[stepforone]

Since you are taking both boys and girls I would at least have some jeans and a t-shirt for each size and some undies and socks. I have to assume they will come with shoes that will at least get you to Wal-mart the next day to go shopping. I would go to garage sells or used clothing stores. Unless you have someone that can come over and watch the child either day or night so you can run to the store I would also get the car seat that goes to 40 lbs. If you have someone that you can call at the last minute I would do that and then run out and gather up supplies that would work with that child. I would also buy the lice and meds that were suggested - you'll use it sometime. (Except I've had the lice meds for 3 years and haven't had the 'pleasure' of having to use it - but then I take babies!). Have some stuffed animals, books, crayons, videos around so they will have something to do right away that is familiar to them. I would stock up with a few cans of kids friendly food like Spagettios or ravioli in case they arrive hungry. I would talk to the school and let them know that you may have a child you need to enroll at some point. Find out what they would suggest you would need the first day. Other than that I wouldn't worry about school supplies until you have a placement. Don't overstock on stuff because you may never use it. Just stick to the items that they might need for the first 12 hours and figure you can run to the store for anything else. Don't forget the toothbrush and toothpaste (kid friendly for the younger ones) and the baby shampoo in case they arrive dirty. Good luck.