The new school year brings a familiar wave of expenses—tuition, fees, uniforms, shoes, and school supplies. These costs can add up fast. But getting everything you need for the season doesn’t have to break the bank. With a smart shopping strategy, your essential purchases can lead to real savings.
SMAC makes it easier for budget-conscious shoppers to stretch their school budget further. By using your SMAC at SM Store and other SM Retail partners, every mall trip becomes an opportunity to get more value from your spending.
Here are four practical tips to help you master your back-to-school shopping this year:
1. Shop in bundles
Make shopping simpler by choosing bundled essentials. At SM Stationery, you’ll find ready-made sets of notebooks, pens, pencils, and markers that help you tick off your list in one go. It’s an easy way to stock up for the school year—and maybe even beyond. For school tech needs, the gadget section also has useful picks such as calculators, earbuds, powerbanks, and other accessories that fit everyday student life.
2. Time your shopping with sales
Watch for seasonal promos, especially SM Store’s monthly 3-Day Sale. It’s the best time to buy big-ticket items suhc as school shoes, bags, uniforms, or even portable Wi-Fi devices. SMAC members enjoy an extra 10% off, while SMAC Prestige members get early access.
3. Earn points on every purchase
Every purchase at SM Retail partners—whether it’s baon from SM Markets or school gear from SM Store—lets you earn SMAC points. These quickly add up and can be used for future shopping needs, so don’t forget to tap your SMAC every time.
4. Pay with points to offset costs
When you’re ready, use your SMAC Points like cash. With 1 point = 1 peso, you can pay for purchases at SM Store, SM Markets, and select partners. It’s an easy way to lower your total bill at checkout.
Not yet a member? Get your SMAC for only P200 (5-year membership). Link it to the SMAC&SHOP app to maximize rewards and unlock more perks.
