Classroom must-haves

 I am cleaning out my classroom to move to a new room in the same building next year.  I've been in the same room for 18 years and the whole building is getting an overhaul this summer. It will be interesting to see the new look in August but for now I'm focusing on what I need to keep and what can go... hence the list of must haves. Here is my short list.

A good pencil sharpener that doesn't have to be replaced every few years. This is my favorite. X-ACTO Boston School Pro

Upgrade your existing desk chair with new wheels.  These are quiet, smooth and fast ... and are my most favorite thing I have bought for myself! New Office Chair Casters

This three whole puncher is BEAST!  The kids can't move the position of the holes, and you can punch 45 pages at once.  You can also lock the arm in the down position for flat storage. Officemate 3 Hole Punch

I never knew there was another option than those old metal hole punchers, but these are so much easier to use and empty. They claim it takes 50% less force, and it feels correct. Bostitch Office EZ Squeeze One- Hole Punch

Can you survive without a paper chopper? Yes.  Would I want to? No thanks.  This makes cutting all those notebook handouts, half sheet quizzes and manipulatives so much easier and faster. Swingline Paper Cutter

I have so many more items I am sure I will come across as I continue to clean, purge, organize and pack.  So keep an eye open for more posts.  This move will be well documented.

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