Academere Middle School Supply List (Grades 6–8)

Required for All Students

  • Backpack (durable, school-appropriate)

  • Chromebook or laptop (school-issued or approved device)

  • Headphones or earbuds (for classroom use)

  • Planner or agenda

  • Refillable water bottle

General Classroom Supplies

  • #2 pencils (wooden or mechanical)

  • Blue or black pens

  • Erasers

  • Pencil pouch or case

  • Highlighters (2–3 colors)

  • Sticky notes

  • Index cards (3” x 5”)

Organization Supplies

  • 4–6 single-subject notebooks or one multi-subject notebook

  • 3-ring binder (1.5”–2”)

  • Dividers (6–8 tab)

  • Folder for each class (plastic preferred)

Math & Science

  • Scientific calculator (TI-30 or similar)

  • Ruler (12-inch / 30 cm)

  • Graph paper notebook

  • Protractor (recommended)

English & Social Studies

  • Composition notebooks (2 total)

  • Loose-leaf paper (college-ruled)

  • Highlighters or annotation tabs

PE / Health (if applicable)

  • Athletic shoes (non-marking soles)

  • PE uniform (per school policy)

  • Deodorant

  • Drawstring or small gym bag

Electives (as needed)

  • Art: sketchbook, drawing pencils (teacher will advise)

  • Music: instrument, folder

  • STEM / Technology: teacher-specific supplies may be requested

Optional but Recommended

  • Stylus (for touchscreen devices)

  • Portable charger

  • Personal tissues / hand sanitizer

  • Blue-light glasses

What NOT to Bring

  • Permanent markers (unless teacher-approved)

  • Correction fluid

  • Expensive or distracting items

  • Weapons or prohibited items (per school policy)

Note to Families

Teachers may request additional class-specific supplies during the first week of school.