My teens request the Better View Binders. There friends do as well. These binders last the entire school year. I like them much better than the Avery binders which tend to split. It is a great value because they hold up to the abuse of my teens. I also save money on these binders by taking advantages of Staples binder recycle program. Although still in great shape I recycle the old for new at the beginning of the school year -- my children love me for this. This year I also used my 30% off binder coupon and obtained the $2 credit for the for recycling. Yeah! Love you Staples.
My daughter had one of these last year that lasted the entire semester as opposed to 5-6 others that came apart. not that she studies or takes notes but blames damage on too small lockers. However she crams binders into her backpack + brings them home daily takes them out (I guess to air them as there is no studying going on) + back to school. We bought more this year!
We have bought this binder for the last 4 years (one per year). Depending on how much it is used it will almost make it to the end of the school year. My daughter had to carry this (along with other supplies/books) to every class. It does better than other binders. Eventually we have to duct tape it but not a big deal since many other kids' binders usually fall apart by Christmas.
I love this binder I use it all the time for everything from organizing recipes my lesson plan book and filing bank papers. It really is durable and lasts a long time.