Back to School - Fall 2024

Important Dates to start of the Year

Orientation Events for Students

School Picture Days

2024-2025 District Calendar

THe Spot Back to School Bash

School Supplies Lists - 2024-25

2024-2025 UPK School Supplies List

Classroom Supplies

1 Box of Crayola Crayons (16 -24 Count Classic Colors)
1 Box of Crayola Broad Line Washable Markers (8-10 Count Classic Colors)
1 Box Crayola Colored Pencils
2 Cans of Play Doh (Name Brand)
1 Bottle of Elmer’s Washable School Glue
8 Large Elmer’s Glue Sticks
1 Box Kleenex

Personal Supplies

Large Backpack
Velcro Sneakers
“Thin Nap Mat” (Google for image) or Blanket & Crib Sheet
Extra Set of Clothes for Accidents or Spills (shirt, pants, socks, undies)
Water Bottle
2 Luggage Tags (backpack & lunchbox)
Rubber Rain Boots (Starting in September)
Winter Gear: Snow Pants, Mittens, Hat, Boots (Starting in November)

Classroom Wish List

If you are able to provide any of the following items for general use in the classroom it would be appreciated. Thank you!

Disinfecting cleaning wipes (Clorox/Lysol)
Package of baby wipes
Package of small coffee filters (we use them for snack)
Gallon Sized Ziplock Bags
Craft Supplies (ex: gems, pom poms, pipe cleaners, feathers, beads, sequins, foam shapes, stickers)

Kindergarten & Transitional Kindergarten

2024-2025 TK & K School Supplies List

oversized cloth t-shirt for an art smock, (no ties around neck or back)
1 extra set of clothes in labeled baggie
A set of headphones
Velcro sneakers preferred
Spill-proof water bottle every day
Healthy snack every day
Large bottle of hand sanitizer
2 packages of 24 Crayola crayons
2 full size containers of Play-Doh
6 glue sticks
1 bottle of glue
Plastic pencil box (approximately 5”x8”)
2 boxes of tissues
1 roll of paper towels
1 container disinfectant cleaning wipes (bleach free)
1 container baby wipes
Ziploc Bags: choose one: sandwich or gallon
(slider bags preferred)

2024-2025 1st Grade School Supplies List

Required

An oversized T-shirt to be used as an art smock
Headphones (no ear buds)
Children’s Fiskars Scissors
12 Elmers glue sticks
4 pack black, fine point Expo markers
Pink block eraser
12-24 sharpened, yellow Ticonderoga pencils
box of 24 Crayola crayons
2- 2 pocket, plastic folders with fasteners (1 green, 1 blue)
Box of tissues
Paper towels
Water bottle - send daily

Requested

Large pump hand sanitizer
Baby wipes
Disinfecting wipes (Clorox, Lysol)

Class T-shirts

Class t-shirts will be available for purchase soon after school begins. Your child’s teacher will send home information through ParentSquare.

2024-2025 2nd Grade School Supplies List

24 Sharpened Pencils
1 Supply Box (molded plastic is recommended)
5 Skinny (black) Dry Erase Markers
Box of 24 Colored Pencils
Box of 24 Crayons
2 Pink Block Erasers
6 Glue Sticks
1 Pair Child Safety Scissors
Art Smock (an oversized t-shirt is recommended)
Headphones- NO EARBUDS, PLEASE
2 Boxes of Tissues
1 Package of Baby Wipes
1Box of Ziploc Bags
**Last Name A-Z: Sandwich Size **Last Name L-Z: Gallon Size

2024-2025 3rd Grade School Supplies List

(48) sharpened pencils
2-4 skinny dry erase markers (black)
Package of glue sticks (4 sticks)
(2) boxes of tissues for the class
(1) roll of paper towels for the class
Crayons (box of 24)
Scissors
(2) Highlighters
(12) Colored Pencils
Hand held pencil sharpener (with a shavings cover)
(10-12) Skinny Markers (not sharpies)
(4) Plastic colored pocket folders (1)blue, (1)yellow, (1)green, (1)purple
(2) Wide Ruled Composition Notebooks
(1) Art smock/old t-shirt with name on it
(1) Pencil bag (not a box)
(1) Pair of Headphones or Earbuds - (not bluetooth)
(2) Hand Sanitizers - large sized not individual sized

Optional Classroom Supplies/Donations:

Gallon & Sandwich Ziploc Bags
SugarFree Gum (all flavors)
Community Snack (Individual bags of pretzels, goldfish, granola bars, etc.)
Packages of Post It Notes

Please make sure your child's name is on all of their school supplies!

