School Supply Lists

CASSADAGA VALLEY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

School Supply Lists

*For subjects not listed, students should plan on bringing standard materials the first day of school*

Middle School---Grades 6-8

6th grade

Color Coding for the folders:  ELA-Orange, Math-Red, Science-Green, Social Studies-Blue

For all classes- 1 box of tissues for Homeroom, pencils, several good erasers (pink pearl), wide ruled 3-ring notebook paper, scissors (7 inch size are best), crayons (small box), colored pencils, highlighters, pencil case/pouch, HEADPHONES/EARBUDS

English- folder (2 pocket, orange), sticky notes

English or Math with Ms. Riforgiat- composition notebook

Social Studies- 2 pocket blue folder

Math- folder (2 pocket, red), pencils

Science- folder (2 pocket, green), green composition book (at least 100 pages)

Agriculture 6- small notebook, pencils, markers, folder

Art 6- pencils, erasers, lined paper and a folder, handheld pencil sharpener

Music 6- recorder with German Fingering preferred (*Optional- if you do not wish to purchase your own recorder, one will be provided to you), pencil, folder

Band 6- Students provide their own instrument and cleaning rods/brushes. Instruments are usually rented from a local music store, unless specific arrangements are made with Mrs. Zenns at school regarding one of the larger school instruments to borrow. You will be provided with the Essential Elements book and/or technique book for your instrument, solo repertoire, several pieces of sheet music, and a band folder from the school, in addition to reeds and other supplies needed. 

7th grade

*Box of tissues for homeroom teacher

Color Coding for the folders, binders and notebooks:  ELA-Orange, Math-Red, Science-Green, Social Studies-Blue

English- half-sized composition notebook, Orange plastic folder (two pockets and rings in the center), loose leaf paper for the folder, notebook of extra paper, pens (blue or black only), pencils, highlighter, Elmer’s Glue, scissors

Social Studies- pens and pencils, blue folder with pockets, glue stick and markers are helpful but not required, loose leaf paper, headphones

Math 7 and Transitional Math 7/8 (Advanced Math)- 3-ring binder (1 ½ inch), pencils (NO pens), erasers, highlighter, loose leaf lined paper, calculator (Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS)

Science (Life Science)- #2 pencils with hand-held pencil sharpener

Art 7- pencils, lined paper, folder

Music 7- recorder with German Fingering preferred (*Optional- if you do not wish to purchase your own recorder, one will be provided to you), pencil, folder

pencil, folder, notebook paper

Health 7- pen/pencils

Home & Career Skills 7- pencil/pen, lined paper, yellow folder, earbuds or headphones

Band 7/8- Students provide their own instrument and cleaning rods/brushes. Instruments are usually rented from a local music store, unless specific arrangements are made with Mrs. Zenns at school regarding one of the larger school instruments to borrow. You will be provided with the Essential Elements book and/or technique book for your instrument, solo repertoire, several pieces of sheet music, and a band folder from the school, in addition to reeds and other supplies needed. 

8th grade

Color Coding for the folders, binders and notebooks:  ELA-Orange, Math-Red, Science-Green, Social Studies-Blue

English- ½ inch 3-ring binder, 8 tab dividers, loose leaf paper, pencils, small composition notebook, sticky notes, tissues, highlighters (optional)

Social Studies- blue folder with pockets, notebook paper, blue or black pens, box of tissues, headphones

Math 8- lots of pencils!, calculator (Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS or TI-34II) if you would like to have your own, headphones or earbuds

Algebra-8- 3 ring binder (min. 2 inch), pens and pencils, loose leaf paper and a TI-84 plus graphing calculator (one is provided at school, but it's nice to have one at home)

Science- Green 3-ring binder (at least one inch), blue or black pens, pencils, 2 two pocket folders, loose leaf college-ruled notebook paper, composition book, headphones

Art 8- pencils, lined paper, folder

Home & Career Skills 8- folder with pockets, filler paper, pencil or pen (no red), earbuds or headphones

Spanish 1- binder, folder with pockets

Band 7/8- Students provide their own instrument and cleaning rods/brushes. Instruments are usually rented from a local music store, unless specific arrangements are made with Mrs. Zenns at school regarding one of the larger school instruments to borrow. You will be provided with the Essential Elements book and/or technique book for your instrument, solo repertoire, several pieces of sheet music, and a band folder from the school, in addition to reeds and other supplies needed. 

High School---Grades 9-12

High School Math

Algebra-R- 3 ring binder (min. 2 inch), pens and pencils, loose leaf paper and a TI-84 plus graphing calculator (one is provided at school, but it's nice to have one at home)

Algebra 1-A- 3 ring binder, loose leaf paper, pack of markers, pencils and erasers, TI-84 calculator (one is provided at school, but nice to have one at home), box of tissues

Algebra 1-B- 3 ring binder, loose leaf paper, pack of markers, pencils and erasers, TI-84 calculator (one is provided at school, but nice to have one at home), box of tissues

Applied Geometry- 3 ring binder (min. 2 inch), loose leaf paper, pens and pencils and a calculator with trigonometric capabilities

Geometry- Required Materials:  3-Ring Binder (3 inch preferred, minimum 2 inch), loose leaf paper, pens, pencils, erasers, compass, protractor

