School Supply Lists
School supply lists for the 2026-2027 school year are listed below...
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
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Elementary students should bring the supplies listed for their school and grade level shown below. Frequently used supplies may need to be replenished throughout the year.
- Academy of Blended Learning (ABLE)
- Bester Elementary*
- Boonsboro Elementary
- Cascade Elementary
- Clear Spring Elementary
- Eastern Elementary*
- Enhanced Programs at Funkstown
- Emma K. Doub Elementary
- Fountaindale Elementary
- Fountain Rock Elementary
- Greenbrier Elementary
- Hancock Elementary
- Hickory Elementary*
- Jonathan Hager Elementary*
- Lincolnshire Elementary*
- Maugansville Elementary
- Old Forge Elementary
- Pangborn Elementary*
- Paramount Elementary
- Pleasant Valley Elementary
- Potomac Heights Elementary
- Rockland Woods Elementary
- Ruth Ann Monroe Primary*
- Sharpsburg Elementary
- Smithsburg Elementary
- Thomas J. Garner Elementary*
- Williamsport Elementary
Academy of Blended Learning (ABLE)
First Grade
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Pencils (at least 24 for the year)
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1 box of crayons (24-count)
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Colored pencils
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Child-safe scissors
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4 glue sticks
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Post-it® Notes
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Erasers
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1 pencil sharpener
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1 highlighter
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1 dry-erase whiteboard (10 × 12 inches)
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3–4 dry-erase markers
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1 small sock or eraser for wiping the whiteboard
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2 journals or writing notebooks
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Headphones
Second Grade
Third Grade
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2 100-page notebooks
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2 pocket folders
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1 glue stick
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1 package of 3 × 3-inch Post-it® Notes
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1 box of colored pencils or 1 box of crayons (24-count)
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1 pair of scissors
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Large pencil erasers
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1 whiteboard
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Black low-odor dry-erase markers
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2 highlighters in different colors
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1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones with a built-in microphone
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1 soprano recorder with Baroque fingering
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1 standard 12-inch plastic ruler with inches and centimeters
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1 box, bag or container for storing all ABLE materials throughout the year
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50 sheets of blank printer paper
- Recorder
Fourth Grade
Fifth Grade
ABLE Art Class
Bester Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Boonsboro Elementary
Pre-K
PRE-K
STEP class listed separately.
- 1 pack of black Expo dry-erase markers (2-count)
- 4 boxes of crayons (24-count)
- 1 box of Ticonderoga pencils
- 1 pack of small glue sticks (4-count)
- 4 containers of Play-Doh (4 oz. each)
- 1 red three-prong folder
- 1 full-size backpack
- 1 extra set of clothes
- Rest-time items: 1 small pillow and blanket or 1 nap mat
OPTIONAL:
- 1 pack of My First Ticonderoga pencils (4-count)
- Tissues
- Clorox wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Baby wipes
- Plastic storage bags in snack, sandwich, quart or gallon size
STEP PRE-K/K
- 1 large, full-size backpack
- 1 pack of black Expo dry-erase markers (2-count)
- 4 boxes of crayons
- 1 pack of glue sticks (4-count)
- 4 containers of Play-Doh (4 oz. each)
- 1 three-prong folder
- Rest-time items: 1 small pillow and blanket or 1 nap mat
- Baby wipes
- 1 change of clothes
- 1 reusable water bottle
OPTIONAL:
- 1 pack of My First Ticonderoga pencils (4-count)
- Tissues
- Clorox wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Plastic storage bags in snack, sandwich, quart or gallon size
Kindergarten
- 1 large backpack to bring on the first day of school and every day
- 4 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 3 glue sticks
- 12 sharpened yellow No. 2 pencils
- 4 black fine-tip low-odor Expo dry-erase markers (no colored markers)
- 1 1-inch binder
- 1 plastic pencil box (approximately 8 × 4.4 inches; no zippered pouches)
- 2 containers of Play-Doh
- 1 reusable water bottle
OPTIONAL CLASSROOM SUPPLIES:
- Ziploc bags in snack, sandwich or gallon size (no stand-and-fill bags)
- 1 box of tissues
- 1 pack of baby wipes
Please do not label supplies other than the backpack. Contact the school if your family needs assistance obtaining required supplies.
First Grade
- 1 large backpack without wheels
- 1 composition book (Hayes’ class only)
- 4 boxes of crayons (24-count; standard colors)
- 2 packs of sharpened yellow No. 2 pencils (12-count; Ticonderoga preferred)
- 2 pink erasers
- 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors
- 1 red two-pocket folder without prongs
- 3 boxes of tissues (200-count), including 1 box for music
- 1 pack of black fine-tip low-odor Expo dry-erase markers (4-count; Hayes’ class only)
- 1 plastic pencil box
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 bottle of hand sanitizer (8 oz. or larger)
- 1 pack of baby wipes for art
OPTIONAL:
- 1 box of Ziploc bags in sandwich, snack or gallon size
- 1 container of Clorox or Lysol wipes
Second Grade
- 2 packs of black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers (4-count)
- 2 boxes of sharpened yellow No. 2 Ticonderoga pencils
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
One box will be used during the first half of the year and the other during the second half. - 1 box of Crayola Classic Colors fine-line washable markers (10-count)
- 3 packs of small glue sticks
- 1 folder in any color or design
- 1 1-inch binder in any color
- 1 pack of sheet protectors (25-count)
- 1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 2 highlighters in different colors
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 hard plastic pencil box
- 1 refillable plastic water bottle labeled with the student’s name
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Clorox wipes
- Baby wipes
- Sealable plastic bags in sandwich, quart or gallon size
Third Grade
- 1 supply box large enough to hold pencils, colored pencils, scissors and glue sticks
- 1 one-subject spiral notebook
- 1 composition notebook
- 2 pocket folders in any color or design
- Large pink erasers
- 1 pair of scissors
- Colored pencils
- At least 6 black Expo dry-erase markers
- 4 glue sticks
- 2 large packs of sharpened pencils
- 1 recorder for music class
- 1 pair of durable corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
MAGNET ONLY:
- Post-it® Notes
- Sharpie or other permanent markers
- Yellow highlighters; other colors may be used for personal supplies
SUGGESTED:
- 1 handheld pencil sharpener
- 1 pouch for B-Buck storage
OPTIONAL:
- Tissues
- Cleaning wipes
- Gallon- and quart-size Ziploc bags
Fourth Grade
- 1 spiral notebook
- Pencils
- Pencil-cap or block erasers
- 2 packs of dry-erase markers in black or assorted colors
- Crayons and/or colored pencils
- 1 pair of scissors
- Glue sticks
- 1 pencil pouch or crayon box for daily supplies
- 3 packs of Post-it® Notes
- 1 two-pocket folder
- 1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
GRADE 4 MAGNET
- 2 spiral notebooks
- 1 supply pouch (no pencil boxes)
- 1 pack of dry-erase markers
- 3 packs of Post-it® Notes
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 two-pocket folder in any color or design
- 2 packs of notebook paper
- 1 pair of durable corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of Elmer’s glue sticks
- 1 large pack of pencils
- 1 pack of crayons or colored pencils
- Large pink erasers and/or pencil-cap erasers
OPTIONAL FOR ALL GRADE 4 CLASSES:
- Tissues
- Cleaning wipes
- Hand sanitizer
Fifth Grade
- 1 pair of wired headphones to remain at school (no Bluetooth)
- 1 stylus pen
- 1 pencil pouch or case
- 3 packs of sharpened No. 2 pencils
- 2 highlighters
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 6 packs of black dry-erase markers
- 1 pair of scissors
- 2 packs of Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
OPTIONAL:
- Soft tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
- Large and small Ziploc bags
GRADE 5 MAGNET
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones to remain at school (no Bluetooth)
- 4 composition notebooks
- 1 pencil pouch or case
- 2 packs of sharpened No. 2 pencils
- 2 highlighters
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 2 packs of black dry-erase markers
- Colored pens
- 1 pair of scissors
- 4 packs of Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
- 1 two-pocket folder in any color
OPTIONAL:
- Soft tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
Cascade Elementary
Clear Spring Elementary
Eastern Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Enhanced Programs at Funkstown
Emma K. Doub Elementary
All students should bring a backpack and reusable water bottle, both clearly labeled with the student’s name. Optional: Families may also send in boxes of tissues for use in any grade.
