New Initiative Demonstrates Innovation,
Problem-Solving and Entrepreneurship
A colorful all-in-one writing instrument with interchangeable
writing tips. A portable desk that lets students work anywhere. A
floating locker shelf that maximizes and stylizes lockers. These
are a few of the innovative products designed by students for
students as part of the unique Designed by Students education
initiative.
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Students present their school supplies
from Staples’ first-ever “Designed by Students” program, which gave
students a chance to create and design school products that solve
real-life problems, are displayed at The Ron Clark Academy,
Thursday, June 11, 2015, in Atlanta. (Photo by John Amis/Invision
for Staples/AP Images)
Staples will introduce the new school supplies in stores
nationwide and at Staples.com starting on June 28. Teams of middle
school students collaborated as part of Staples’ unique Designed by
Students education initiative to create products that solve school
supply needs.
“Staples is empowering students to make more happen through
research, collaboration and entrepreneurial thinking,” said Scott
Young, senior vice president of product and business development,
Staples. “The first Designed by Students program gave students the
opportunity to collaborate and solve real-life problems. Students
were able to see how their ideas and creativity transformed into
innovative new products.”
The program provides an original, educational experience to
students, with a curriculum designed to foster creative thinking
and teach students about designing innovative products.
Participating students defined the issues students’ face,
researched products in the category, brainstormed to identify
possible product solutions, built prototypes and pitched a final
concept.
The Designed by Students products include exclusive folders,
pencil pouches, backpacks, lunch bags, locker shelves and portable
desks that all feature multiple uses. Available in multiple color
combinations utilizing hot tones of grey, neon green, purple, pink,
red, and blue, the Staples Designed by Students product line
features:
The Big Pen: This colorful all-in-one writing instrument
and pencil case features interchangeable writing tips, zipper
pocket for small accessories, a built-in pencil sharpener and
extra-large eraser. ($8.99)
Big Props Pencil Case: A pencil case in eye-catching
color combos, this pencil case not only stores multiple writing
instruments and accessories, but also props up most phones, small
books and mini-tablets. ($7.99)
Super Folder: The ultimate folder for getting super
organized! Available in super color-combinations, this
multi-purpose folder includes storage areas, a zipper pouch, clear
pockets for class schedules, a pencil sharpener, sticky notes and a
writing pad. ($12.99)
Portable Desk: Do classwork anytime, anywhere with this
colorful portable desk with a smooth writing surface. Desk also
includes interior compartments for notebook and pencil storage and
has a side slot for headphones and power cords. ($39.99)
Tray Desk: Create a simple workspace with the Tray Desk
featuring an interior base that doubles as a dry erase board and
smooth writing surface. The Tray Desk includes inside mesh pockets
for writing essentials and a horizontal pocket to hold papers in
place. ($29.99)
The Bag: Make taking lunch to school a cinch with The Bag
which includes a fork and spoon combo in a hidden compartment
handle. Colorful and made of dishwasher safe silicon material, it
folds flat for convenient storage ($12.99)
Accordion Bag: Get a backpack that flexes with your
ever-changing schedule. The Accordion Bag, available in popular
color combos, expands and shrinks when you need it and has plenty
of pockets to keep everything organized. It includes two padded
compartments for tech devices up to 15”, multiple pockets for
accessory storage and a water bottle. Secondary compartments with
organization pockets are included with key clips and expanded
gusset for extra storage. ($45.99)
Back2Back School Bag: Tote school essentials in this
square-shaped school bag that provides wider storage space, water
bottle pockets, and a breathable and detachable compartment for
additional storage. Available in several color combinations, this
bag also includes two compartments for tech devices up to 15”.
($52.99)
Floating Locker Shelves: Add a pop of color and maximize
locker space! The Floating Locker Shelves in reversible hot color
combos create four triangular sections for storing school
essentials. ($12.99)
For media information, please visit www.staples.com/btspr.
About Staples
Staples makes it easy to make more happen with more products and
more ways to shop. Through its world-class retail, online and
delivery capabilities, Staples lets customers shop however and
whenever they want, whether it’s in-store, online or on mobile
devices. Staples offers more products than ever, such as
technology, facilities and break room supplies, furniture, safety
supplies, medical supplies, and Copy and Print services. Staples
also offers free shipping for Staples Rewards Members, in most
cases overnight. Headquartered outside of Boston, Staples operates
in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New
Zealand. More information about Staples (SPLS) is available at
www.staples.com.
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