What kind of calculator do you need?

 

 Algebra 1 Students

* Students may use the same calculator they used in middle school (TI-30X IIS).

 

* You may buy a plain 4-function calculator.  You can often find them for under $5.

 

* If your student is responsible and you want to buy a calculator to last them all of high school and maybe college,    I recommend the TI-83 Plus, TI-84 Plus or TI-84 Plus CE.  They are expensive... $95 and up.     Although not required for our class, it can be a helpful tool when we study graphing equations.  The TI-83/84 calculator is permitted when taking the ACT.

 

I have a classroom set of TI-83 graphing calculators, but students will not be allowed to take them home.

 

Current Calculator Pricing (7/29/20)

Walmart - $118
Target - $120
Office Depot - $130
Amazon - $118+
Best Buy - $150

Staples - $100 (only black can be shipped)
Note that pretty colors may cost extra.

                  

There is also an app for smartphones that you can use at home.  (You can't use it at school as phones are not allowed at school.)  Search your app store (iPhone or Android) for Desmos Graphing Calculator.  From your desktop, go to www.desmos.com.

 

*** AP Statistics students are required to have a TI-83 or TI-84 graphing calculator. ***