School Supply Lists

Kindergarten Supply List 

_{Updated 7/03/25}

• Black T-shirt for field trips
• Crayons (2)
• Pencils (2 boxes of 24)
• Glue sticks (6)
• Scissors (2 pair)
• primary draw & write journals (2)
• Primary handwriting paper with dotted lines (smart start k-1 preferred)
• Primary story writing paper
• Earbuds/headphones 
• A change of clothes

The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is encouraged for individual students but not mandatory:

• Kleenex
• Hand sanitizer 
• Face masks

1st Grade Supply List

Updated 7/03/25

• Grey shirt for field trips
• Personal Headphones (Dollar Store Kind is Fine)
• 1 Large Backpack (No Wheels)
• 1 Pencil Pouch or Regular Sized School Box (no oversized)
• 1 Pack of Ruled Loose Leaf Notebook Paper
• 3 Plastic Pocket Folders
• 4 Marble Composition Notebooks (Wide Ruled)
• 2 Packs of 12 #2 Pencils
• 1 Pack of Pink Erasers
• 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers
• 3 Packs of Glue Sticks
• 2 Boxes of 24 Crayons
• 2 Pairs of Fiskar Safety Scissors (Blunt end)
• 2 rolls of Paper towels
• 1 Spiral notebook
• 3 boxes of Kleenex
• 2 bottles of Hand sanitizer
• Face mask
• Clorox wipes-3 container

Note: The pencil pouches or boxes will stay at the school, so children are prepared each day, without worrying about forgetting it at home.

2nd Grade Supply List

Updated 7/03/25

• Backpack (labeled with student name)
• 1 pair of over-the ear headphones (labeled with student name in Ziploc bag or headphone case)
• 1 pencil pouch (labeled with student name)
• 4 comprehension books (2 per teacher)
• 3 folders (2 for reading, 1 for homework)
• 2 boxes of pencils (1 per teacher)
• 2 boxes of crayons (1 per teacher)
• 2 packs of black dry-erase markers (1 per teacher)
• 1 5 pack of glue sticks
• 2 pair of blunt-tipped scissors
• 1 box of colored pencils (optional)
• 1 3-pack of disinfecting wipes (optional)
• 1 pack of hand sanitizer (optional)
• 1 3-pack of tissue boxes
• All second-graders will wear any blue shirt on field trips for easy identification and grouping.

3rd Grade Supply List

Updated 7/03/25

• *Headphones in a ziplock bag labeled with the student's name
• 2 folders with pockets
• 2 pairs of blunt-tip scissors
• 4 composition books
• 1 pencil pouch
• 4 glue sticks
• 4 packs of pencils
• 2 highlighters
• 1 pack of dry erase markers
• 2 boxes of crayons
• 1 box of markers or colored pencils
• 1 ruler
• 1 Three Ring Binder
• 1 personal pencil sharpener
• Fieldtrip T-Shirt: Orange

4th Grade Supply List

Updated 7/20/25

The following are encouraged but not mandatory:

• boxes of facial tissues
• bottles of handsanitizer
• disinfecting wipes
• paper towels
• Ziploc bags

5th Grade Supply List

Updated 7/20/25

• All fifth-graders will wear any purple shirt on field trips for easy identification and grouping.

• 5x Glue Sticks
  • White only
• 1 box 12/24 color pencils
• 1 pack Post-in notes
  • Various Colors
• 3 packs Loose Leaf Paper
• 1 pack Colored Highlighters
• 3 boxes No. 2 pencils
  • No mechanical pens please
• 1 pair Pointed tip student scissors
• 4x Composition notebooks

The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is encouraged for individual students but not mandatory:

• Kleenex
• Hand sanitizer
• Face masks
• Gloves

Math, Science & Health Supplies

• 3 Composition Notebooks
• 3 Two-Pocket Folders
• 1 Pack of Wide-Ruled Loose Leaf Paper
• 1 Pair of Earbuds or Headphones
• 1 Box of #2 Pencils
• 2 Large Erasers
• 1 Pair of Scissors
• 1 Box of Dry Erase Markers
• 1 Box of Crayons
• 1 Box of Markers or Colored Pencils

The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is encouraged for individual students but not mandatory:

• Kleenex
• Hand sanitizer
• Face masks
• Gloves

6th Grade Supply Lists

Updated 7/03/25

Reading/Language Arts

• Notebook paper
• Dry Erase Markers
• Pencils
• Sticky Notes
• Boxes of Tissues

Math

• 2 Packs of Graph paper
• 4 Pack of Loose leaf paper
• 1 Pair of Scissors
• 1 2 inch -3 Ring Binder
• 1 5 tab dividers
• 1 electric pencil sharpner

Science

• 1 Marble Composition Notebook
• 2 Red Ink Pens
• 5 Sharpened #2 Pencils 
• Clorox Wipes
• Kleenex
• 1 2-Pocket Folder

WISH LIST: Neon Cardstock

7th Grade Supply Lists

Updated 7/25/25. Science recently updated.