Fountaindale Elementary
Pre-K
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 1 pack of Crayola washable markers
- 1 Crayola watercolor paint set
- 1 pocket folder with center prongs
- 1 pack of glue sticks
- 1 pack of black Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 plastic pencil box
- Play-Doh
- 1 small blanket and pillow for rest time
- 1 complete change of clothes, including pants, shirt, socks and underwear, with all items labeled
- 1 spillproof reusable water bottle
Kindergarten
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)*
- 1 pack of Crayola washable markers*
- 3 packs of black dry-erase markers (6-count)*
- 1 pack of pencils*
- 1 pair of Fiskars blunt-tip scissors*
- 1 box of gallon-size bags and 1 box of sandwich-size bags*
- 2 large erasers*
- 4 containers of Play-Doh in any color*
- 1 pencil box*
- 2 glue sticks*
- Post-it® Notes*
- 1 pair of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name (no Bluetooth or earbuds)
- 1 reusable water bottle
- 1 complete change of clothes with all items labeled
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
First Grade
- 6 black dry-erase markers*
- 2 packs of sharpened Ticonderoga pencils (24-count)*
- 1 box of Crayola crayons (24-count)*
- 2 packs of Crayola markers (10-count)*
- 2 packs of colored pencils*
- 3 packs of large erasers*
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors*
- 4 glue sticks*
- 3 composition notebooks labeled with the student’s name
- 2 plastic folders labeled with the student’s name
- 2 pairs of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name (no Bluetooth)
- 2 pencil boxes or zippered pouches labeled with the student’s name
- 1 reusable water bottle labeled with the student’s name
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
Second Grade
- 24 pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils*
- 1 pack of large erasers*
- 2 glue sticks*
- 6 black dry-erase markers*
- 1 box of crayons (24-count)
- 1 pack of markers
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 2 highlighters
- 2 pocket folders without prongs
- 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors
- 2 zippered pencil pouches
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds; replace as needed; headphones will not be shared)
- 1 reusable water bottle
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
GRADE 2 MAGNET
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24 No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)*
- 2 pink erasers*
- 2 two-pocket folders without prongs
- 2 one-subject spiral notebooks: 1 red and 1 green
- 1 composition book
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds)
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 1 pair of scissors
- 4 black Expo dry-erase markers*
- 4 glue sticks*
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
Please choose a slim pouch rather than a bulky one because classroom storage space is limited. - 1 reusable water bottle
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
Third Grade
- 3 packs of No. 2 pencils (12-count)*
- 1 pack of Crayola markers (10-count)*
- 2 packs of black Expo dry-erase markers (4-count)*
- 3 spiral notebooks
- 1 pack of glue sticks*
- 1 pair of scissors*
- 1 pack of highlighters*
- 2 two-pocket folders without prongs
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 2 large erasers*
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
GRADE 3 MAGNET
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24 No. 2 Ticonderoga pencils*
- 4 black fine-tip dry-erase markers*
- 4 glue sticks*
- 2 packs of yellow Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)*
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers*
- 3 two-pocket folders without prongs in different colors
- 2 one-subject spiral notebooks in different colors
- 2 composition books
- 1 1-inch binder with pockets
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 reusable water bottle
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
Fourth Grade
- 2 folders
- 3 spiral notebooks
- 1 pack of No. 2 pencils (24-count)*
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of colored markers
- 10 black dry-erase markers*
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder for band or orchestra
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
MAGNET
- 4 composition books, including 1 with grid paper
- 3 folders with or without prongs
- 24 pre-sharpened pencils*
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers or 4 large pink erasers*
- 1 pair of scissors
- 8 or more black dry-erase markers*
- 1 pack of glue sticks (4-count)*
- 1 pack of highlighters (4-count)*
- 1 pack of crayons or colored pencils
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones for personal use (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of Crayola markers, broad- or fine-tip*
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 3 packs of Post-it® Notes*
- 1 reusable water bottle
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder for band or orchestra
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
APPRECIATED CLASSROOM DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
Fifth Grade
- 4 folders
- 4 composition notebooks
- 24 No. 2 pencils
- 2 packs of black Expo dry-erase markers (5-count)
- 1 pack of large or pencil-cap erasers
- 1 pack of markers
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 1 pencil box
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder for band or orchestra
MAGNET
- 4 composition books, including 1 with grid paper
- 3 folders with or without prongs
- 24 pre-sharpened pencils*
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers or 4 large pink erasers*
- 1 pair of scissors
- 8 or more black dry-erase markers*
- 1 pack of glue sticks (4-count)*
- 1 pack of highlighters (4-count)*
- 1 pack of crayons or colored pencils
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones for personal use (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of Crayola markers, broad- or fine-tip*
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 3 packs of Post-it® Notes*
- 1 reusable water bottle
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder for band or orchestra
*These are shared supplies and do not need to be labeled.
APPRECIATED CLASSROOM DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
STEP
- 3 packs of jumbo glue sticks
- 3 packs of construction paper
- 1 pack of jumbo Crayola markers
- 1 change of clothes, including pants, shirt and socks
- Baby wipes
- Pull-ups
SNACK DONATIONS:
Snack donations are greatly appreciated, including:
- Goldfish crackers
- Graham crackers
- Ritz crackers
- Welch’s fruit snacks
- Pretzels
- Kettle corn or popcorn
- Cheez-It crackers
Fountain Rock Elementary
Pre-K
- 1 pair of Fiskars scissors
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 8 Elmer’s glue sticks
- 4 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 plastic pencil box
- 1 pack of pre-sharpened pencils (4-count)
- 1 box of tissues
- 4 containers of Play-Doh (3 oz.; any colors)
- 1 container of Clorox wipes
- 1 complete change of clothes, including socks and underwear, in a gallon-size Ziploc bag
- 1 backpack without wheels
- 1 small blanket for rest time
The blanket will be sent home for washing. - 1 flip-top, straw-release water bottle
- Girls: 1 box of gallon-size bags
- Boys: 1 box of sandwich-size bags
OPTIONAL:
- 1 pack of clear heavyweight sheet protectors
- Snack-size bags
Kindergarten
- 1 book bag without wheels
- 1 pack of Play-Doh for use throughout the school year
- 1 large zippered pencil pouch made of vinyl or cloth (no plastic pouch)
- 1 box of thin crayons (16- or 24-count)
- 12 sharpened Ticonderoga pencils
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors labeled with the student’s name
- 6 jumbo Elmer’s unscented glue sticks
- 12 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 clean sock to use as a whiteboard eraser
- 1 black marble composition book
- 1 pair of wired headphones with a standard audio jack, labeled and placed in a plastic bag (no Bluetooth or earbuds)
- 2 boxes of tissues
- 1 change of clothes labeled in a plastic bag and placed in the student’s book bag
WISH-LIST ITEMS:
- White cardstock
- Hand sanitizer
Please bring your child’s supplies to the Back-to-School Open House. This will allow teachers to label and organize all materials before the first day of school.
First Grade
- 1 plastic pencil box labeled with the student’s name
- 48 sharpened pencils***
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 4 glue sticks
- 1 pair of scissors
- 4 boxes of tissues***
- 2 pairs of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds)
***Please do not label the pencils or tissues
– these items will be shared by the class
Second Grade
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds)
- 1 pencil box
- 3 boxes of tissues
- 2 packs of black fine-tip dry-erase markers (4-count)
- 1 box of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 1 box of Crayola colored pencils (24-count)
- 1 pack of pink erasers (3-count)
- 4 Elmer’s glue sticks
- 3 sturdy pocket folders: 1 red, 1 blue and 1 green
- 3 composition notebooks: 1 red, 1 blue and 1 green
- 3 boxes of No. 2 pencils (24-count; Ticonderoga preferred; no mechanical pencils)
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches or larger; lined)
- 2 highlighters
OPTIONAL:
- 1 tightly sealed water bottle
DONATIONS:
- Colored printer paper
- Cardstock in any color
- Snack-size Ziploc bags
- Baby wipes
Third Grade
- 1 plastic pencil box
- 1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
- 2 wide-ruled spiral notebooks: 1 blue and 1 yellow
- 2 sturdy plastic folders without tabs: 1 blue and 1 yellow
- 4 highlighters in assorted colors
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 3 pink Paper Mate erasers*
- 48 sharpened pencils*
- 12 black fine-tip dry-erase markers*
*Please do not label these items. They will be shared by the class.
DONATIONS:
- Clorox or Lysol wipes
- Tissues
Fourth Grade
- 1 pair of wired headphones labeled and placed inside a labeled bag (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pencil pouch
- 2 spiral notebooks
- 2 plastic folders
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 1 pack of highlighters
- 1 pack of sharpened colored pencils (12-count)
COMMUNITY SUPPLIES — DO NOT LABEL:
- 48 pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils
- 5 black dry-erase markers
- 3 Paper Mate erasers
DONATIONS:
- Hand sanitizer
- Tissues
Please Label All Items!
