Great deals, hefty discounts to be had in back-to-school sales

With September around the corner and another school year about to start, the demand for low-priced and discounted school supplies and other students’ needs continues to rise.

The tough economy has particularly made back-to-school promotions attractive for parents who want to arm their kids with everything they’ll need for the new school year without breaking the bank.

Saipan Tribune rounds up a list of businesses that are offering deals that are easy on the pocket, whether you’re buying school bags, notebooks, or school outfits.

Modern Stationery: Serving the community for over three decades, Modern Stationery & Trading Co.’s back-to-school sale this year is a huge 30-percent discount on all regular-priced items. Calculators, Kingston flash drives, laptop bags, lunch bags, and school bags have an extra 10-percent discount from its sale price. Diskettes are on sale at 50 percent markdown.

Modern Stationery, which guarantees the lowest prices on island, has two branches to serve customers. For more information, call the main branch in San Jose at 234-6832 or the Garapan location at 233-8900.

National Office Supply: Savings are guaranteed at National Office Supply, your back-to-school one-stop-shop. The supplies and furniture store offers an enormous discount of 30 percent on all regular priced items. For more information, visit National Office Supply along Beach Road in Garapan or call 234-3197 to 99.

Bali Fashions: Don’t miss your chance to shop at Bali Fashions where they have a Back-to-School Special Crazy Sale. All items, except for games and electronics, are priced $19.99 or below. Additional discounts available if shoppers buy two or more items.

Visit the store where quality is a top priority. Bali Fashions is located along Middle Road in Gualo Rai. Government checks and credit cards accepted.

Fashion Clicks: There’s no better time to change wardrobe than the start of a new school year. Get the latest in fashion at Fashion Clicks Boutique located at the Island Apparel Bldg. in Lower Base.

Except for Renee Salud designer clothes, all merchandise have 20- to 30-percent discounta. Plus sizes are available. Visit the store from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm and on Saturday from 12nn to 5pm. For information, call 288-3441/2/3.

Pena House and Iridescent Boutiques: Want to be a fashionista? Take advantage of Pena House and Iridescent Boutiques’ back-to-school sale. Avail of 30- to 50-percent discount on store items. They have the tops, dresses, pants, sandals, bags, and accessories you need.

Visit Pena House Boutique in Chalan Kanoa and Iridescent Boutique at the Hafa Adai Shopping Center in Garapan. For inquiries, call 235-7270 (CK) or 233-6886 (Garapan).

Roshi’s: For your clothing needs, stop by Roshi’s where they can help you get back to school in style. You will find cool shirts and nice backpacks priced at $10 or below.

Located along Beach Road in Oleai, Roshi’s is open Monday to Saturday from 9:30am to 9:30pm and on Sunday from 10am to 8:30pm. Major credit cards and government checks are accepted.