School needs
Alarm Clock
Backpack/messenger bag
Calculator
Pens and pencils
Binders/notebooks
Eating needs
Eating utensils (fork, spoon, can opener)
Microwave
Paper plates
A real bowl or two
Refrigerator
Napkins
Personal hygiene/ medical needs
Aspirin
Bandages
Prescription medicine
Toiletries
Contacts/glasses
Tissues
Technology/ entertainment
Computer
Cell phone (and charger)
Music (iPod, CDs, etc.)
TV
DVD player
USB drive (or two)
Batteries
Cleaning/repair supplies
Detergent and Fabric Softener
Paper towels
Basic tool kit
Duct tape
Clothing
Clothes for ALL FOUR seasons
Winter Coat
Shoes
Flip flops
Bedding
Sheets
Comforter
Pillows
Miscellaneous
Mailing addresses and birthdays of friends and family
Money (also be sure to have contact information for your banks and credit card companies)
Room decorations
Fan