Fifth Grade
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pencil pouch
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 3 glue sticks
- 1 pack of multicolored highlighters
- 1 pack of sharpened colored pencils (24-count)
- 1 pack of dry-erase markers (3-count)
- 1 dry-erase eraser
- 1 large eraser
- 4 plastic three-prong pocket folders: 1 blue, 1 purple, 1 green and 1 color of your choice
COMMUNITY SUPPLIES — DO NOT LABEL:
- 48 pre-sharpened pencils (no mechanical pencils)
- 4 college-ruled composition notebooks
DONATIONS:
- Hand sanitizer
- 3 boxes of tissues
Greenbrier Elementary
Pre-K
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1 nap mat
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2 containers of Play-Doh
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1 plastic pencil box
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1 pack of washable markers
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4 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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2 large glue sticks
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1 large eraser
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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12 sharpened pencils
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4 black dry-erase markers
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1 blue and 1 green plastic pocket folder with prongs
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1 pack of plastic sheet protectors
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1 pack of Velcro dots
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2 yellow highlighters
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1 family photo (4×6 or 5×7 inches)
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1 washable watercolor paint set
Kindergarten
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2 two-pocket folders with prongs
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1 standard-size backpack
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1 pack of sharpened No. 2 pencils
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1 one-subject spiral notebook (standard-ruled)
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2 packs of glue sticks
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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3 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
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1 plastic pencil box
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8 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 pair of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name
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4 cans of Play-Doh
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1 pack of sheet protectors
Optional:
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Ziploc bags
-
Construction paper
First Grade
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3 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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24 sharpened No. 2 pencils
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3 plastic folders with prongs: 1 green, 1 yellow and 1 blue
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1 1-inch binder
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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8 glue sticks
-
1 plastic pencil box
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1 yellow highlighter
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1 pack of markers
-
1 pack of large pink erasers
-
8 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 pair of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name
Optional:
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Construction paper
-
Baggies:
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Girls: gallon-size
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Boys: quart-size
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Second Grade
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
-
24 sharpened No. 2 pencils
-
1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
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4 glue sticks
-
1 pack of markers
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
-
2 packs of black dry-erase markers
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2 one-subject spiral notebooks (wide-ruled only)
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1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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1 pair of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name
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1 zippered pencil pouch or pencil box (Beliveau’s class)
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1 zippered pencil pouch with binder holes (Plasterer’s class)
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1 1-inch binder (Plasterer’s class)
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2 plastic pocket folders: 1 green and 1 yellow
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1 black Sharpie
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1 pack of index cards (Beliveau’s class)
Optional:
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Construction paper
Please label all supplies in advance.
Third Grade
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1 backpack
-
1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
-
8 low-odor dry-erase markers
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24 sharpened No. 2 wooden pencils
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1 box of crayons (24-count)
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1 pair of Fiskars child-safe scissors
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3 large glue sticks or several small glue sticks
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2 plastic two-pocket folders
-
2 one-subject spiral notebooks (standard-ruled)
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1 large pink eraser
-
1 pencil box for classroom supplies
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1 yellow highlighter
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1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones
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1 sketchbook for art (9 × 12 inches)
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1 package of Post-it® Notes (lined, if possible)
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1 box of plastic storage bags in any size
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1 sturdy, leakproof water bottle
Fourth Grade
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1 book bag
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At least 12 sharpened No. 2 pencils
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3 black low-odor dry-erase markers
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1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds
-
1 pencil pouch or pencil box
-
1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
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1 pair of Fiskars child-safe scissors
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1 highlighter
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1 spiral notebook
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1 large pink eraser
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1 sketchbook for art (9 × 12 inches; at least 25 pages)
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3 glue sticks
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3 folders: 1 red, 1 blue and 1 green
Fifth Grade
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1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
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10–12 chisel-tip dry-erase markers
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2 highlighters in different colors
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12 sharpened No. 2 pencils
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0.7 mm red pencils
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2 large glue sticks
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1 pack of large pink erasers
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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2 one-subject notebooks (standard-ruled)
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2 packs of Post-it® Notes
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1 pencil pouch or pencil box for supplies
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1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones
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1 two-pocket folder in any color except green
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1 sketchbook for art (9×12 inches)
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1 box of gallon- or sandwich-size plastic storage bags
Hancock Elementary
Pre-K
Must-have items:
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1 backpack large enough to hold an 8½ × 11-inch folder
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4 black dry-erase markers
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1 pack of Magic Erasers
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1 pack of glue sticks
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2 cans of Play-Doh (4 oz. each)
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1 extra set of clothes, including a shirt, pants, underwear and socks, in a bag labeled with the child’s name
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1 small pillow and throw blanket or small sleeping bag
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1 bag for carrying the pillow and blanket
Optional but useful:
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1 or more boxes of tissues
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1 box of Ziploc bags in gallon, sandwich or snack size
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1 bottle of hand sanitizer
Kindergarten
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1 pack of pencils (12-count)
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6 small glue sticks
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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4 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 pencil box or pouch
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1 whiteboard eraser
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2 cans of Play-Doh
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1 box of Ziploc bags in sandwich or gallon size
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2 boxes of tissues
Optional donations:
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Hand sanitizer
-
Washable markers
First Grade
- 1 black-and-white sewn composition book
- 2 boxes of crayons (24-count; no glitter)
- 2 packs of pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils
- 2 packs of black dry-erase markers (at least 4-count)
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
- 1 pack of unscented glue sticks
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 1 pair of headphones for Chromebook use, labeled with the student’s name or stored in a labeled bag (over-the-head headphones are preferred because they do not become tangled as easily)
Optional:
- Boxes of tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Magic Erasers for cleaning whiteboards
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
A quick note: At the beginning of the school year, you can often find good prices on school supplies. Around December, students begin running out of items they use daily, including crayons, glue, pencils and erasers. Supplies will be shared as a class and distributed when needed. Please label only the crayons, headphones and notebooks.
Second Grade
Individual supplies
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1 plastic pencil box or zippered pouch
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 pack of jumbo glue sticks
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1 composition book with a sewn binding
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4 pocket folders without prongs in any color or pattern
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1 pair of wired headphones for Chromebook use (no Bluetooth)
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1 water bottle for daily use, labeled with the student’s name
Shared supplies
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1 pack of sharpened pencils (Ticonderoga preferred; no mechanical pencils)
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1 pack of pencil-top erasers or 1 large eraser
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1 pack of colored Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count or larger)
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4 or more dry-erase markers in black or assorted colors
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1 clipboard
Optional donations:
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Hand sanitizer
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Tissues
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Markers in broad- or fine-tip
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Fine-tip highlighters in yellow or assorted colors
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Extra pencils
Third Grade
Your child will need the following supplies for the school year:
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1 pencil box
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2 plastic folders in any color or design
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24 sharpened pencils (no plastic-wrapped pencils)
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1 composition notebook
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1 clipboard
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1–2 pads of Post-it® Notes in any color
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1 pack of colored pencils
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 zippered pouch for Cub Cash
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1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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1 pack of black dry-erase markers
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1 dry-erase eraser or old sock
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1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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1 water bottle for daily use
Optional but recommended classroom supplies:
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Tissues
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Paper or plastic cups for water-fountain use
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Ziploc bags in any size
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Extra pencils
Fourth Grade
- 1 pencil bag or box
- 36 pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred; no mechanical pencils)
- 1 box of crayons
- 1 box of colored pencils
- 2 highlighters for science
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 2 large erasers
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
- 3 pads of Post-it® Notes (3×3 inches)
- 2 sewn composition books (no spiral notebooks)
- 4 pocket folders: 1 blue and 3 in any color or design
- 1 pack of black dry-erase markers, preferably Expo
- 1 dry-erase eraser or old sock
- 1 zippered pouch for Cub Cash
- 1 pair of wired headphones for Chromebook use (no Bluetooth)
- 1 reusable water bottle for daily use
Optional supplies needed throughout the year:
- Ziploc bags in snack, sandwich or gallon size
- 1 box of tissues
- Hand sanitizer
Fifth Grade
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2 zippered pouches: 1 for supplies and 1 for Cub Cash
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3 plastic folders in any color or design
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24 sharpened pencils (no plastic-wrapped pencils)
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1 clipboard
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1–2 pads of Post-it® Notes in any color
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1 pack of colored pencils
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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1 pack of black dry-erase markers
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1 dry-erase eraser or old sock
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1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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1 water bottle for daily use
Optional but recommended supplies:
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Tissues
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Paper or plastic cups for water-fountain use
Hickory Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Jonathan Hager Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Lincolnshire Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Maugansville Elementary
- Pre-K
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- STEP Grades 1–2
- Connections
- Summit
Pre-K
- 1 box of Crayola crayons
- 2 full-size containers of Play-Doh
- 1 clear pencil box
- 1 child-size blanket that fits inside the backpack
- 1 regular-size backpack without wheels
Please do not send a small backpack.
