Supply Lists

2026-2027

GEOMETRY SUPPLIES ARE LISTED ON THE GEOMETRY PAGE

ALL HUMANE LETTERS COURSES

*** You should develop the habit of keeping your supplies and books in the same place/bag and bringing them to each class meeting. Do not assume that extra materials or books will be available if you forget your own. You will lose House points if you have forgotten supplies or books. ***
  • Sewn binding notebooks (Composition books or other) – NOTE: Spiral bound and loose-leaf are not recommended because they connote impermanence. High-quality paper or cloth binding will not shed in years to come like imitation leather does. If you need ideas, Staples seems to have several options; also Blick art supplies, Paperblanks, Blackn’Red, and Moleskine.
    • 1 for class notes <= One per course (If you take lots of notes or have a small notebook, you may want 2)
    • 1 for commonplacing your readings <= Can be used across all courses, or you may want a commonplace book for each course
    • All writing tutorial students – Composition book recommended: 1 for all writing tutorial assignments <= One per course for which you have a writing tutorial
  • 1 portfolio or binder for all course documents and hand-outs <= Can be used across all courses; Sheet protectors or heavy plastic pocket dividers are highly recommended for your course documents. NOTE: You will receive ONE copy of your course documents in the first day of class and they will NOT be replaced – you must keep them carefully for the entire year. If you are in a course that requires a research paper (U.S. History, Writing III stand-alone, Writing III Supplement), you will need to keep your research organized also.
  • Pens/pencils <= Can be used across all courses; Recommendations:
    • Writing tutorial students will be required to scan/photograph handwritten work, so you should have very dark pencils or black pens for a clear image.
    • Fountain pens (Speedball are the best) are recommended for commonplacing.
    • If color-coding your work helps you follow your train of thought, I highly recommend colored pens.
  • Writing I students and Middle School History students: Pack of 100 index cards (and something to hold them in!)
  • OPTIONAL: <= Can be used across all courses
    • A sturdy, dedicated bag or satchel for your work – Students: Take responsibility to be prepared. Keep all your course materials, supplies, and current books in your bag; keep it in the same place in your room; keep it clean and well-stocked – think like a fireman: when you need it, it needs to be completely ready. Again, you will lose House points for missing books or supplies.
    • Planner for scheduling your work – Students: Take responsibility to plan your week and your term. List all due dates and all assignments due from the beginning.
    • Marking in your books is strongly recommended; but if you do not plan to write in your books, sticky notes for marking key passages will be useful
    • Adhesive tabs or washi tape for marking key pages in your notebook
    • Your preferred calligraphy/art supplies for Scriptorium Days (can include old-fashioned ink/nib pens, calligraphy pens, markers, colored pencils, oil pastels, specialty paper, etc.) *Some supplies will be available, but you are welcome to bring your own!

ART SUPPLIES ALSO NEEDED FOR FINE ARTS

  • Sketchbook (9″x12″ is a good size)
  • Drawing pencils (basic set, with charcoal and blending tortillons)
  • Artists’ painting paper <= Note that you may want to use binder clips or a clip board to keep your paper flat
  • Acrylic paints (at least black, white, red, blue, yellow)
  • Watercolor paints (at least black, red, blue, yellow)
  • Paint brushes (mix of large, medium, and fine tips)
  • Paper plates or paint palette
  • Small jar or cup for water
  • A portfolio or binder to display your work for Defense Day
  • Optional but strongly recommended: Apron or large shirt