📦 C-STREAM Materials Inventory Checklist¶
Location: Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic School · Belle Plaine, MN · Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
Use this checklist for beginning-of-year purchasing, CSCOE reservations, and budget planning.
📋 How to Use This Guide¶
- August: Review entire list, note what you have vs. need
- September: Submit purchase requests and CSCOE reservations
- Monthly: Check upcoming lessons 2-3 weeks ahead
- Ongoing: Update inventory as supplies are used
🏫 Classroom Consumables (Purchase Annually)¶
Basic Supplies — Always Have on Hand¶
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost | ✓ Have | ✓ Need |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copy paper (reams) | 5 | $25 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Cardstock (assorted colors) | 2 packs | $15 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Index cards (3x5) | 500 ct | $5 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Construction paper (assorted) | 3 packs | $15 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Markers (class set) | 2 boxes | $20 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Crayons (class set) | 2 boxes | $10 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Colored pencils (class set) | 2 boxes | $15 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Pencils (#2) | 3 boxes | $10 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Scissors (class set) | 25 | $25 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Glue sticks | 50 | $20 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Liquid glue bottles | 12 | $15 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Tape (rolls) | 12 | $15 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Masking tape (rolls) | 6 | $12 | ☐ | ☐ |
| Rulers (class set) | 25 | $20 | ☐ | ☐ |
Subtotal: ~$220
Engineering/Building Consumables¶
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost | ✓ Have | ✓ Need | Used In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straws (boxes) | 3 boxes | $10 | ☐ | ☐ | Bridge building, structures |
| Pipe cleaners (bags) | 4 bags | $15 | ☐ | ☐ | Structures, art integration |
| Craft sticks/popsicle sticks | 1000 ct | $12 | ☐ | ☐ | Bridges, catapults |
| Paper cups (small) | 200 ct | $8 | ☐ | ☐ | Towers, sound experiments |
| Paper plates | 100 ct | $6 | ☐ | ☐ | Various projects |
| Rubber bands (assorted) | 2 bags | $8 | ☐ | ☐ | Catapults, machines |
| String/twine (rolls) | 3 rolls | $10 | ☐ | ☐ | Bridges, pulleys |
| Cardboard (recycled boxes) | Ongoing | Free | ☐ | ☐ | Makerspace projects |
| Paper towel tubes | Ongoing | Free | ☐ | ☐ | Marble runs, structures |
| Aluminum foil (rolls) | 3 rolls | $12 | ☐ | ☐ | Circuits, boats |
| Balloons (bags) | 2 bags | $8 | ☐ | ☐ | Balloon cars, experiments |
| Cotton balls | 2 bags | $6 | ☐ | ☐ | Egg drops, insulation |
| Toothpicks (boxes) | 3 boxes | $5 | ☐ | ☐ | Small structures |
| Playdough (tubs) | 6 tubs | $18 | ☐ | ☐ | K-2 modeling |
Subtotal: ~$120
Science Consumables¶
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost | ✓ Have | ✓ Need | Used In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seeds (variety pack) | 2 packs | $15 | ☐ | ☐ | Growing Things unit |
| Potting soil (bags) | 2 bags | $12 | ☐ | ☐ | Growing Things unit |
| Small plant pots/cups | 50 | $15 | ☐ | ☐ | Growing Things unit |
| Food coloring | 1 set | $5 | ☐ | ☐ | Color mixing, absorption |
| Baking soda (boxes) | 3 boxes | $6 | ☐ | ☐ | Chemical reactions |
| Vinegar (bottles) | 3 bottles | $6 | ☐ | ☐ | Chemical reactions |
| Magnifying glasses (class set) | 12 | $25 | ☐ | ☐ | Nature exploration |
| Batteries (AA, AAA) | 2 packs | $15 | ☐ | ☐ | Circuits, robots |
Subtotal: ~$100
🔧 Reusable Equipment (One-Time Purchase)¶
Building/Engineering Materials¶
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost | ✓ Have | ✓ Need | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEVA Planks set (200+) | 2 sets | $80 | ☐ | ☐ | Purchase or CSCOE |
| LEGO bricks (bulk) | 1 bucket | $50 | ☐ | ☐ | Purchase |
| Pattern blocks | 1 set | $30 | ☐ | ☐ | May have in classroom |
| Linking cubes | 1 set | $25 | ☐ | ☐ | May have in classroom |
| Stopwatches | 6 | $25 | ☐ | ☐ | Purchase |
| Measuring tapes | 6 | $15 | ☐ | ☐ | Purchase |
| Balance scale | 1 | $25 | ☐ | ☐ | May have in classroom |
| Spring scales | 4 | $20 | ☐ | ☐ | Purchase |
Subtotal: ~$270
Technology (School/Grant Funded)¶
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost | ✓ Have | ✓ Need | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPads/Chromebooks | Class set | Varies | ☐ | ☐ | For coding, research |
| Headphones | Class set | $75 | ☐ | ☐ | For individual work |
| Document camera | 1 | $100 | ☐ | ☐ | For demonstrations |
| Projector/Display | 1 | Varies | ☐ | ☐ | Usually in classroom |
🤖 CSCOE Library Materials (Reserve 2+ Weeks Ahead)¶
Reservation Link: cscoe.myturn.com/library
Robotics — High Demand (Reserve Early!)¶