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Crayola markers
- Disinfecting wipes
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
- Quart-size Ziploc bags
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
Kindergarten
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons
- 2 containers of Play-Doh
- 1 pack of jumbo or large glue sticks
Elmer’s preferred, but all brands are accepted. - 1 child-size blanket that fits inside the backpack
- 1 regular-size backpack without wheels
Please do not send a small backpack.
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
Never expected, but appreciated.
- Crayola markers
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Disinfecting wipes
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
- Quart-size Ziploc bags
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
First Grade
- 24 yellow No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
- 6 glue sticks (Elmer’s preferred)
- 2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
- 1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors (Fiskars preferred)
- 1 backpack without wheels
- 1 pencil box or zippered pouch for supplies
- 1 pack of index cards
- 1 pack of colored pencils
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Post-it® Notes
- 1 bottle of hand sanitizer (8 oz. or larger)
Second Grade
- 2 boxes of No. 2 pencils (24-count; Ticonderoga preferred)
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count only)
- 2 packs of Crayola colored pencils (12-count)
- 6 glue sticks
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 4 large pink erasers
- 1 large zippered pencil pouch (no hard cases)
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Post-it® Notes
- 1 bottle of hand sanitizer (8 oz. or larger)
Third Grade
- 2 boxes of No. 2 pencils (24-count; Ticonderoga preferred)
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 pack of colored pencils or crayons
- 4 wide-ruled one-subject spiral notebooks: 1 blue, 1 green, 1 red and 1 yellow
- 1 pack of multicolored highlighters
- 1 spiral-bound sketch pad and 1 Sharpie for art
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Sandwich- or gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Extra No. 2 pencils
- Extra colored pencils
- Extra dry-erase markers
- Glue sticks
- Post-it® Notes
- Tissues
Fourth Grade
- 2 boxes of No. 2 pencils (24-count; Ticonderoga preferred)
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 1 pack of colored pencils or crayons (no markers)
- 3 wide-ruled composition notebooks
- Highlighters in at least 3 colors
- 1 water bottle
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Disinfecting wipes
- Sandwich- and gallon-size plastic storage bags
- Post-it® Notes
- Extra glue sticks
Fifth Grade
- 24 No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
- 1 pencil pouch
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 pack of crayons or colored pencils
- 4 glue sticks
- 2 wide-ruled composition notebooks
- 3 highlighters in any colors
- 2 large pink erasers
- 3 wide-ruled notebooks
- 1 pack of wide-ruled notebook paper
- 2 black Sharpies
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Black and colored dry-erase markers
- Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
STEP Grades 1–2
Connections
- 1 standard-size backpack
- Highlighters
- Hi-Polymer white erasers
- Large index cards
PERSONAL ITEMS FOR YOUR CHILD:
- Favorite snacks labeled for snack time
- Extra clothes to remain in the classroom
- 1 water bottle
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Crayola markers
- Baby wipes
- Bulk classroom snacks, such as cheese crackers, Goldfish crackers, multigrain bars, variety snack-size chips, fruit snacks and popcorn
Summit
- 2 packs of No. 2 pencils
- 2 large glue sticks
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons
- 1 clear pencil box
- 2 full-size containers of Play-Doh
- 1 pack of washable markers
- 1 regular-size backpack without wheels
Please do not send a small backpack.
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Ziploc bags in sandwich, quart or gallon size
Old Forge Elementary
Pre-K
- 2 jumbo glue sticks
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 4 containers of Play-Doh (3 oz. each)
- 1 zippered pouch for writing materials (approximately 10 × 7 inches)
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 change of clothes, including socks and underwear, in a Ziploc bag labeled with the child’s name
- 1 small blanket, pillow and/or stuffed animal for rest time
Items must fit inside the child’s rest bag, which will be provided by the teacher during the porch visit.
Wish-list items (Not required, but appreciated because these items are used daily in the classroom):
- 4 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
- Disinfecting wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- White cardstock preferred
- Ziploc bags:
- Boys: sandwich or snack size
- Girls: quart or gallon size
- Tissues
Kindergarten
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1 box of thin crayons (16- or 24-count; Crayola preferred)
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6 sharpened pencils, removed from the packaging
Please do not sharpen pencils at school. -
1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 marble composition book
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1 white 1-inch binder
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1 backpack
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2 large zippered pencil pouches with three holes, made of vinyl or cloth (no plastic pencil boxes)
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8 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers, removed from the packaging
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2 jumbo glue sticks (Elmer’s preferred)
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1 pair of wired headphones with a standard audio jack (no Bluetooth)
Wish-list items:
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Heavyweight sheet protectors
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Colored cardstock
First Grade
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2 glue sticks
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24 sharpened pencils
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2 boxes of crayons (16- or 24-count)
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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2 large erasers
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2 two-pocket folders with three prongs
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1 pencil pouch
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8 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
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1 large dry-erase eraser
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
Wish-list items:
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Bandages
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Hand sanitizer
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Disinfecting wipes
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Tissues
Second Grade
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2 large zippered pencil pouches
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2 packs of Crayola crayons
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2 large pink erasers
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1 pack of washable markers
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1 green folder with prongs
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1 blue folder with prongs
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48 pre-sharpened pencils
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2 pairs of wired headphones (no earbuds or wireless headphones)
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2 packs of black Expo dry-erase markers (6-count; broad-tip only)
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2 glue sticks
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 black ½-inch binder with pockets
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30 sturdy clear sheet protectors
Wish-list items:
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Mr. Sketch markers
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Gallon-size plastic storage bags
Third Grade
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1 pencil box
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2 glue sticks
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2 boxes of crayons
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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3 pocket folders: 1 red, 1 purple and 1 yellow
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1 large dry-erase eraser
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
Supplies to be shared:
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1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
-
24 sharpened pencils
-
8 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
Wish-list items:
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Disinfecting wipes
-
Hand sanitizer
-
Tissues
-
Mr. Sketch markers
-
Gallon-size Ziploc bags
-
Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
Fourth Grade
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1 pack of glue sticks
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4 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 whiteboard eraser or clean sock
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Crayons, colored pencils or markers
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1 pair of wired headphones (no wireless or Bluetooth)
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2 packs of Post-it® Notes
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2 packs of sharpened pencils (24-count or larger)
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1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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2 ½-inch binders
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1 folder
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2 highlighters
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1 pencil pouch
Wish-list items:
-
Gallon-size Ziploc bags
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Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
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College-ruled paper
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Expo whiteboard cleaner
Fifth Grade
STEP
Connections
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1 box of crayons (24-count)
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1 box of markers
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1 box of dry-erase markers
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2 containers of Play-Doh
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1 watercolor paint set
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1 primary composition notebook with large lines
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1 eraser
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1 1-inch binder
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1 small box of sheet protectors
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1 backpack
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1 spillproof water bottle
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1 change of clothes in a labeled Ziploc bag
Pangborn Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Paramount Elementary
Pleasant Valley Elementary
Pre-K
- 1 large backpack without wheels*
- 1 plastic supply box without zippers or locks*
- 1 pair of child-safe scissors
- 6 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count preferred)
- 1 pack of black Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 extra set of clothes, including a shirt, pants, underwear and socks, in a Ziploc bag*
- Rest-time items, including a small blanket and small pillow; cots are provided*
- 1 reusable, spillproof water bottle (Zak, Contigo, Thermos Funtainer or a similar brand preferred)*
Optional items:
- 2 boxes of tissues
- 2 packs of wipes
- Bulk snack items
Please label items with a star with your child's name.
Kindergarten
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1 box of No. 2 pencils
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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1 pack of markers
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2 packs of black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)*
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1 large backpack that zips easily*
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1 sturdy pencil box*
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3 packs of glue sticks
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1 pair of child-safe scissors*
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1 extra set of clothes, including a shirt, pants, underwear and socks, in a Ziploc bag*
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1 pack of handheld erasers
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1 handheld pencil sharpener
Optional items:
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Boxes of tissues
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Ziploc bags in gallon or sandwich size
*Please label items with a star (*) with your child's name.
