks if you use lockers. Buuttt as far as like books and stuff, i prefer the totes.

i used them LOTS. PacSun, Hollister, Abercrombie, Aeropostale, and a lot of other stores have some really cute ones. My favorite is PacSun they have sooo many

Answer 6

Ok i'm also starting high school but was taking some high school classes in middle school. THE BOOKS ARE HEAVY TO CARRY AROUND ALL DAY!!! Definetly get a bag to carry around. But i know at my school dont allow it cuz people have guns and drugs and other stuff. But if your school allows it by all means do it!

Answer 7

Depends on how much you are willing to carry.  My locker has never been close to my classes, so I have always had to carry all of my folders and notebooks around all day. I would like to carry a tote bag, but it hurts my back and shoulder.  My backpack offers more support.  It may not seem as fashionable, but a backpack is always a great way to go. But far be it for me to tell you not to walk around all day with a sore shoulder.