2024-2025 4th Grade School Supplies List

(24) sharpened pencils
(1) sturdy folder
(4) pocket folders (preferably plastic)
red, green, blue, & yellow
(1) set of markers
(1) package of crayons or colored pencils
(1) highlighter
Post-its (3 in x 3 in)
(4) small glue sticks
earbuds/headphones
big kid scissors with pointed tips
erasers
whiteboard eraser or old sock
(1) package of black fine point dry erase markers
supply box
(1) art smock
(2) roll of paper towels
(2) box of tissues

Your child’s 4th grade teacher may require you to purchase a few more supplies. Those items will be listed in the letter you will receive in August.

The supplies listed above may need to be replenished throughout the school year.

2024-2025 5th Grade School Supplies List

1 package of Colored Pencils/or markers
2 packages of pencils *
1 Pointed Tip Scissors
1 Patterned "Fun" Folder
4 Glue Sticks *
3 packages of 3x3 Post-It Notes
1 Single Subject Wide-Lined Spiral Notebook
1 composition book
4 Dry Erase Markers, and 1 Clean Sock to Hold Dry Erase Markers *
1 Hand Held Pencil Sharpener with Shavings Compartment
One 1½ inch Three Ring Binder with Pockets
1 pair of Earbuds/Headphones *
1 Pencil Bag/Pouch
1 Art Smock
1 box of Tissues
1 Roll of Paper Towels
1 package of line paper

These items may need to be replenished during the year. Please note: If you already have these items and they are in good condition, there is no need to purchase brand new materials. If you have extra supplies you are willing to donate to help families in need, they will be gladly accepted.

Sixth Grade

2024-2025 6th Grade School Supplies List

2 packages of pencils *
1 three subject blue spiral notebook – (Math)
3 package of #2 pencils to start the year. (Pre-sharpened are beneficial -additional pencils will need to be purchased throughout the year as needed.)
1 Pencil case (To hold calculator, pencils, and earbuds daily)
1 Package of lined paper (wide rule)
1 Package of pre-sharpened colored pencils
1 Set of earbuds (to be left at school)
2 Black sharpie markers for art class
1 TI-30XS Multi View scientific calculator (will need it for 7th grade as well - This exact calculator is required and can be ordered online at Walmart, Staples, Target and Amazon)
Physical Education: Athletic Attire (No belts or buttons)
- Ex. T-shirt/Sweatshirt-Sweatpants/Shorts (weather appropriate) Sneakers, bathing suit & towel for swim
Recommended:
- Basket for top of locker for extra items (no larger than 10”x10”x10”)
- Case for Chromebook with a handle (8x12x1)

We will provide all students with a Plastic/ Poly Durable 10-Pocket Folder System “Nicky's Folders 10 in 1”

Rolling backpacks do not fit in lockers.

Most Importantly…1 YEAR FULL OF POSITIVE ATTITUDE & SMILES !!!

Seventh Grade

2024-2025 7th Grade School Supplies List

General: Pens / Pencils / Erasers / Loose-Leaf Paper / Headphones or Earbuds / Binder Pencil Pouch
English: 1.5” Binder / 3-pack of 3X3 Sticky Notes / 7 Dividers / Highlighters/ Pocket Folder with prongs
Science: 1: Binder with inside pockets
Math: 1.5” Binder / 3 Dividers / TI 30XS MultiView Calculator (solar is best) / Binder pouch for calculator
- All Math classes require students to have a calculator. Please be sure your child has the correct type and model of calculator as classroom instruction will be specific to the required calculator. Let your child’s teacher or counselor know if financial assistance is needed.
Social Studies: 4 Pocket Folders with center fasteners;
Foreign Language: 1 Pocket Folder.
Technology: 1 Pocket Folder w/3 clasps.
Art: 2 Black sharpie markers
Health: Any size Binder / Loose-Leaf Paper / Pencils.
Home & Careers: 1 Pocket Folder.
Physical Education: T-Shirt/Sweatshirt (weather appropriate), Gym Shorts/Sweatpants (weather appropriate), Sneakers (no crocs or boots), Swim Suit and Towel (a T-shirt can be worn). Deodorant is suggested.
Band: A two pocket folder for lessons. Lesson book you used last year (Titled “Standard of Excellence” for your instrument. Should have a red or blue cover)