Reading/Language Arts

• 2-Pocket Folders
• Notebook Paper
• 2 Sharpended Pencils
• 2 Marbled Journals
• Index Cards
• Pack of Sticky Notes
• Box of tissue

Math

• 2 Packs of College lined Looseleaf paper
• 2 Composition journals (labeled with your name)
• 1 Box of Blue/Black Pens
• 2 Packs of Dry Erase Markers
• 2 Packs of # 2 Pencils
• 1 Permanent Marker
• 1 Pack of Multi-Colored Highlighters
• 1 Box of Colored Pencils
• 2 Glue Sticks
• 1 Pair of Scissors
• 1 Ruler
• 1 Pack of Index Cards
• 1 Pack of Post it Notes
• 1 Pack of Graph Paper
• 1 Roll of Paper Towels
• 1 Package of Ear Buds (keep in your locker)
• Backpack
• Pencil Pouch
• 1 Pocket Folder
  • (Red - Math 7 Course)
  • (Orange - Accelerated 2 Course)
• Additional: (Recommended…. but not required)
  • Combination Lock
  • Locker Accessories
  • Personal Organizer/Calendar
  • USB Drive

Science updated 8/12/25

• Blue/ Black/ Red ink pens
• 5 #2 sharpened pencils, daily
• 2 composition notebooks
• colored pencils 8/12 count
• highlighters
• loose leaf paper
• 1 2-pock plastic folder
• Clorox Wipes
• Post-It Notes
• Possible donations: hand sanitizer, Lysol, paper towels, tissues

Social Studies

8th Grade Supply Lists

Updated 7/03/25. Science udpated on 8/12/25

Reading/Language Arts

• Sticky Notes
• Pencils
• Notebook Paper
• Pens
• Boxes of tissue
• Pens
• Folders

Math

• 1 Box of Colored Pencils
• 10 Glue sticks
• 2 Packs of Graph paper
• 4 Pack of Loose leaf paper
• 2 Post-It Notes
• 1 set of earbuds
• 1 Ruler
• 2 Boxes of #2 Pencls
• 1 Pack of HIghlighters
• 1 Pair of Scissors
• 1 2-inch - 3 Ring Binder
• 1 5 tab dividers

Science updated 8/12/25

• 1 Box of Colored Pencils
• 1 spiral notebooks
• pencils
• Black or Blue ink pens
• Flash cards
• Coloring materials
• Sticky notes
• ruler
• graph paper
• Donations of the following are appreciated: tissues, hand sanitizer, & wipes

8th Grade students will need daily:

• Pencils
• Loose leaf lined paper
• Pens

8th Grade students will need occasionally:

• Colored pencils
• Tri-fold board
• Poster board
• Headphones
• Glue

Chorus Majors Supply List

• 1x Composition Notebook
• 1x Binder
  • 2" 3 Ring Binder
• 4x Dividers
• Pencils
• Metronome
• Recorder
  • Digital Recorder

Dance Department Supply Lists

Updated 7/03/35

Primary Grades K-2:

• ✅ Comfortable activewear (leggins or sweatpeants)
• 🚫 No jeans, shorts, or skirts
• ✅ Socks (black perferred)

Intermediate Grades 3-5:

• ✅ White T-shirt
• ✅ Black, gray, or blue sweatpants
• ✅ Black socks

Female Students - Additional Options:

• ✅ Black leggings (instead of sweatpants, if preferred)
• ✅ Leotard and tights (optional, not required)

Please ensure all attire is labeled with the stuudent's name. Proper attire supports freedom of movement, safety, and classroom focus.

Grades 6-8 (9 Week Non-Majors):

All students are expected to arrive prepared and appropriately dressed for participation.

Required Attire for All Students (Male & Female)

• ✅ White T-shirt
• ✅ Black sweatpants or black leggings
• ✅ Black socks
• ✅ 3-pronged, 2-pocket folder (for handouts, journal entries, and choreography notes)

Note: Dance shoes and traditional leotards/tights are not required for this 9-week session.

Dance Majors:

📚 Student Supply List – 2025-2026 Dance Program

To ensure all students are fully prepared for class and performances, please review the required attire and materials below:

For Female Students

• ✅ Black tank-style or camisole leotards
• ✅ Flesh-toned convertible tights
• ✅ Black jazz shoes
• ✅ Flesh-toned ballet slippers
• ✅ 3-pronged, 2-pocket folder (for journal entries, handouts, and choreography notes)

For Male Students

• ✅ White fitted T-shirt
• ✅ Black sweatpants or dance pants
• ✅ Black compression shorts (to be worn under pants)
• ✅ Black jazz shoes
• ✅ Black ballet slippers
• ✅ 3-pronged, 2-pocket folder (for journal entries, handouts, and choreography notes)

Please label all dancewear and supplies with your child's name to prevent mix-ups. Students are expected to bring their folder to every class session.

