Class Supplies & Fees

**Do not label supplies**

• $20 classroom donation per student. Available on the MPK8 webstore in August (MOST IMPORTANT!)
• 2 pkg Crayola Markers, 10 count regular colors
• 4 Elmer’s Glue Sticks 
• 1 pkg Crayola Crayons, 24 count  
• 1 bottle white Elmer’s Glue
• 2 pkg. Papermate Black Felt Tip Pens, 4 count  
• 8 Expo Dry Erase Markers, thin, black only
• 2 PURPLE pocket folders
• 1 pkg.  pencils, 8 count 
• Headphones, wired (not earbuds, not bluetooth)
• 1 notebook, wide ruled (1 subject) Plain colored (don’t get anything specific)
• (Optional for art donation) Crayola watercolor, 8 colors with paint brush.

Classroom Supplies 

• 2 boxes Kleenex
• 2 container disinfectant wipes
• 1 box gallon Ziploc bags (last name A-L)
• 1 box sandwich Ziploc bags (last name M-R)
• 1 box Dixie cups (last name S-Z)

• $20 classroom donation per student. Available on the MPK8 webstore in August
• 2 pkg Crayola Markers, 10 count regular colors  
• 1 pkg Crayola Crayons, 24 count  
• 2 Folders with 2 pockets, any color
• 1 pair Scissors, child size
• 1 pkg. Ticonderoga SHARPENED pencils, 12 count each  
• 2 erasers, pink rectangle
• 1 personal pencil sharpener w/lid
• 4 Expo Dry Erase Markers, thin
• 2 Glue sticks
• Headphones, wired (not earbuds, not bluetooth)
• (Optional for art donation) 10 count Crayola broad line markers, classic colors
• 1 spiral notebook, wide ruled (1 subject)
• (Optional for art donation) 1 pkg. Crayola broad line markers, classic colors, 10 count.

Classroom Supplies 

• 2 containers disinfectant wipes
• 1 box gallon Ziploc bags (last name A-L)
• 2 boxes kleenex (last name M-Z)

• $20 classroom donation per student. Available on the MPK8 webstore in August
• 1 pkg Crayola Markers, 10 count regular colors 
• 1 pkg Crayola Crayons, 24 count  
• 2 pkg Crayola Colored Pencils, 10-12 count  
• 1 pair Fiskar Scissors, medium size
• 1 pkg. Ticonderoga SHARPENED pencils, 12 count each  
• 1 personal pencil sharpener w/lid (not electric)
• 2 erasers, pink rectangle
• 2 Elmer’s Glue Sticks 
• 2 Papermate Black Felt Tip Pen
• 1 Three subject spiral notebook  
• 1 cloth pencil pouch w/zipper
• Headphones, wired that cover ears with cord for computer audio
• (Optional for art donation) 1 pkg. Crayola broad line markers, classic colors, 10 count.

Classroom Supplies 

• 2 boxes kleenex
• 2 containers disinfectant wipes

Label the following clearly with first and last name

• $20 classroom donation per student. Available on the MPK8 webstore in August

These supplies may need to be replenished at 2nd semester: 

• Headphones, wired  that cover ears (no bluetooth)
• 1 pkg Crayola Markers, 10 count regular colors  
• 1 pkg Crayola Crayons
• 3 composition notebooks (no spiral)
• 1 pack of loose leaf wide ruled paper
• 4 folders with pockets AND prongs
• 1 cloth pencil pouch w/zipper
• 24 Ticonderoga SHARPENED pencils 
• 2 erasers
• 2 Expo Dry Erase Markers
• 2 Papermate Felt Tip Pens  
• 1 Ruler 
• 1 pair of scissors
• 4 glue sticks
• 1 highlighter
• (Optional for art donation) 1 pkg. Crayola broad line markers, classic colors, 10 count.

Classroom Supplies - do not label

• 2 boxes kleenex
• 3 containers disinfectant wipes
• 1 box - gallon ziploc bags

• $20 classroom donation per student. Available on the MPK8 webstore in August

These supplies may need to be replenished at 2nd semester: 

• 1 pkg Crayola Markers, 10 count thin point
• 1 pkg Crayola Colored Pencils, 12 count  
• 1 pack lined paper-wide
• 2 lined Composition notebooks, wide ruled
• 2 GRAPH notebooks
• 1 pack highlighters
• 20-40 Ticonderoga SHARPENED pencils
• 1 pencil sharpener
• 2 cloth  pencil pouch 
• 1 pair Scissors, sharp 
• Headphones, wired (corded) NO earbuds or bluetooth
• 1 pack Expo Dry Erase Markers (any colors)
• 2 erasers
• glue sticks
• 2 Black Sharpies
• 2 pack Scotch Tape
• 3 boxes kleenex
• 3 containers disinfectant wipes

• (Optional for art donation) Crayola watercolor, 8 colors with paint brush.