Recommended Materials:  Graphing Calculator (TI-83 or higher)

Algebra 2- 3 ring binder (min. 2 inch), loose leaf paper, pens and pencils, folder, at least 4 AAA batteries for their TI-84 Plus calculator

Pre-Calculus- Notebook or a binder with loose leaf paper, a writing utensil, and at least 4 AAA batteries for their TI 84-Plus Calculator

Calculus- notebook or binder with loose leaf paper, a writing utensil, and at least 4 AAA batteries for their TI-84 Plus Calculator

Business Math- folder or binder with three-hole prongs, pens or pencils

High School Science

Life Science:  Biology- 3 ring binder (min. 2 inch), pens and pencils, highlighters

Earth Science- Earth Science: 3 ring binder (2") , 4-function calculator, Pens and Pencils, and loose leaf paper.

Physics- 3 ring binder (2"), Scientific or Graphing Calculator, Protractor (small or large), Ruler (6" or 12"), Pens and Pencils, and loose leaf paper

Animal Science- notebook, pencils, 3 ring notebook

Meat & Food Science- apron, notebook, pencils

Conservation & Forestry- one composition book, pair of rubber boots are suggested

Field Journaling- one composition book, pair of rubber boots are suggested

STEM/GIS- single composition book or spiral bound notebook

High School Social Studies

Global Studies 9- 3 ring binder with pocket or added folder, lined paper, and blue/black pens.  A box of tissues to share with the class.

Global 10- 1 inch 3 ring binder or a durable folder with pockets, black or blue ink pens, loose leaf paper

optional: colored pencils, highlighters, post-it notes (highlighters and colored pencils are provided for class use; some students prefer to have their own supplies)

American History- 3 ring binder, good thick notebook at least 100 pages, folder, blue and/or black pens

Economics- small binder, pens, lined paper

Government- small 3 ring binder, notebook paper, blue or black pens

High School English

English 9- 2-3 inch 3 ring binder with dividers, folder with pockets, 3 pronged folder, loose leaf paper, pens, composition notebook, index cards to make flashcards

English 10- 1 ½ “ 3 ring binder with dividers (no spiral notebooks), loose-leaf paper, highlighter, post-it pad, pens (dark blue or black)

English 11- 1 ½ “ 3 ring binder with dividers, loose-leaf 

Paper or notebook, highlighter, post-it pad, pens (dark blue or black), pencils, and a folder with pockets

English 12- two-pocket folder, loose leaf paper, pencils, sticky notes, tissues, highlighters (optional)

JCC English 1510 (Seniors)- two-pocket folder, loose leaf paper, pencils, sticky notes, tissues, highlighters (optional)

High School Foreign Language

Spanish 2, 3 and JCC Spanish- binder or folder, writing utensil, students may donate tissues for extra credit

High School Electives

Studio Art- pencils, erasers, lined paper and a 3-ring binder (1 inch or larger), handheld pencil sharpener

Drawing and Painting- pencils, erasers, lined paper, 3 ring binder (1 inch or larger) and a sketchbook that is either spiral bound or bound like a book and must be least 8" x 10" and contain a minimum of 50 pages (or buy multiple sketchbooks), handheld pencil sharpener

Ceramics 1 & 2- pencils, lined paper and a 3 ring binder (1 inch or larger)

Advanced Art- pencils, erasers, lined paper, 3 ring binder (1 inch or larger) and a sketchbook that is either spiral bound or bound like a book and must be least 8" x 10" and contain a minimum of 50 pages (or buy multiple sketchbooks), handheld pencil sharpener

Photography- 3 ring binder, lined paper, pencils, SD card

Yearbook- folder, pencils, lined paper

Computer Art/Design- 3 ring binder (1 inch or larger), lined paper, pencils

Foods 1 and 2- folder with pockets, filler paper

Parenting and Child Psychology- composition notebook

JCC Education- 2 inch binder, dividers, 1 subject notebook

JCC Photography & JCC Ceramics- spiral bound sketchbook, folder, pencils, lined paper (JCC Photo needs an SD card)

Senior High Health- pens/pencils

Ag Mechanics- tape measure, pack of permanent markers, notebook, pencils, closed toe shoes (welding helmet and welding jacket is optional, but recommended)

Agribusiness- notebook, pencils, 3 ring binder

Work Readiness- 1 inch binder with dividers

Musical Theatre- 3-ring binder or folder, notebook or lined paper for note taking, pencils

Sound Recording Technology- 3-ring binder or folder, notebook or lined paper for note taking, pencils

HS Concert Band- Students provide their own instrument and cleaning rods/brushes. Instruments are usually rented from a local music store, unless specific arrangements are made with Mrs. Zenns at school regarding one of the larger school instruments to borrow. You will be provided with the Essential Elements book and/or technique book for your instrument, solo repertoire, several pieces of sheet music, and a band folder from the school, in addition to reeds and other supplies needed. 

JCC Music Theory- 1.5 inch binder, headphones, 50 loose leaf sheets of music manuscript paper, 10-12 staves per sheet

JCC Music Appreciation- 1.5 inch binder, headphones

Guitar- Your own picks, medium or thin