School Supplies
School Supplies
Dear Minoa Families,
We are so excited to have your child with us at Minoa Elementary for the 2026-27 school year! Classroom assignments will be sent out in early August. The East Syracuse Minoa School District provides classroom supplies for your child, so there is no need to worry about a lengthy shopping list..
Below you will find a list of any optional or additional items your child is welcome to bring, as well as any classroom donations that are always appreciated.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher.
We can't wait to see everyone in September!
Best regards,
Mr. Gerst
Principal, Minoa Elementary School
#GoMinoa
Supply lists by grade
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The following school supplies will be provided to all students. Items will be community supplies for all students to use: crayons, markers, colored pencils, glue sticks, glue bottles, dry-erase markers, highlighters, pencils, erasers and scissors.
Below is a checklist of recommended items for your child. Please contact us if you have any questions.
- Large Backpack (side pockets for water bottles are recommended).
- At orientation, you will receive a bus tag. Fill it out and return it on the first day of school. If you are uncertain about your child’s bus number, please contact the bus garage before the first day of school. Teachers will laminate and attach the tag to the outside of their backpack on the first day.
- Water Bottle (Ensure the bottle has a secure top closure.) Label with name.
- Water bottles are sent home every day to be cleaned and refilled with WATER ONLY. Ensure your child can open and close the bottle independently. A refill station is located outside our classroom.
- Extra Clothes in case of accidents.
- Place in a large plastic zipper bag. Label with name. Suggestions: underwear, socks, pants, shorts and a shirt
- Beach Towel for “Quiet Time.”
- Label with name. No yoga mats or blankets. Beach towels will be sent home periodically for washing.
- Sneakers for PE and Outdoors.
- We go outside every day, so be sure to send in an extra pair of sneakers or wear them every day.
- One small snack every day/ keep separate from the lunch box.
- Supply a spoon, if needed for a snack.
- Lunch Box
- Breakfast and lunch will again be complimentary, but you can create a meal charge account and deposit money for snacks. Visit the ESM Food Services page to set up your account.
- Headphones.
- Label with name. Earbuds are NOT recommended as they are uncomfortable and often fall out of their ears.
Donations:- Paper towels
- Baby wipes (flushable)
- Clorox wipes
- Ziplock bags (sandwich or gallon size)
- Tissues
The first day of Kindergarten is an exciting adventure for everyone! It's an excellent opportunity to discuss your child's belongings and the importance of staying organized. As they settle into their new routines, it may take a little time to adjust to transportation, school, teachers, classmates and lunch arrangements. We can't wait to meet your child and are looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!Thank you!
- Large Backpack (side pockets for water bottles are recommended).
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We have all the daily supplies for each student!
Donations are always welcome:
- Tissues
- Baby wipes
- Clorox wipes
- Zip lock bags (any size, slider seal preferred)
Optional Items:
We will have these items for your child, or you can bring your own!- Personal headphones for Chromebook use (no cordless)
- Durable take-home folder
- Notebook for quiet time
We are excited to meet you all!Sincerely,
Mrs. Dimon
Mrs. Lidell
Ms. Kane -
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This year, as a grade level, we are providing most classroom materials. Below are the supplies we are asking each child to bring in to replenish and last throughout the year. As always, thank you for your continued support!
Supply list:
- Personal headphones for Chromebook
- Crayola Crayons
- Crayola colored Pencils
- Glue sticks
- Ticonderoga Pencils
- 1 notebook (spiral or composition)
Donations are always welcome:
- Tissues
- Paper towel roll
- Clorox wipes
We are excited to meet you all!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Michaels
Mrs. Cizenski -
Welcome to 4th grade! We are thrilled you will be a part of our class this year. We hope you had a wonderful and safe summer and can’t wait to hear all about it. Hopefully, you have been studying your multiplication facts!The following items will be provided for you this year. You are welcome to send additional materials or personal supplies if you wish.
- Pencils
- Folders (including a take-home folder)
- Assignment Notebook
- Glue Sticks
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Crayons, Colored Pencils, Markers
- Writing Paper
- Post-Its
Recommended Supplies- Earbuds or a set of small headphones
- Additional Pencils and Erasers
The following items will be needed for our classroom throughout the year, and donations would be appreciated.- Tissues
- Paper Towels
- Wet Wipes
- Classroom Snacks
Miss Baggett
Mrs. Casciano
Mrs. Magill
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School Supplies Needed:
- 24 Ticonderoga pencils
- High quality eraser (recommended: Hi-Polymer white erasers)
- 1 set of highlighters (at least three different colors)
- 1 set of 12 colored pencils
- Post-its (1 pad, 3x3)
- Pair of personal earbuds or small headphones (wired, not Bluetooth)
* If you are unable to get these items, please let us know and we will be happy to assist!
Classroom Donations (greatly appreciated):- Tissues
- Lysol wipes
Please call or email if you have any questions. We're looking forward to a fantastic year — thank you!Mrs. Allen
Mrs. Fero
Mrs. Boyd