First Grade
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2 boxes of crayons
-
1 box of colored pencils
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1 box of markers
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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2 glue sticks
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2 two-pocket folders (no glitter)
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1 box of sharpened Ticonderoga pencils (30-count)
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4 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1–2 stylus pens
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1 supply box
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1 backpack
*Donations of tissues are always appreciated. NO disinfectant wipes or sanitizer please.
Second Grade
- 1 pair of blunt-tip scissors*
- 1 dozen No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
- 1 small pack of pencil-cap erasers
- 1 pack of crayons*
- 1 pack of colored pencils*
- 2 jumbo glue sticks
- 1 composition notebook*
- 1 pocket folder (no glitter)*
- 1 pack of black dry-erase markers
- 1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds)*
- 1 stylus pen for Chromebook use*
- 1 supply box*
- 1 backpack
Optional but greatly appreciated:
- Boxes of tissues to share
*Please label items with a star (*) with your child's name.
Third Grade
-
1 pair of blunt-tip scissors*
-
1 dozen sharpened No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
-
1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
-
1 pack of crayons (24-count)*
-
1 pack of colored pencils*
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2 glue sticks
-
1 composition notebook*
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1 red pocket folder*
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1 green pocket folder with three metal prongs*
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1 pack of black low-odor dry-erase markers
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth or earbuds)*
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1 stylus*
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1 pencil box or bag*
Optional items:
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Boxes of tissues to share
-
Sandwich-size bags
-
Lined Post-it® Notes
*Please label items with a star (*) with your child's name.
Fourth Grade
- 2 packs of sharpened pencils (24-count)
- 1 multipack of highlighters (assorted colors preferred)
- 2 packs of Post-it® Notes in any color or size
- 1 red pocket folder
- 1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
- Black dry-erase markers (broad-tip preferred)
- 1 dry-erase eraser, clean sock or rag
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
- 1 zippered pencil pouch or pencil box
- 1 black permanent marker, such as a Sharpie, for art
- 1 box of crayons or colored pencils
Optional items:
- 2 boxes of tissues
- Extra pencils
Materials will be labeled and organized on the first day of school. Extra supplies will be stored in the classroom and used as replacements throughout the year.
Additional donation requests may be sent home if classroom supplies begin to run low
Fifth Grade
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2 packs of sharpened pencils (24-count)
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1 multipack of highlighters (assorted colors preferred)
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2 packs of Post-it® Notes in any color or size
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1 pocket folder
-
1 notebook
-
1 pack of markers
-
1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
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Black dry-erase markers (broad-tip preferred)
-
1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
-
1 pair of scissors
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Glue sticks
-
1 zippered pencil pouch or pencil box
-
1 black permanent marker, such as a Sharpie, for art
-
1 box of crayons or colored pencils
Optional but greatly appreciated supplies:
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2 boxes of tissues
-
Extra pencils
Materials will be labeled and organized on the first day of school. Extra supplies will be stored in the classroom and used as replacements throughout the year.
Additional requests may be sent home if certain classroom supplies begin to run low.
Potomac Heights Elementary
Pre-K
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1 backpack
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1 pencil box (at least 8 × 5 inches)
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1 reusable water bottle
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2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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8 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
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5 glue sticks
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1 pair of wired headphones (no earbuds or Bluetooth)
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1 box of Dixie paper cups (3 oz.; bathroom size)
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Boys: 1 box of sandwich-size bags
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Girls: 1 box of gallon-size bags
Kindergarten
First Grade
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1 backpack
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1 pencil storage case
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2 boxes of pencils
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3 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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3 folders with three-ring binder holes
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1 pack of large pink erasers
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1 pack of Post-it® Notes
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1 black composition notebook (no spiral notebook)
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Boys: 1 box of sandwich-size bags
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Girls: 1 box of gallon-size bags
Second Grade
-
1 backpack
-
1 pencil pouch
-
24 No. 2 pencils
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2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
-
1 pair of child-safe scissors
-
8 black chisel-tip Expo dry-erase markers
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3 large pink erasers
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2 composition books in different colors
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1 pair of wired headphones (no earbuds or Bluetooth)
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1 pack of small Elmer’s glue sticks (no liquid glue)
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1 pack of colored pencils
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Girls: 1 box of sandwich-size bags
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Boys: 1 box of gallon-size bags
Third Grade
Fourth Grade
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1 backpack
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2 two-pocket folders in different colors
-
36 sharpened No. 2 Ticonderoga pencils (no mechanical pencils)
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6 black chisel-tip Expo dry-erase markers
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2 pink block erasers
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1 pencil box or pouch
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1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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1 box of crayons (24-count)
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2 packs of index cards (3 × 5 inches)
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Post-it® Notes
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1 pack of glue sticks
Fifth Grade
- 1 backpack
- 2 glue sticks
- 18 pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of lined notebook paper
- 3 two-pocket paper folders
- 1 2-inch three-ring binder
- 2 pink block erasers
- 1 soft three-ring pencil pouch (no hard pencil box)
- 2 highlighters
Please do not send portable pencil sharpeners.
Rockland Woods Elementary
- Pre-K
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Summit (Mrs. Giancola)
- Summit (Ms. Goebel)
- STEP Classrooms
- GATE Donations (Mrs. Fox & Ms. Tracey)
Pre-K
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1 full-size backpack without wheels (large enough to hold a folder)
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1 plastic pencil box
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2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
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4 jumbo glue sticks
-
8 black fine-tip dry-erase markers
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1 box of broad-tip colored markers
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4 regular-size containers of Play-Doh
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2 boxes of tissues
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1 pack of baby wipes
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1 roll-up toddler nap mat labeled with the child’s name
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1 Ziploc bag containing an extra, season-appropriate change of clothes, including underwear, socks, pants and a shirt
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1 box of sandwich-size Ziploc bags for students whose last names begin with A–L
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1 box of snack-size Ziploc bags for students whose last names begin with M–Z
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1 family photo for classroom display (4×6 or 5×7 inches)
You may also want to purchase extra:
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Pencils
-
Glue sticks
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Scissors
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Crayons
These items may be used at home or sent to school later in the year.
Extra supplies donated to the classroom are always appreciated.
Kindergarten
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1 individual pencil box (a 5×8-inch plastic box with a snap lid is recommended)
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2 large pink erasers (no pencil-cap erasers)
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4 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count only)
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1 pack of No. 2 pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
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2 packs of black fine-tip low-odor Expo dry-erase markers (no colored markers)
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2 boxes of tissues
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1 pack of glue sticks
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1 pair of durable wired headphones (no earbuds or Bluetooth)
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1 large backpack that can hold a folder and an extra change of clothes for spills or accidents
The following items will be sorted and shared among the kindergarten classes:
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Hand sanitizer: Mrs. Gay’s class only
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Baby wipes: Mrs. Sock’s class only
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Snack- and sandwich-size bags: Mrs. Koons’ class only
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Quart-size bags: Ms. Shanks’ class only
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Gallon-size bags: Mr. Aguila’s class only
First Grade
These items will be shared among the first-grade classrooms:
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4 packs of sharpened pencils (12-count; Ticonderoga preferred)
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1 pencil box
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2 large pink erasers and/or 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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8 glue sticks
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2 pairs of child-safe scissors
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Black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 small box of Magic Erasers
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3 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
-
1 box of markers
-
Index cards
These items will belong to your child:
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1 pocket folder in any color or design
-
2 pairs of wired headphones labeled with the student’s name (no wireless headphones, Bluetooth or earbuds)
Optional but helpful items:
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Baby wipes
-
Tissues
-
White paper lunch bags
-
Colored pencils
-
1 roll of clear tape
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Multicolored construction paper
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Hand sanitizer
-
Black Sharpies
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Gallon-size plastic storage bags
-
Sandwich-size Ziploc bags
-
Post-it® Notes
Second Grade
-
10–12 black Expo dry-erase markers
-
1 whiteboard eraser or clean sock
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3 pocket folders: 1 blue, 1 red and 1 in any color
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1 composition book
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1 1-inch binder
-
1 pencil box large enough to hold supplies
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2 boxes of crayons
-
8 glue sticks
-
1 pair of child-safe scissors
-
3 packs of sharpened No. 2 pencils
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1 pair of wired headphones (no earbuds or Bluetooth)
-
1 large eraser
-
1 box of tissues
Optional but helpful items:
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Ziploc bags:
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Girls: sandwich size
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Boys: gallon size
-
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Hand sanitizer
Third Grade
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2 composition notebooks
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2 pairs of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1 pencil box (no pouch)
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1 pair of scissors
-
3 packs of sharpened pencils (Ticonderoga preferred)
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2 packs of black dry-erase markers
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2 sets of colored pencils
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3 glue sticks
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1 black Sharpie
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1 pack of Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
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1 highlighter
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1 soprano recorder with Baroque fingering for music class
Optional but helpful items:
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Tissues
-
Sandwich- and gallon-size Ziploc bags
Fourth Grade
These items will personally belong to your child so get as fancy as you’d like:
- 1 large soft pencil pouch
- 1 pair of scissors
- 2 plastic pocket folders
- 2 composition books
- 2 pairs of wired headphones, including 1 spare pair (no Bluetooth)
- 1 soprano recorder with Baroque fingering for music class
- Boys: Clorox wipes
- Girls: Baby wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Ziploc bags:
- Girls: quart size
- Boys: gallon size
These supplies will be shared by the class:
- 36 or more sharpened pencils
- 1 pack of glue sticks
- Pencil erasers
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 1 pack of crayons
- 1 pack of Crayola markers
- 1 pack of dry-erase markers
- 1 pack of highlighters
- 2 black Sharpies
Optional but helpful items:
- Dry-erase markers
- Pencils
- Tissues
- Erasers
- Inexpensive wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
- Clorox wipes
- Hand sanitizer
This is a general Grade 4 supply list.
