K-12 Back-to-School Costs Increase as Much as 6 Percent, According to Huntington Bank’s 2012 Backpack Index

Huntington Bank's 2012 Huntington Backpack Index details the often overlooked costs represented by classroom supply lists, extracurricular activity equipment and school fees. (Graphic: Business Wire)

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Huntington Bank's 2012 Huntington Backpack Index details the often overlooked costs represented by classroom supply lists, extracurricular activity equipment and school fees. (Graphic: Business Wire)

Costs for classroom and extracurricular school supplies and fees continued to climb at all grade levels this year, according to the 2012 Huntington Backpack Index issued by Huntington Bank. (Graphic: Business Wire)