| Item | Available Sets | Best For | Reserve For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dash Robot Class Set | 2 sets (7 each) | All grades | Weeks 24-25, Robotics units |
| Sphero BOLT | Check availability | Grades 3-6 | Weeks 2-3, Coding units |
| Bee-Bots | Check availability | K-2 | Early coding units |
| Ozobots | Check availability | Grades 2-6 | Line coding activities |
Engineering Kits¶
| Kit Category | Available | Best For | Reserve For |
|---|---|---|---|
| EiE Bridges | Check CSCOE | Grades 1-4 | Week 10 Bridge units |
| EiE Structures | Check CSCOE | Grades 2-5 | KEVA extension units |
| EiE Environmental | Check CSCOE | Grades 3-6 | Spring environmental unit |
| Little Bits | Check CSCOE | Grades 2-6 | Weeks 26-27 Circuits |
Reservation Calendar Template¶
| Month | CSCOE Materials to Reserve | Pickup Date | Return Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | Sphero (Weeks 2-3) | _________ | _________ |
| October | EiE Structures (Weeks 5-6) | _________ | _________ |
| November | EiE Bridges (Week 10) | _________ | _________ |
| January | Exploration station items | _________ | _________ |
| February | Dash Robots (Weeks 24-25) | _________ | _________ |
| March | Little Bits (Weeks 26-27) | _________ | _________ |
| April | Environmental kits | _________ | _________ |
💻 Software/Apps (Free or Low-Cost)¶
Coding Platforms¶
| Platform | Cost | Grades | Used For | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scratch | Free | 2-6 | Block coding, animations | scratch.mit.edu |
| ScratchJr | Free | K-2 | Intro coding | scratchjr.org |
| Code.org | Free | K-6 | Coding curriculum | code.org |
| Blockly Games | Free | K-4 | Coding puzzles | blockly.games |
Digital Art/Music¶
| Platform | Cost | Grades | Used For | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Music Lab | Free | K-6 | Music creation | musiclab.chromeexperiments.com |
| Canva for Education | Free | 3-6 | Graphic design | canva.com/education |
| Tinkercad | Free | 3-6 | 3D modeling | tinkercad.com |
| Google Drawings | Free | 2-6 | Digital art | Google account |
Robotics Apps¶
| App | Cost | Device | Used With |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonder (Dash) | Free | iPad/Android | Dash robots |
| Blockly (Dash) | Free | iPad/Android | Dash robots |
| Sphero Edu | Free | iPad/Android | Sphero robots |
| Ozobot | Free | iPad/Android | Ozobots |
📚 Reference Materials (For Teacher)¶
| Resource | Format | Cost | ✓ Have |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Scientists Heritage Guide | In framework | Free | ☐ |
| Engineering Design Process poster | Print/Purchase | $0-15 | ☐ |
| Scientific Method poster | Print/Purchase | $0-15 | ☐ |
| Growth Mindset poster | Print/Purchase | $0-15 | ☐ |
📊 Budget Summary¶
| Category | Estimated Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Basic Supplies | $220 |
| Engineering Consumables | $120 |
| Science Consumables | $100 |
| Annual Consumables Total | $440 |
| Reusable Equipment (one-time) | $270 |
| Technology (varies) | Grant/School funded |
| CSCOE Materials | Free (reservations) |
✅ Beginning of Year Checklist¶
August (2 weeks before school)¶
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Review this inventory list
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Check closet/storage for existing supplies
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Submit purchase orders for consumables
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Create CSCOE account if needed
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Reserve September/October CSCOE materials
September (First week)¶
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Organize materials by unit/month
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Set up classroom storage system
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Test all technology (apps installed, passwords work)
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Print posters and reference materials
Monthly¶
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Check upcoming lessons (2-3 weeks ahead)
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Reserve CSCOE materials as needed
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Restock consumables as needed
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Request donation of recyclables (cardboard, tubes)
🙏 Free/Donation Sources¶
| Material | Source | Ask For |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard boxes | Local stores, parents | Flat cardboard, various sizes |
| Paper tubes | Parents, teachers | Paper towel/toilet paper rolls |
| Fabric scraps | Parents, craft stores | For art projects |
| Recyclables | School recycling | Clean bottles, containers |
| Old magazines | School library, parents | For collage, research |
Parent Letter Template:
Dear Families, Our C-STREAM program uses recycled materials for engineering projects! If you have any of the following, please send them to school: cardboard boxes (flat), paper towel tubes, clean plastic containers, fabric scraps. Thank you for supporting hands-on learning! 🙏
Last updated: December 2025