Some supplies may need to be replaced throughout the school year.
Fifth Grade
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1 composition notebook
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10 packs of sharpened pencils
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2 plastic pocket folders with prongs: 1 blue and 1 purple
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3 packs of Expo dry-erase markers
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1 dry-erase eraser or clean sock
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1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
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2 pairs of wired earb
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1 composition notebook
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10 packs of sharpened pencils
-
2 plastic pocket folders with prongs: 1 blue and 1 purple
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3 packs of Expo dry-erase markers
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1 dry-erase eraser or clean sock
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1 box of colored pencils (12-count)
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2 pairs of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1 heavy-duty cloth pencil pouch (no pencil boxes)
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1 pack of multicolored highlighters
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1 pack of black Sharpie markers
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1 pack of glue sticks
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8 boxes of tissues
Optional but helpful items:
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Hand sanitizer
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Clorox wipes
-
Ziploc bags:
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Gallon size for students whose last names begin with A–L
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Sandwich size for students whose last names begin with M–Z
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This is a general Grade 5 supply list. Some supplies may need to be replaced throughout the school year.
Please feel free to reuse items from previous years that are still in good condition rather than purchasing new supplies.
Summit (Mrs. Giancola)
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1 water bottle to remain at school
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4 large glue sticks
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3 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
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1 box of markers (10-count)
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1 composition notebook
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2 black Sharpies
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3 boxes of tissues
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3 containers of Clorox wipes
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1 bottle of hand sanitizer
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1 pack of baby wipes
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1 pack of brown or white paper lunch bags
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2 packs of black or blue dry-erase markers (8–10 markers total)
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1 pair of wired headphones to remain at school (no Bluetooth, wireless headphones or earbuds)
Summit (Ms. Goebel)
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1 pair of wired headphones to remain at school (no Bluetooth)
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1 water bottle to remain at school
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1 change of clothes
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3 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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1 pack of Post-it® Notes
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1 pocket folder in any color or design
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1 pencil pouch
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1 pack of pencils
-
1 box of markers (10-count)
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12 Expo dry-erase markers
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Optional but helpful items:
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1 box of Ziploc bags in sandwich, quart or gallon size
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Boxes of tissues
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Clorox wipes
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Hand sanitizer
STEP Classrooms
GATE Donations (Mrs. Fox & Ms. Tracey)
Ruth Ann Monroe Primary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Sharpsburg Elementary
Pre-K
- 1 small backpack, large enough to hold a binder and folder but smaller than the child
- 1 1-inch three-ring hard binder with clear inside pockets
- 2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
- 3 glue sticks
- 1 reusable water bottle labeled with the student’s name
- 1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 small blanket or towel for rest time
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues
- Hand sanitizer
- Hand soap
Kindergarten
- 1 small backpack
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers or 2 large pink erasers
- 2 dozen sharpened yellow pencils
- 4 glue sticks
- 2 boxes of Crayola crayons (24-count)
- 6 black broad-tip dry-erase markers
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 pocket folder
- 1 pencil box
- 1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 1 reusable water bottle labeled with the student’s name
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Tissues
- Extra supplies from the list above
First Grade
GRADE 1 — DOUBLEDEE
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1 backpack
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1 plastic pencil box
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count or smaller)
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8 black dry-erase markers
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1 pair of corded headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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Quart-size Ziploc bags
GRADE 1 — EICHELBERGER
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1 backpack
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1 pair of corded headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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2 or more large pink erasers
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1 pack of sharpened yellow No. 2 pencils (12-count or larger)
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2 or more black low-odor Expo dry-erase markers
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2 or more glue sticks
Second Grade
- 1 backpack
- 1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
- 12 or more sharpened pencils
- 1 pack of washable markers (10-count)
- 1 pack of colored pencils (12-count)
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers or 2 large pink erasers
- 1 composition notebook
- 1 pack of wide-ruled notebook paper
- 2 large glue sticks
- 2 yellow highlighters
- 1 pack of black chisel-tip dry-erase markers (4-count or larger)
- 3 paper pocket folders: 1 green, 1 yellow and 1 red
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Tissues and/or hand sanitizer
- Extra Expo dry-erase markers
- Extra pencils
Third Grade
- 1 backpack
- 1 box of crayons
- 1 box of colored pencils
- 4 black fine-tip Expo dry-erase markers
- 2 yellow highlighters
- 1 pack of 12 pre-sharpened pencils (no mechanical pencils)
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
- 2 glue sticks
- 1 pencil bag or pencil box
- 3 wide-ruled single-subject spiral notebooks
- 3 pocket folders
- 1 pack of Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
- 1 pair of corded headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- Clorox wipes
- Tissues
- Extra Expo dry-erase markers
- Extra pencils
- Extra erasers
Fourth Grade
- 1 backpack
- 1 soft-sided pencil pouch
- 2 glue sticks
- 2 highlighters
- 1 pair of scissors
- 12 sharpened pencils
- 1 box of crayons (24-count or smaller)
- 1 pack of Expo dry-erase markers (4-count)
- 4 wide-ruled single-subject spiral notebooks
- 4 two-pocket folders
- 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers or 1 large eraser
- 1 pair of corded headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- 1 box of gallon-size Ziploc bags
- Tissues
- Clorox wipes
- Extra pencils
- Extra Expo dry-erase markers
- Extra erasers
- Extra Post-it® Notes
Fifth Grade
- 1 backpack
- 1 pack of pencils (12-count)
- 1 1-inch three-ring binder
- 1 graph-paper notebook
- 1 pencil pouch
- 1 pack of highlighters
- 4 folders
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 2 glue sticks
- 1 pair of corded headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of Post-it® Notes
- 1 box of black Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 refillable water bottle
OPTIONAL DONATIONS:
- 1 box of sandwich- or quart-size Ziploc bags
- Extra pencils
- Extra Expo dry-erase markers
- Extra Post-it® Notes
Smithsburg Elementary
Pre-K
Individual items:
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1 book bag labeled with the student’s name and large enough to hold a folder
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1 water bottle for classroom use
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1 small blanket and 1 small pillow for rest time
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1 change of clothes
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1 pair of wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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1 1-inch binder
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1 watercolor paint set (8-color)
Shared items (the supplies listed below will be shared among all students):
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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3 containers of Play-Doh
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8 small glue sticks
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1 pack of No. 2 pencils
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2 packs of large erasers
Optional items (these donations are not required but are very helpful):
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Tissues
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Cleaning wipes
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Washable markers
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Ziploc bags in sandwich or gallon size
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Hand sanitizer
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Hand soap
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Store-bought, individually packaged snacks
Kindergarten
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1 backpack
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1 pencil box labeled with the student’s name
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1 pack of sharpened pencils
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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4 glue sticks (Elmer’s preferred)
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2 packs of black dry-erase markers (Expo preferred)
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4 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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1 reusable water bottle labeled with the student’s name
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1 pair of durable wired headphones for daily use (no earbuds or Bluetooth)
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1 change of clothes in a labeled Ziploc bag
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4 cans of Play-Doh
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Ziploc bags:
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Last names A–M: sandwich size
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Last names N–Z: gallon size
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Donations:
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Clorox wipes
-
Crayola crayons
-
Extra black dry-erase markers (Expo preferred)
-
Kleenex or soft tissues
-
Extra standard-size containers of Play-Doh (no mini containers)
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First Grade
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2 packs of sharpened yellow No. 2 pencils (24-count; no pencil sharpeners)
One pack will be used for art. -
2 standard pink erasers
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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4 large glue sticks
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2 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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1 full-size backpack labeled with the student’s name
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4 black broad-tip dry-erase markers
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1 dry-erase eraser
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1 hard plastic pencil box
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1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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1 pack of white index cards (100-count; 3 × 5 inches)
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1 pack of yellow index cards (100-count; 3 × 5 inches)
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1 yellow two-pocket folder
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1 red two-pocket folder
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1 box of Ziploc bags based on the first letter of the student’s last name:
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A–E: sandwich size
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F–N: snack size
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O–Z: gallon size
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Second Grade
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1 pack of yellow pencils (12-count)
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2 large erasers or 1 pack of pencil-cap erasers
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1 box of crayons (24-count)
-
1 pencil box
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3 small Elmer’s glue sticks
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8 black Expo dry-erase markers
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1 box of washable markers for art class
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1 clean sock for erasing the whiteboard
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1 pair of corded headphones (no Bluetooth)
Do not send mechanical pencils, pencil sharpeners,
colored pencils or additional markers. These items will be sent home
Please label the student’s supplies when possible.
