12 Feb 2014
Calculators
The use of calculators is compulsory in NSW for Australia wide Maths exams. To support students in this regard, Macksville High School students are required to bring a suitable scientific calculator to each Maths lesson. Failure to do so can affect students' learning as staff members are unable to instruct students in the correct use of the calculator and this can then have an impact on their grades.
A Calculator (model Sharp EL – 531 XB) can be purchased from the front office at a cost of $20. It is preferred that all students use the same calculator to enable efficient instruction to be given. Student Assistance is available for parents who may possibly need help to finance this purchase. Please can you ensure your child brings his/her calculator to school each day so staff can assist your child to achieve their potential?
Homework Centre
The Mathematics department will supervise a homework centre in room C1 from 3.20 to 5.00pm on Thursday afternoons. Tutoring is given in learning maths concepts and assistance in completing homework from other subjects may also be obtained. If you are interested in your child attending please ask him/ her to collect a note from the Maths staff room.
Please contact me at the school if you have any queries in this matter.
Moyra Mendham Head Teacher Mathematics