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2026-27 school year

Middle school supply list

Friendship Jr High School · Des Plaines, IL

Middle school common / standard school supplies

Every middle school classroom starts here. Confirm supplies with your child’s teacher before purchasing.
16 items
1.5 to 2 inch. Some schools want one per subject, others one big one.
3 Shop
2 sets Shop
2 packs Shop
College-ruled
3 Shop
1 box Shop
Mechanical pencils with extra lead work well at this level
1 box Shop
Different colors
1 pack of 4 Shop
For math and science
1 pad Shop
TI-30XS or similar. Check with the math teacher before buying a graphing model.
1 Shop
2 packs Shop
One of the most overlooked items on middle school lists
2 pads Shop
1 Shop
If your school assigns lockers
1 Shop
8GB is plenty
1 Shop
1 pair Shop
Many schools issue one — check before buying
1 Shop

School Supplies

Please Note: This is the standard middle school supply list. Above are general classroom supply recommendations and may differ slightly from your child's specific school requirements. We highly recommend consulting with their actual teacher before purchasing.

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