School Supplies 2026-2027

Select grade level:

    PreK-5th Grade Supplies

    All PreK-5th Grade Students

    Supply packs are purchased on behalf of the families and will be waiting for the students in their classroom on the student's first day of school. The cost of the supply pack will be added to the student's billing account for payment with August tuition for families enrolled prior to July 15th, and as part of the Enrollment Fee payment for families enrolling after July 15th.

    Preschool 3 Year Old Students

    Preschool 3 students should provide a 3 or 4 section, foldable nap mat with washable cover. No pillows or blankets allowed.

    3rd-5th Grade Students - STEM Class Supplies 

    3rd-5th grade students are responsible for purchasing their own Raspberry Pi computer and accessories for use in their weekly STEM class. The computer will be theirs to keep so they can continue their STEM enrichment over the summer months as well as for use during future STEM classes at Banff. Please order as soon as possible as Raspberry Pi's typically run out of stock before school begins!

    ALL 3RD-5TH GRADE STUDENTS

    • Raspberry Pi 5
      • Only Vilros or Canakit brands are allowed due to safety and quality issues with other brands. This model is available in a 4GB or 8GB version (8GB recommended). The case must be passively cooled (i.e are not fan-cooled ).
      • Multiple purchase options are provided in case one is sold out or backordered. Please order early as these items sell out very fast:
      • Wired headphones or ear buds. These should remain at school and not be taken home.
      • RPI Accessories:

    RETURNING STUDENTS
    Kits from last year (versions 4 or 5) may be re-used, provided that kits are not missing parts and all items are in good working order. ALL items on the list above are required, including the on/off switch and Zip loc bag, newly added for this year.

    Kits must include:

        • Raspberry Pi & Heat Sinks
        • Case & lid
        • Class 10 SD disk (pre-loaded with NOOBS or OS already installed)
        • Power Supply/Plug.
        • If you are missing any parts you can buy them individually from the Vilros or Cana websites.

    3rd-5th grade students will be told when to bring their Raspberry Pis and accessories to school - do not send to school on the first day! All items should be labeled with the student's name.

    6-12th Grade Supplies

    6th-12th grade students are responsible for the purchase (in advance) of their school supplies. These may be purchased at any supply store. Students should always have available general supplies such as pencils, pens, loose-leaf paper, etc. in their lockers.

    6th Grade

    English

    • 1 single-subject, college-ruled spiral notebook or composition book (Journal)
    • 1 separate college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook with pockets
    • 1 plastic folder with pockets

    Math

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 perforated graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder with 5 dividers (shared with Science)
    • 1 clear plastic ruler (centimeters and inches)

    Science

    • 1 multi-subject, college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook with pockets

    World Cultures

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 plastic folder with brads and pockets

    7th Grade

    English

    • 1 single-subject, college-ruled spiral notebook or composition book (Journal)
    • 1 separate multi-subject, perforated spiral notebook with pockets

    Math

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder with 5 dividers (shared with Science)
    • 1 clear plastic ruler (centimeters and inches)

    Science

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • Safety goggles

    Texas History

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder with 5 dividers (shared with English)

    8th Grade

    English

    • 1 single-subject, college-ruled spiral notebook or composition book (Journal)
    • 1 separate multi-subject, perforated spiral notebook with pockets
    • 1 plastic folder with pockets

    Algebra I

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 perforated graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder with 5 dividers (shared with Science)
    • 1 clear plastic ruler (centimeters and inches)
    • 1 protractor
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator

    Science

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • Safety goggles
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator

    American History

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 plastic folder with pockets
    • 1-inch binder with 5 dividers (shared with English)

    Middle School Electives

    STEM

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • Headphones or ear buds.
    • CD/Photo Storage Box New storage boxes should be purchased each year.
    • USB-A to USB-C adapter with data transfer
    • Canakit On/Off Switch   (OPTIONAL but useful)
    • Raspberry Pi 5 Kit - Only Vilros or Canakit brands allowed due to safety and functionality issues (No substituting components with phone chargers or other SD cards please!)
      • Option 1Students are responsible for purchasing their own Raspberry Pi computer and accessories for use in class daily. The computer will be theirs to keep so they can continue their STEM enrichment over the summer months, and future STEM classes at Banff. Please review the lists below as some sections apply to ALL students, some to new students and some to students with existing equipment (returning students).
    • ALL 6th-8th STEM students need:
    • Must be the at least an 8 GB version
    • The case must be fan-cooled (versus passive cooling)
    • Multiple purchase options are provided - please order before the last week of July, while there is availability, and prices are lower. Schools – nationwide – order in large quantities then, resulting in depleted stocks and lengthy delays on backorders.    