Eighth Grade

2024-2025 8th Grade School Supplies List

General: Pens / Pencils / Erasers / Highlighters / Loose-Leaf Paper / Headphones or Earbuds
Math
- 1.5” binder
- 3-ring pencil pouch to store calculator and supplies in binder
- 4 whiteboard markers
- whiteboard eraser (any cloth/sock is fine)
- TI 30XS Multiview Calculator (same calculator used in 7th grade)
- Algebra students need the required TI-84 Plus graphing calculator
English
- 1 plastic pocket folder with prongs
- sticky notes
Earth Science
- 2 pocket folder with tabs/prongs
- 1-1.5” binder
- 4 dividers
Social Studies
- 1” binder
- 3 dividers
Physical Education
- t-shirt/sweatshirt (weather appropriate)
- gym shorts/sweatpants (weather appropriate)
- sneakers (no crocs or boots)
- swimsuit and towel
- deodorant is suggested to keep in locker
Health
- any size binder
Home & Careers
- 1.5 inch 3 ring binder
- 5 dividers
- 1 box #10 Envelope (4.25” x 9.5”)
- Pencils & Eraser
- 1 red pen
- 1 green pen or highlighter
World Language
- 1 pocket folder
Art Classes
- 1 black Sharpie
- pencil with eraser
Computer Class
- 1 pocket folder
Band
- 1 pocket folder for lessons
- lesson book used last year
- (titled “Standard of Excellence” for your instrument-has a red or blue cover)
Other items to consider
- water bottle
- stylus

Ninth to Twelfth Grade

2024-2025 9th - 12th Grade School Supplies List

All students Need:

Folders, pens, pencils, and paper
Bring your school-issued chromebook to classes
Ear buds/headphones suggested

Art: (Drawing & Painting I, II, and III)

Spiral or book bound sketchbook, 9 x 12 inches.
Computer Art, Graphic Design, and Introduction to Digital Media USB storage device
Wireless mouse. Average cost can range from $10-$20. Can be found at Walmart, Target, Staples, or on-line at Amazon.com. (A mouse, with a cord, can be used as a substitution so long as it has a USB connector.)
Earbuds or headphones compatible with Chromebooks and computers.
Art: (Drawing & Painting I, II, and III)

Business:

For all Business classes, students need a folder dedicated to that course.

English:

Each teacher will inform students of notebook requirements on the first day of class

Physical Education:

T-Shirt/sweatshirt (weather appropriate), gym shorts/sweatpants (weather appropriate), sneakers (no crocs or boots), swim suit (for girls 1 piece or tank-kini preferred and can wear a t-shirt with swim suit) and towel. Deodorant is suggested.

Math:

All math classes, with the exception of Algebra ABC and Career Math courses, will require: either a 3-ring one inch binder or folder, ruler, pencils, and a TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator. Some may require color pencils and highlighters.
Upper level Math courses- AP Calculus, AP Statistics, IB Math, Pre Calc and Algebra 2 will require (in addition to above): graph paper, notebook paper
TI 84 Plus graphing calculator: We highly encourage families to purchase their own calculator, but we do have calculators available for loan. Let your child’s math teacher know if you need to borrow a calculator. Your child will need this calculator for the first week of school, as it will be used and needed for homework/classwork.
The TI 84 Plus graphing calculator models vary: These calculators can be purchased at stores such as Walmart, Target, Staples, or on-line at Amazon.com. We suggest that you purchase these in early August to be able to take advantage of the back-to-school sales. However, be aware that several stores sell out as the first day of school approaches.
Please do not purchase TI 83 models. They are outdated.
Calculators (from left to right)
TI 84 Plus
- Battery Operated
- User Friendly
TI- 84 Plus Silver
- User Friendly
- Battery Operated
TI-84 Plus CE Silver
- Graphs in color
- Rechargeable - must keep cords
TI-84 Plus CE
- Graphs in color
- Rechargeable - must keep cords
- Matches calculator on smartboard

Music:

All Music Students:
Students enrolled in a music course at the Academy should have access to a pair of headphones for at home use.
They should also have a music stand at home to ensure that they are practicing/playing with good posture.
Orchestra and Band: Each student should have a method/etude book for their small group music lessons. This book is different for each student/group. Generally speaking, students will begin the academic year with the book that they used at the end of the prior year. Please contact a music teacher if further clarification is required.
Orchestra: Orchestra students must have rosin at home.

