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Mathematics Department – Student Supply List

FOR  STUDENTS  IN  ALGEBRA  OR  GEOMETRY
Scientific/Fraction Calculator:  These are highly recommended.  It has the fraction key and has the basic trigonometric function keys.  Examples include from Texas Instruments the TI-30X IIS (which has the expanded screen to display what was entered) and the TI-30XaSE; and from Casio the FX-65, the FX-115, and the FX-260.  The approximate price range is $15 - $20. 

A graphing calculator is not required nor encouraged (an exception is stated in the next paragraph) until a student is enrolled in a course that, sequentially, is after a geometry course (Algebra 2 & Trigonometry, Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry, etc.).  By waiting, the chances of an expensive calculator like one of these getting damaged, lost, or stolen by the time it is needed, are eliminated.  If one is going to be purchased, the TI-83plus is recommended. 

A graphing calculator is highly recommended (and may be required) for Algebra 1 Honors. 
Pencils: #2 lead with erasers
Graph paper: 4 squares to an inch for easier readability.  You may want to wait on this to see how much is needed. 
Protractor: This is used in geometry for a portion of the year and can be the least expensive that can be found.


FOR  STUDENTS  IN  ALGEBRA 2  OR  HIGHER
Graphing/Graphics Calculator: A graphing calculator is required in Algebra 2 & Trigonometry, Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry, etc.  The TI-83plus is recommended.  The approximate cost is $90.  Other calculators require department approval. 
Pencils: #2 lead with erasers


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