    6TH Grade only - RETURNING students

    6th Grade students will need the following items to adapt their Raspberry Pi 5 kits (used in elementary STEM class) for the 6-8th STEM curriculum. The links below are for Raspberry Pi 5 kits. if you have a Raspberry Pi 4 kit then you will need to purchase equivalent items from the Vilros and Cana websites, from the Raspberry Pi 4 section,  OR purchase a new Raspberry Pi 5 kit.

    Raspberry 5 kits –

    Option 1 (purchase both items)

    Option 2 (purchase all 3 items)

    All RETURNING Students

    Students may re-use a Raspberry Pi 5 kit provided the kit is in good working condition, complete with all parts (see contents list below). Incoming 6th grade students will need additional items to convert their kits to suitable ones for this class as the requirements are different than in Elementary grades.

    Raspberry Pi 5 kit contents list:

    • Raspberry Pi & Heat Sinks
    • Case & lid
    • Class 10 SD disk (pre-loaded with NOOBS or RPi 5 OS)
    • Power Supply/Plug (Vilros or Canakit brand only)
    • If you are missing any parts you can buy them individually from the Vilros or Cana websites.

    6TH Grade only - RETURNING students

    6th Grade students will need the following items to adapt their Raspberry Pi 5 kits (used in elementary STEM class) for the 6-8th STEM curriculum. The links below are for Raspberry Pi 5 kits. if you have a Raspberry Pi 4 kit then you will need to purchase equivalent items from the Vilros and Cana websites, from the Raspberry Pi 4 section,  OR purchase a new Raspberry Pi 5 kit.

    Raspberry 5 kits –

    Vocal Performance

    • Supplies will be communicated by the teacher the first week of school

    Theatre Production

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    Visual Arts

    • Sketchbook (7x10 inch)
    • Graphite/art pencils
    • Micron pens
    • Scissors
    • Ruler
    • Pencil bag (art-specific)

    21st Century Survival Skills

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    Conversational Spanish

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    High School

    English & American Literature

    • 1 single-subject, college-ruled spiral notebook or composition book (Journal)
    • 1 separate multi-subject, perforated spiral notebook with pockets
    • 1 plastic folder with pockets

    World History

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 plastic folder with pockets

    Government & Economics

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    Geometry

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder (shared with Science)
    • 1 compass
    • 1 protractor
    • 1 clear plastic ruler (centimeters and inches)
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator

    Algebra II

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder
    • 1 clear plastic ruler (centimeters and inches)
    • 1 protractor
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator

    Pre-Calculus

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 graph paper spiral notebook
    • 1-inch binder
    • 1 protractor
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator

    Biology

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • Safety goggles

    Chemistry

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator
    • Safety goggles

    Physics

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
    • 1 battery-powered TI-84 calculator
    • Safety goggles

    Spanish I & II

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    Computer Science

    Technology Requirement

    • Earbuds or headphones (required)

    High School Electives

    Theatre Production

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook

    Visual Arts

    • DSLR camera with SD card and storage drive
    • Graphite/art pencils
    • Micron pens
    • Scissors
    • Ruler
    • Pencil bag (art-specific)

    21st Century Survival Skills

    • 1 college-ruled, perforated spiral notebook
     

    General Supplies (All Students)

    • Colored pencils (12-count or larger)
    • 3" × 3" Post-it Notes (4-pack or larger)
    • Eraser (polymer recommended)
    • Pencil pouch
    • Small handheld pencil sharpener
    • Scissors
    • Scotch tape
    • Glue stick
    • Earbuds or headphones
    • Blue or black pens
    • Mechanical pencils and extra lead
    • Highlighters
    • Loose-leaf, college-ruled notebook paper
    • Laptop charging cable and power adapter

    Community Supplies (All Students)

    • 2 reams (500 sheets each) printer paper
    • 2 boxes facial tissues
    • 2 containers disinfecting wipes (not baby wipes)
    • 1 package dry-erase markers (4-count or larger)
    • 1 package 3" × 3" Post-it Notes (4-pack or larger)
    • 1 bottle hand sanitizer
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