Third Grade
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4 composition books (100 pages; wide-ruled with nonperforated pages)
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4 folders without prongs: 1 yellow, 1 blue, 1 green and 1 red
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4 small glue sticks or 2 large glue sticks
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1 package of Post-it® Notes (3 × 3 inches)
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1 box of colored pencils
-
1 box of crayons (24-count)
-
1 box of washable markers for art class
-
1 pair of scissors
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48 or more sharpened pencils (no mechanical pencils)
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4 large pencil erasers
-
6 black low-odor dry-erase markers
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2 highlighters in different colors
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1 pencil bag (no pencil boxes)
-
1 Baroque fingering style Soprano recorder YRS24B Soprano Baroque Style Recorder
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1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
Optional donations:
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Pencils
-
Wired earbuds
-
Tissues
-
Dry-erase markers
-
Sandwich-size bags
-
Gallon-size bags
Fourth Grade
- 1 pack of multicolored dry-erase markers
- 1 pack of black dry-erase markers
- 1 dry-erase eraser
- 1 box of colored pencils
- 3 dozen pre-sharpened pencils
- 2 black Sharpies, including 1 for art
- 1 five-subject notebook
- 1 Recorder (last year’s for Music- baroque fingering style soprano recorder)
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- 2 packs of Post-it® Notes
Optional donations:
- Hand sanitizer
- Plastic storage bags
- Clorox wipes
- Sidewalk chalk
- Colored or metallic Sharpies
Fifth Grade
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (required; no Bluetooth)
- 1 two-subject notebook
- 1 zippered pencil pouch
- 20 or more sharpened pencils
- 1 highlighter
- 1 fine-tip dry-erase marker
- 1 pair of scissors
- 1 pack of glue sticks (2-count)
- 1 box of colored pencils
- 1 black Sharpie
- 1 Baroque Fingering Style Soprano Recorder (the recorder can be from last year, if you do not have one, please purchase)
STEP
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2 complete changes of clothes, including underwear, socks, pants or shorts and shirts
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1 leakproof water bottle labeled with the student’s name
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1 backpack large enough to hold a full-size folder
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1 sweatshirt or light jacket to remain at school
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1 pair of inexpensive wired headphones (no Bluetooth)
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3 packs of baby wipes
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4 boxes of tissues
Please label all items with the student’s name.
Thomas J. Garner Elementary*
TITLE I SCHOOL:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Williamsport Elementary
CLASSROOM SUPPLIES:
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1 school-size book bag without wheels
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1 blanket for rest time; cots are provided
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4 boxes of crayons (24-count)
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1 pencil box
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2 boxes of broad-tip washable markers
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4 large glue sticks
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8 black fine-tip low-odor dry-erase markers
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1 pair of child-safe scissors
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1 three-prong folder in a solid color
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1 watercolor paint set
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2 containers of Play-Doh
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2 large glue sticks for art class
OPTIONAL SUPPLIES:
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1 box of paper cups (3 oz.)
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1 pack of plain white paper plates
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1 box or pack of individually packaged snacks, such as Goldfish crackers, granola bars, applesauce pouches, pretzels or Veggie Straws
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1 pack of clear plastic sheet protectors
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1 box of Ziploc bags in sandwich, quart or gallon size
Please do NOT label classroom supplies with the student’s name.
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
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All middle school students should bring the supplies listed for their school and grade level shown below. Teachers will let students know if additional supplies are needed for each class after the school year starts.
- Boonsboro Middle
- Clear Spring Middle
- E. Russell Hicks Middle
- Hancock Middle-Senior High
- Innovative Learning Center
- Northern Middle
- Smithsburg Middle
- Springfield Middle
- Western Heights Middle
Boonsboro Middle
Below is a list of generic supplies that all students need to bring for the first day of school. Individual teachers may request other required materials and will allow students some time after school starts to acquire those supplies.
- 1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
- 1 pack of paper
- Pencils
- Blue or black pens
- 1 composition notebook
- 1 three-ring binder with dividers
- Expo dry-erase markers
- 1 stylus for Chromebook use (optional)
Clear Spring Middle
Sixth Grade
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
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1 2-inch three-ring binder
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1 pencil pouch
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5 dividers labeled Math, ELA, Social Studies, Science and Related Arts
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Notebook paper
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Pencils
-
Colored pencils
-
Highlighters
-
Pencil-cap erasers
-
Post-it® Notes
-
1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
MATH:
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1 single-subject notebook
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Dry-erase markers
ELA:
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1 composition notebook (no spiral notebooks)
Seventh Grade
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
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1 pair of wired earbuds for use in most classes (no Bluetooth)
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Loose-leaf paper
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Pencils and pens
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1 one-subject notebook
ELA:
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1 three-subject notebook
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1 pocket folder
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Loose-leaf paper
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2 highlighters in different colors
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Erasers
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Markers
MATH:
SOCIAL STUDIES:
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Pencils
-
Highlighters
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1 sketchbook (8½×11 or 9×12 inches)
SCIENCE:
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Notebook paper
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Pencils
-
Dry-erase markers
-
Colored pencils
-
Glue sticks
Eighth Grade
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
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1 pair of wired earbuds for use in most classes (no Bluetooth)
-
Loose-leaf paper
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Pencils and pens
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1 one-subject notebook
ELA:
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1 composition notebook
-
Post-it® Notes
-
Colored pencils in assorted colors
MATH:
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1 spiral notebook
SOCIAL STUDIES:
-
Pencils
-
Highlighters
-
1 sketchbook (8½ × 11 or 9 × 12 inches)
SCIENCE:
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Notebook paper
-
Pencils
-
1 highlighter
-
Dry-erase markers
-
Colored pencils
-
Glue sticks
-
1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
RELATED ARTS:
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ART: 1 sketchbook (8½ × 11 or 9 × 12 inches)
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PE: Sneakers; students are not required to change clothes for PE
E. Russell Hicks Middle
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR ALL CLASSES:
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Chromebook provided by ERHMS
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1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth; may be used only with teacher approval for assignments)
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Loose-leaf paper, composition notebooks or spiral notebooks
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Pencils, pens and highlighters
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
-
Highlighters
-
Glue sticks
-
Colored pencils
-
1 zippered pencil pouch
-
Dry-erase markers for math class
-
1 spiral notebook for science class
-
1 single-subject spiral notebook for ELA class
-
1 folder for ELA class
Supplies should last throughout the school year and may need to be replenished as needed.
Individual teachers may request additional supplies for their classes.
