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In a Deloitte Charlotte 2025 Back-to-School Retail Survey, local K–12 parents plan to maintain their back-to-school spending despite ongoing economic concerns. This year, Charlotte families expect to spend an average of $756 per child, nearly unchanged from the $758 they planned in 2024. According to WCCB, the steady spending suggests that while families remain cautious about the economy, they’re still prioritizing school-related expenses. The survey highlights how local parents are balancing budget pressures with the need to prepare their children for the upcoming school year.

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