All students will need standard school supplies, such as writing paper, graph paper, pencil(s), eraser(s), colored pencils, and a ruler.
Some students find it helpful to have a highlighter available. Highlighting the negative signs help ensure they don’t get overlooked.
Paper-based classes will need to print several pages of notes each week.
Calculator recommendations are given below.
Calculators
Students are highly encouraged to use a calculator, especially to check their work.
Standard Casio fx-300ES PLUS
This is a really handy, inexpensive calculator that can be used in all high school classes. It has a large display and handles fractions beautifully.
Advanced TI-84 PLUS
A handheld graphing calculator is needed for students who will be taking advanced math classes after high school. The Casio fx-9750 is a less expensive option of graphing calculator and works just as well as the TI-84.
Online Success
To get the most out of an online class, students should have a laptop or desktop computer with webcam and microphone.
Paper-based classes are managed through Canvas, which is a free service that has phone and tablet apps.
AI-classes are managed through the Aleks.com website. Aleks has online tools that students will be required to use. These may be too small to read or may be too difficult to work on a phone.
Classes are hosted through Zoom, which is a free service.
Students will receive the Canvas or Aleks access code and the Zoom meeting code, once they are registered.
My pre-recorded videos and completed notes are available in both Canvas- and Aleks- managed classes.