Science - Living Environment:

Living Environment: Common supplies needed no matter which teacher to whom you are assigned: Highlighter
- The Following supply needs are dependent on the particular teacher to whom you are assigned:
  - Teacher: Jordan
    - 1 inch binder
    - 5-tabbed dividers
  - Teacher: LaSota
    - 1- Two pocket folder
    - 1- composition notebooks (the sturdier the better)
    - Colored pens
    - Colored pencils (just for Living Environment)
    - Pencil pouch
  - Teachers: Morgan and Robbins
    - 2 inch binder
    - 2-two pocket folders
    - Colored pencils
  - Teacher: Zanowick
- 2 inch binder
- 5-tabbed dividers

Science - Earth Science:

Four function calculator (per State Education Department, graphing calculators are not allowed on the Regents exam)
3-ring binder (2")
Binder dividers
Notebook paper
Pens and pencils
2 two-pocket folders

Science - Chemistry (Regents or Honors):

Functioning mechanical pencil with an eraser or two traditional pencils with erasers. Pens are not acceptable.
3-ring notebook (1” or 2”)
Notebook paper
Graph paper
Scientific calculator (per State Education Department, graphing calculators are not allowed on the Regents exam)
Science - Chemistry (Regents or Honors)

Science - Chemistry in Action:

3-ring binder
1- two pocket folder
Pens or pencils

Science - Physics:

Physics
Calculator (scientific or graphing… per State Education Department, graphing calculators ARE allowed for physics)
Protractor
Ruler
3-ring notebook
Science - Physics:

Science - AP Physics: (both year 1 & 2):

Calculator
Binder for notes and papers
Protractor

AP/IB Biology:

3-ring binder: to hold and organize your stuff; probably 2”-2.5” will suffice
Paper: You’re going to have to write things down; loose leaf or spiral
Pens and pencils: Please have both.
Calculator
Optional: dividers, colored pencils/markers, ruler

AP Environmental Science/IB Ecosystems & Society:

3-ring binder: to hold and organize your stuff; probably 2” will suffice
Paper: You’re going to have to write things down; loose leaf or spiral
Pens/pencils: Please have both.
Optional: dividers, colored pencils/markers, ruler

Ecology:

Writing utensil (either pen or pencil)

Applied Science:

Writing Utensils
Two Pocket Folder or 3-ring binder

Forensics:

Writing Utensils
Two Pocket Folder or 3-ring binder

Social Studies:

AP Global 9
- 5 tab dividers
- 1 subject spiral notebook
- 2” Binder
Global 9
- Teachers: Mrs. Gioseffi and Mr. Canough
  - 1-2” Binder
  - 6 tab dividers
- Teacher: Mr. Chapman
  - Folder with 2 pockets
AP Global 10
- 1½”-2” Binders
- 10 tab dividers with replaceable labels
- Index cards (3x5 or 4x6)
- 1 subject spiral notebook
Global 10 (all)
- 1-2” Binder
AP US History
- One large 3-ring binder (1 1/2 or 2 inch)
- 5-8 Tab dividers for units
- Loose-leaf paper ----OR---- Spiral notebook
- 3-5 pocket folders for handouts
US 11 (all)
- 1-2” Binder
- Index cards (3x5 or 4x6)
- 10 tab dividers
AP Government & Politics
- One large 3-ring binder (1.5-2 inch)
- 5-8 Tab dividers for units
- Loose leaf paper OR spiral notebook
- 3-5 pocket folders for handouts
AP Macroeconomics
- Sturdy 3-ring binder, 1.5 inch or bigger
- Wide-ruled loose leaf paper with holes to insert into binder
- Pens (blue or black ink)
- #2 pencils
- Notebook dividers (7)
IB Psychology
- Loose notebook/binder
Folder or binder for handouts

Economics:

Three ring binder or folder
Chromebook
Pens and pencils

Gemini Psychology & Sociology

1” Binder or folder
1 subject spiral notebook

Participation in Government

Three ring binder or folder
Loose leaf paper/notebook
Pens
Highlighters

Technology Education

All Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Courses: (DDP, POE, DE, CIM, CEA, EDD), Introduction to Wood Working, Introduction to Metals and Plastics, Construction Systems, Manufacturing Systems, Transportation Systems
Pencils
Folder
- Photography, Introduction to Digital Media, Graphic Production, and Video Production
  - USB storage device

World Languages

All French classes *
- Binder or folder (student preference)
- Composition notebook
- Pens/pencils
- Highlighter
  - *A French/English dictionary is recommended for French IB classes
Spanish levels 1-3 and Spanish FLCC Gemini
- Binder or folder (student preference)
- Loose leaf paper
- Pens/pencils
- Highlighter
Spanish IB
- Binder
- Loose leaf paper
- Pens/pencils
- Highlighter