 MONARCH PK-8--SIXTH GRADE SUPPLY LIST--- 2025-2026

Here's our back-to-school supply wish list. Try to get as many items as you can, but don’t worry if you can’t find everything. If you need help, just reach out to any CORE teacher. We usually have extras and are here to help!

GENERAL SUPPLIES 

• BVSD district rented Chromebook-- 1:WEB
• Wired earbuds  (cheap kind to keep at school) 

• 1 sturdy three prong plastic or paper folders with pockets (one will be your homework folder) - see this link for an example
• Pencils (package of 50 or more, to replenish individually as needed)-sharpened with erasers
• 2 Highlighters (2 different colors)
• Colored pencils
• Pencil Pouch (with zipper) 
• Expo Markers
• Requested optional donations: tissues (2), clorox wipes (2) 

CLASS-SPECIFIC SUPPLIES

Math:   List for students taking Advanced 1 or 6th-grade math

(Please refer to other grade level supply lists for other math classes)

• 3-ring 1” binder (Flex or Expandable is preferred.  Links are for reference only)
• 4 - 5  dividers 
• Graph paper in binder (20 sheets)
• Lined paper in binder (50  sheets)
• 1 pack of Expo markers (4 or more individual markers for student use)
• Calculator-Basic (Optional)

Reading / Language Arts:

• 1 Mead composition book to use as a Reader and Writer Notebook.
• 3-ring, ½ inch binder with 3 dividers (NOT larger than 1”)
• Lined paper 
• Binder stays in classroom

Science:

• 3-ring, 1.5” hardback binder
• Lined paper
• 2- 10 divider packs (need a total of 20 dividers all together)
• 1 box of Expo markers- multicolor - large box
• 1 pack of red pens
• Homework folder

Social Studies: 

• 3-ring 1/2” hardback binder with 3 dividers (NOT larger than 1”)
• 1 spiral notebook 
• Sharpened Pencils
• Colored pencils 

Exploratory Wheel:

• One folder with pockets

Spanish: 

• Kleenex (1 box)
• Notebook for notes
• 3-ring 1/2” hardback binder with 3 dividers (NOT larger than 1”)
• loose leaf paper to include in binder
• pencils 
• (optional: Index cards - 3” x 5” to create flash cards (3x100)

Band:

• 1” 3 Ring Binder with 10+ sheet protectors
• Scale and Rhythm Chunks band book - must be ordered online through this link, not carried by local stores. Don’t forget to scroll down to your child’s instrument.
• We will still be using Essential Elements For Band, Book 1 (same book as 5th grade - if your child is switching instruments they will need a new one for their new instrument)
• Concert Clothes (all black dress clothes- check Goodwill or similar - many families are able to find all concert clothes for under $15!)
• Individual needs will vary by instrument (flutes: cleaning cloth; clarinet/sax/oboe/bassoon: reeds, reed holder, and swab; brass: valve/slide/key oil and tuning slide grease; bass: patch cord and tuner; percussion: stick bag with sticks and mallets, such as the Innovative Percussion Intermediate Mallet Pack)

LOCKER SPACE IS LIMITED.  Please do not purchase binders larger than the requested size and Trapper Keepers or thick binders as the lockers cannot accommodate books and multiple large binders.  Lockers also cannot hold backpacks that have wheels.

SEVENTH GRADE SUPPLY LIST

2025-2026

Binders, Notebooks, Dividers, and/or Folders

• Sturdy 1 Subject Spiral Notebook 8 x 10 with folder pocket - full size (science notebook)
• 1 Mead Composition book (NOT spiral-ELA)
• Pocket folder (for homework)
• 2, 1.5-inch hardback binders with dividers (1 each for Math and SS) 
• 10 clear sheet protectors (band)

Paper

• Index cards - 3” x 5” to create flash cards (3x100 packs) 
• Loose-leaf notebook paper 
• Graph Paper (math)

Writing Utensils

• Pens (blue, black, red)
• Pencils, ­sharpened, with erasers (lots of them, and potentially more part way through the year)
• Pencil Bag
• 2 packs of whiteboard markers

Other

• Lab fee for science (will be assigned in August)
• 1 package sticky notes (3”x3”)
• 1 calculator (scientific) (With square root key) - not scientific 
• Earbuds or headphones (cheap kind to keep at school-no Airpods or bluetooth) 

Donations (give to Connect Teacher)

• 2 Boxes of Kleenex
• Cleaning Wipes
• 1 Package colored pencils
• 1 Package of Markers 
• 1-2 Refills of clear Scotch Tape (additional donations are appreciated) 
• 1-2 glue sticks 

LOCKER SPACE IS LIMITED​. Please do not purchase binders larger than the requested size or Trapper Keepers or thick binders as the lockers cannot accommodate books and multiple large binders. Lockers also cannot hold backpacks that have wheels.

PLEASE NOTE:  Individual teachers may be requesting additional supplies at the beginning of the school year.

