Parent+FAQ's

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Your student will need a spiral notebook that is for MATH only (it will be collected often), a folder or a 3-ring binder to organize papers, a pencil, a **graphing calculator** and engineering paper. These supplies need to be brought to class EVERY DAY! ======

"What kind of Calculator should I buy?" Make sure to buy a calculator from Texas Instruments TI-83, TI-83+, TI-84. TI-84+ or a TI-nspire.

Casio calculators look good, and the price is right, __but they will not work__ for this class. We have TI software that we use to demonstrate for the students. If you buy a different kind of calculator, odds are that your student will be spending precious time on how to utilize the casio calculator.

"Do I have to buy a new calculator?"
Nope! Most of these calculators last for a long time...buy it used and save money!

"Any good places to buy those calculators?" Absolutely! Check Amazon.com, Ebay, Craigslist, Office Depot, Office Max, Target...these places tend to have the best deals on TI Calculators.

" What's the best way to get in touch with Mrs. Bashford?" E-mail is the absolute best way to get a hold of Mrs. Bashford E-mail: sbashfor@jeffco.k12.co.us

How much homework can I expect my student to have?" When it comes to algebra, practice makes perfect! Homework will be given almost nightly, and your son or daughter will be able to access it on this wiki. There is also an online textbook for support, so you never have to worry about a forgotten book!

"What kind of support is available for my student?"
There will be a math lab available every period every day for your student to access during study hall or an off period. There will be a math teacher in there who is knowledgeable about algebra and who can offer support and guidance.

Help for Parents:
[|www.math-drills.com]

[|Ways to support your student]