Theatre Department Supply List

Updated 7/03/25

Drama Majors Only

• 1 Journal (Compossition or Spiral)
• Pencils
• Highlighters

Media Arts Supply List

Most Recently Updated Media Arts Supply List

Grades K-2

Wired Headphones

• These should not be expensive. Students will actively try to break these and even expensive cables get metal fatigue. Dollar store headphones are more than sufficient.
• Built-in microphones are not required for this age group, but are allowed.
• Bluetooth headphones should NOT be brought as connectivity (and charged batteries) cannot be guaranteed.

Grades 3-5

Wired Headsets

• Some lessons will require access to a microphone. Headphones with built-in microphones solve this issue.
• While more expensive headsets exist, you are encouraged to NOT spend more than $20.
• When given a choice between ⅛” headphone jack or USB, the ⅛” headphone jack will be compatible with more devices while USB will usually provide better audio quality but for a higher price.
• Bluetooth headphones should NOT be brought as connectivity (and charged batteries) cannot be guaranteed.

Media Arts Majors

Wired Headsets

• Some lessons will require access to a microphone. Headphones with built-in microphones solve this issue.
• While more expensive headsets exist, you are encouraged to NOT spend more than $50.
• When given a choice between ⅛” headphone jack or USB, the ⅛” headphone jack will be compatible with more devices while USB will usually provide better audio quality but for a higher price.
• Bluetooth headphones should NOT be brought as connectivity (and charged batteries) cannot be guaranteed.

Optional Purchases 

These are not required to complete the coursework, but will allow for coursework to be completed outside of school hours. With rare exceptions, these devices should NOT be brought to school.

• Home Computer (Mr. Smith’s opinionated buying guide can be found here.)
• Camera (Mr. Smith’s opinionated buying guide can be found here.)

Technology Concepts (Media Arts 9 Week Elective)

Wired Headsets

• Some lessons will require access to a microphone. Headphones with built-in microphones solve this issue.
• While more expensive headsets exist, you are encouraged to NOT spend more than $20.
• When given a choice between ⅛” headphone jack or USB, the ⅛” headphone jack will be compatible with more devices while USB will usually provide better audio quality but for a higher price.
• Bluetooth headphones should NOT be brought as connectivity (and charged batteries) cannot be guaranteed.

CS Discoveries (8th Grade Required Course)

• Students do not need any additional materials for this class.

Piano Supply List

• Black 2 inch, 3 ring binder
• Piano Practice Journal
• Pencils
• Yellow highlighter
• Folder Dividers
• Scales, Chords, Arpeggios, and Cadences
• Junior Hanon

Due To Staffing Changes, Supply List May Be Adjusted

Band Supplies

Benjamin D. Foulois MS Band Materials List

Mr. R. Carter, Director
All students

Can be purchased online or at Music & Arts

• Measures of Success Book 2 
• The books will be provided by the school this year.
• Black 1-inch, 3-Ring binder with plastic sheet covers to insert music.
• All Sheet Music provided in class (placed inside binder)
• Box of Pencils (NO PENS USED IN BAND CLASS)

FORMAL Concert Attire

• Option 1: Southeastern Performance Apparel CHORALE DRESS (D549 - ladies sizes, D427 youth sizes)
• Option 2: Southeastern Performance Apparel Poplin Vest Ensemble with Tuxedo Pant & Bow Tie

INFORMAL Performance Attire

• All Students:
• BDF Band T-Shirt (click here to submit your t-shirt size)
• Black or Blue Jeans
  

Woodwind Players
**Instrument Swabs**

Reeds (no reeds for flute)
Vandoren (size 2 ½*) for Clarinet & Saxophone

   *advanced students may purchase size 3 reeds at the teacher’s direction.

Percussion Students

Stick & Mallet Pack w/ Bag
Steve Weiss Music Liberty One Basic Stick Pack 

or
Salyers Percussion Intermediate Student Pack (Music & Arts Item#: 1428188)

**YOU MUST HAVE YOUR INSTRUMENT IN CLASS EVERYDAY**

Instrument Specific Supplies

Orchestra Supplies

Updated 7/03/25

Middle School Orchestra 

• Snark Brand Chromatic Tuner (All instrument version sells between $13-$15)
• Extra strings for instrument 
• Rosin (rosin in a wood block sells between  $3-6)

Elementary Orchestra 

• Snark Brand Chromatic Tuner (All instrument version sells between $13-$15)
• Rosin (rosin in a wood block sells between  $3-6)

K-8 Physical Education Supplies

updated 7/03/25

Students are to wear clothes that are appropriate for physical activity so that they can move around freely and safely.

Appropriate Clothing Items:

• T-shirt
• Sweatshirt
• Shorts
• Sweatpants
• Leggings
• Sneakers (no Crocs, boots, platform shoes)
• Students should bring their own personal water bottles labeled with their name.

Middle School Health

Students should come to class prepared with the following:

• One 2-Pocket Folder identified for Health Class 
• Sharpened Pencils
• Loose-leaf Paper
• An Open-Mind to Learning