Hancock Middle-Senior High
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
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Pencils, preferably nonmechanical
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1 handheld pencil sharpener
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1 pencil pouch
-
1 pack of highlighters
-
1 pack of colored pencils
-
1 pack of wide-ruled notebook paper
-
1 two-pocket folder
-
1 black-and-white composition notebook
-
1 spiral notebook
-
1 black ultra-fine-point Sharpie
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1 pack of permanent markers
SPANISH, IF SCHEDULED:
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1 two-pocket folder
-
1 spiral notebook
BAND:
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1 royal blue 1-inch three-ring binder
-
5 reeds in 2.5–3 strength for students playing clarinet or saxophone
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Valve oil for brass players
-
Grade 6: Essential Elements, Book 1 for the student’s instrument
-
Grade 7: Essential Elements, Book 2 for the student’s instrument
CONCERT ATTIRE:
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BOYS: Black dress shirt, black dress pants, black dress shoes and black socks
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GIRLS: Black blouse, black dress slacks or a black knee-length skirt, black dress shoes and black hosiery or socks
Innovative Learning Center
Northern Middle
- Students will NOT be issued individual Chromebooks this year, but will be able to access them during the day when necessary for instruction
- Students will need to carry notebooks and folders, along with writing utensils, to each class
- Bookbags will remain in lockers all day and students will NOT be able to carry them into classrooms
- Also recommended: a portable water bottle. No cans or outside drinks will be permitted in classrooms at NMS
Sixth Grade
- 1 zippered binder
- Pocket folders or folder dividers for Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies and 2 UA/RA courses
- 1 soft pencil case (no hard plastic cases)
- Highlighters
- Pens and pencils
- Loose-leaf paper
PE:
- Athletic shoes are required (no slides, Crocs or sandals may be worn during class)
- $1 gym locker fee
**Additional supplies may be required for individual teachers/subjects.
Seventh Grade & Eighth Grade
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
- 1 binder, preferably one that zips closed
- Folders with pockets to go in binder (or dividers with folders) for for Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies and 2 UA/RA courses
- 1 soft pencil case (no hard plastic cases)
- Highlighters
- Pens and pencils
- Loose-leaf paper
PE:
- Athletic shoes are required (no slides, Crocs or sandals may be worn during class)
**Additional supplies may be required for individual teachers/subjects.
Smithsburg Middle
GENERAL SUPPLIES
- Pencils and pens in 4 colors; replenish quarterly
- 1 pack of dry-erase markers (4-count); replenish quarterly
- 1 pair of wired earbuds or headphones (no Bluetooth)
- At least 2 highlighters
- 1 stylus (optional)
- Colored pencils
- 1 reusable water bottle
PE
Changing for PE is optional.
- 1 white or light-colored T-shirt
- Dark-colored shorts
- Athletic shoes
- Lock purchased from the school ($5) for gym locker (if student plans to change, which is optional)
GRADE 6
- 2 single-subject spiral notebooks in different colors, if possible
- 3 pocket folders in different colors, if possible
GRADE 7
- 4 pocket folders in different colors, if possible
- 1 single-subject spiral notebook for Mrs. Izat’s class only
GRADE 8
- 3 pocket folders in different colors, if possible
- 1 1- or 1½-inch three-ring binder for math
- 1 pack of loose-leaf paper for math (no college-ruled paper)
Springfield Middle
Sixth Grade
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
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1 binder with subject dividers or 1 folder for each class
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Wide-ruled loose-leaf paper for each binder
-
Packs of No. 2 pencils
-
1 homework folder for use in all classes
-
Subject dividers
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1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
-
Highlighters
-
Spiral notebooks for ELA, Science, Math and Social Studies
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
-
Glue sticks
-
Colored pencils
-
1 zippered pencil pouch
-
Dry-erase markers for Math and ELA
-
1 folder for ELA
RELATED ARTS REQUIREMENTS:
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1 two-pocket folder
-
1 pink eraser for Art
-
No. 2 pencils
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Loose-leaf paper
UNIFIED ARTS REQUIREMENTS:
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BAND: 1 black 1-inch binder and 1 pencil
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GENERAL MUSIC: 1 pencil and 1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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CHORUS: Black pants or a black knee-length or longer skirt and a white shirt for each concert
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ORCHESTRA: 1 black 1-inch binder and 1 pencil
-
PE: Athletic footwear is required. Changing for class is optional. Uniforms are available for purchase in limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis.
Supplies should last throughout the school year and may need to be replenished as needed. Individual teachers may request additional supplies for their classes
Seventh Grade
-
GENERAL SUPPLIES:
-
1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
-
Pencils
-
1 composition or spiral notebook with at least 100 pages for each core subject: Math, Science, Social Studies and ELA
-
2 folders
-
Loose-leaf paper
-
1 binder with dividers or sections
-
Highlighters
-
Colored pencils
CHORUS:
-
Black pants or a black skirt with a white shirt for each concert
PHYSICAL EDUCATION:
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Athletic footwear is required on days students have PE
-
Changing clothes for class is optional
BAND AND ORCHESTRA:
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1 black 1-inch binder
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Pencils
Eighth Grade
REQUIRED:
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1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth)
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Paper; please replenish throughout the year
-
Pencils; please replenish throughout the year
-
Highlighters
-
1 three-ring binder
-
Loose-leaf notebook paper
-
Spiral notebooks for ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies
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ALGEBRA: Graph paper, 1 ruler, 1 spiral notebook for notes and 1 folder or binder section for returned papers
-
GEOMETRY: 1 spiral notebook for notes and 1 folder or binder section for returned papers
OPTIONAL:
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Markers
-
Colored pencils
OTHER:
-
CHORUS: Black pants or a black skirt with a white shirt for each concert
-
BAND: 1 black 1-inch binder and 1 pencil
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MUSIC: 1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth) and 1 pen or pencil
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ART: Black Sharpies
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TECH ED: 1 folder
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WORLD LANGUAGE: 1 folder, 1 spiral notebook, 1 pair of wired earbuds (no Bluetooth) and 1 dry-erase marker
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PE: Athletic footwear is required
Western Heights Middle
IMPORTANT NOTES: Students will not be issued individual Chromebooks this year. Classroom Chromebooks will be available as needed for instruction. Students should bring notebooks, folders, and writing utensils to each class. Bookbags must remain in lockers throughout the school day.
ALL GRADE LEVELS (Suggested Supplies):
- 1 pair of wired headphones or earbuds (no Bluetooth)
- Loose-leaf paper
- 1 three-ring binder for holding paper and folders
- Two-pocket folders for each class
- Composition notebooks or spiral notebooks
- Pencils
- Pens
- Highlighters
- Black Sharpies
- Expo dry-erase markers
- Markers or colored pencils
- 1 small soft pouch for writing utensils
- 1 refillable water bottle (cans, disposable bottles and other outside drinks are not permitted in classrooms)
Additional supplies may be requested based on your child's individual courses and teachers
ORCHESTRA:
- BEGINNER:
- Habits of a Successful Young String Musician, Book 1
- Rosin
- 1 soft cloth for cleaning strings
- 1 shoulder rest for violin or viola only
-
GRADE 6:
- Sound Innovations, Book 1
- Rosin
- 1 soft cloth for cleaning strings
- 1 shoulder rest for violin or viola only
-
GRADE 7:
- Sound Innovations, Book 2
- Rosin
- 1 soft cloth for cleaning strings
- 1 shoulder rest for violin or viola only
-
GRADE 8:
- Sound Innovations, Book 2
- Habits of a Successful Middle Level String Musician
- Rosin
- 1 soft cloth for cleaning strings
- 1 shoulder rest for violin or viola only
BAND:
- GRADE 6:
- Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician
- Reeds and cork grease for clarinet or saxophone only
- Mallets and drumsticks for percussion only
- Valve oil for brass instruments only
-
GRADE 7:
- Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician
- Habits of a Successful Middle Level Musician
- Reeds and cork grease for clarinet or saxophone only
- Mallets and drumsticks for percussion only
- Valve oil for brass instruments only
-
GRADE 8:
- Habits of a Successful Middle Level Musician
- Reeds and cork grease for clarinet or saxophone only
- Mallets and drumsticks for percussion only
- Valve oil for brass instruments only
HIGH SCHOOLS
All high school students should come to school prepared with basic supplies for the first week (pencils, notebook, etc.). Teachers will let students know what is needed for each class after the school year starts.
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SCHOOL SUPPLY TIPS
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Reuse when possible!
Backpacks, pencil boxes, scissors, rulers, headphones and other supplies from previous years may be reused if they are still in good condition. -
Label personal items!
Please label backpacks, water bottles, headphones, clothing and other personal supplies with the student’s name. -
Check supplies throughout the year!
Frequently used items, such as pencils, glue sticks, crayons and dry-erase markers, may need to be replenished.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Please contact your child’s school counselor if your family needs help obtaining school supplies.
NOTES:
* TITLE I SCHOOLS:
School supplies are provided for all students. Families only need to provide a backpack labeled with the student’s name.
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week
During August 9-15, 2026, eligible apparel and footwear ($100 or less) will be exempt from the state's 6% sales tax. The first $40 of a backpack or book-bag purchase is also tax-free.
Visit the Comptroller of Maryland for additional information and frequently asked questions.