HOW WILL SOME OF THE ABOVE SUPPLIES BE USED IN MY CLASSES

All Core Classes

• One folder with pockets for Homework
• Planner ( some way to keep up w assignments)
• Plug In Headphones (will be told when to bring to class)

Science: 

• Lab fee - will be assigned in August 
• 1 - 2 Refills of  clear Scotch Tape
• Sturdy 1 Subject Spiral Notebook 8.5” x 11” with folder pocket 
• Requested donations: wipes, Kleenex, Markers, Sharpies

 

Language Arts: 

• 1 Mead composition book to use as Writer’s Notebook. No spiral notebooks please

Math: Supplies for students taking Advanced 2 or 7th grade math

(Please refer to other grade level supply lists for or any other math classes)

• 3-ring - 1½ inch binder with at least 4 dividers 
• Calculator – scientific (not graphing)
• Graph and lined paper for taking notes included in the binder 
• Pencils 
• Colored Pencils
• Whiteboard markers (for student use)
• Requested optional donations: tissues, clorox wipes
  • The above items could be combined or part of the supplies for other classes.

Social Studies:

• 3 ring- 1½ inch binder 
• Lined paper - To be included in the binder

Spanish: 

• Kleenex (1 box)
• Notebook for notes
• 3-ring 1/2” hardback binder with 3 dividers (NOT larger than 1”)
• loose leaf paper to include in binder
• pencils 

• (optional: Index cards - 3” x 5” to create flash cards (3x100)

Band:

• 1” 3 Ring Binder with 10+ sheet protectors
• Foundations for Superior Performance band book for their instrument - available online or at any local music store
• Concert Clothes (all black dress clothes- check Goodwill or similar - many families are able to find all concert clothes for under $15!)
• Individual needs will vary by instrument (flutes: cleaning cloth; clarinet/sax/oboe/bassoon: reeds, reed holder, and swab; brass: valve/slide/key oil and tuning slide grease; bass: patch cord and tuner; percussion: stick bag with sticks and mallets, such as the Innovative Percussion Intermediate Mallet Pack)

EIGHTH GRADE SUPPLY LIST

2025-2026        

 GENERAL SUPPLIES:

• BVSD district rented Chromebook-- 1:WEB
• Pencils (and a sharpener) or mechanical pencils 
• Blue or black pens
• Pencil bag 
• Assignment Planner-- if not using Schoology planner
• Wired Earbuds or headphones for Chromebook use-- no wireless earbuds
• One 2-pocket folder for homework

SUBJECT SPECIFIC SUPPLIES:

Math:

• Calculator (optional)
  • 8th Grade: 
    • Scientific Calculator (this is a calculator that has square root button)
  • Algebra 1: 
    • Graphing Calculator (this calculator can be used and is recommended through high school)
      • Recommended  → TI-84 or TI-83
  • Geometry: 
    • Graphing Calculator (this calculator can be used and is recommended through high school)
      • Recommended  → TI-84 or TI-83
    • Protactor & Ruler

• 3-ring, 1” hardback binder with 4 dividers
• Graph Paper / Graph Paper Notebook is preferred. Normal notebook is okay
• Lots of Pencils or Mechanical Pencils 
• 1 Pack of Whiteboard Markers (for student use: fine or chisel tip, your preference).
• Requested optional donations: tissues, clorox wipes, pencils, expo erasers

Language Arts:

• Pens and Pencils
• 1 composition notebook (not a spiral)
• 1 package of sticky notes
• 1 highlighter pen
• 1 pocket folder with notebook paper
• 1 package of index cards
• 1 box of tissues

Science:

• One package of regular-size sticky notes
• One box of tissues
• science class fee covers additional supplies/ the cost of the science notebook

*One container of sanitizing wipes or hand sanitizer (if possible)

Social Studies:

• Sturdy 1 Subject Spiral Notebook 8.5” x 11” with folder pocket 
• 1 - 2 Refills of clear Scotch Tape
• pencils and optional colored pencils if you want your own colored pencils to use

Spanish: 

• Kleenex (1 box)
• Notebook for notes
• 3-ring 1/2” hardback binder with 3 dividers (NOT larger than 1”)
• loose leaf paper to include in binder
• pencils 
• (optional: Index cards - 3” x 5” to create flash cards (3x100)

Health:

• Something to write with and write on. A folder is recommended.

Band:

• 1 white with clear sleeve 1” 3 Ring Binder with 10 sheet protectors (will help to organize music)
• Foundations for Superior Performance band book for their specific instrument - available online or at any local music store
• Concert Clothes (all black dress clothes - Check Goodwill or similar! Many families are able to find all concert clothes for under $15!)
• Individual needs will vary by instrument (flutes: cleaning cloth; clarinet/sax/oboe/bassoon: reeds, reed holder, and swab; brass: valve/slide/key oil and tuning slide grease; electric bass: patch cord and tuner; percussion: stick bag with sticks and mallets, such as the Innovative Percussion Intermediate Mallet Pack)