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1. Ink - Ink is a fast-flowing consumable. From copying missed notes for students, to keeping records, ink makes the classroom go 'round.
Our classroom's machine uses the following:
hp 950/950XL ink in Black
http://www.staples.com/HP-950-Black-Ink-Cartridge-CN049AN/product_364842
2. Apple iPad 2, 3, or 4 (with Wi-Fi) (new or used)- While this may be a long shot, it is my intention to get an iPad in order to utilize the "flipped" classroom model. If you'd like to hear what our very own Santa Cruz Sentinel or Forbes.com have to say about flipping classrooms, by all means click the link below the beautiful iPad.
Essentially, this teaching model allows students to view brief teacher created clips at home, at their own pace. These clips inform students on what will happen in-class (e. g. introduce a lab procedure or deliver guided notes) so that their time in class is spent actively working as opposed to passively sitting through lectures.
There are a number of apps that cater to this teaching model available for the iPad and the video capabilities are essential.
http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/education/ci_22465815/california-teachers-flip-flipped-learning-class-model
http://www.forbes.com/sites/pascalemmanuelgobry/2012/12/11/what-is-the-flipped-classroom-model-and-why-is-it-amazing-with-infographic/
http://reviews.cnet.com/apple-ipad-2-review/
3. LifeProof Case - To insure the long-term functionality of this classroom tool, an appropriate case is essential.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/product/6968466.p
4. Classroom Paper Cutter - These fine tools are invaluable. The following two seem to reside at the intersection of highly reviewed and affordable.
http://www.officemax.com/office-supplies/scissors-trimmers/paper-trimmers/product-prod1812125
http://www.officemax.com/office-supplies/scissors-trimmers/paper-trimmers/product-prod1811845
5. Staples/OfficeMax/Palace Gift Cards - Things come up and while we have accounts with vendors, many times it is quicker and more efficient to pop over to the office supply store to get what is needed so that it is ready for our students.