Dena Neal Posted November 12, 2007 Share Posted November 12, 2007 Being a kid these days is EXPENSIVE. My son (a high school senior) changed to his 2nd term classes today. His math teacher said that he needs a graphing calculator -- I thought no big deal. But not only does it need to be a graphing calculator -- it needs to be a specific 1... the TI-84. I checked Walmart and it is $120....... and he will probably never use it after this class. I would check ebay but he needs it now so I can't wait. I told him to ask around to see if someone from last semester that may want to sell their but in the meantime does anyone have any ideas... this is an expensive week.... I had to order his cap and gown and now a calculator..... my Black Friday money is shrinking and I haven't even used any for Christmas gifts yet.... :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoulderChick Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 Check at a Pawn Shop in your area. My husband will check pawn shops for vintage video game systems and he has seen the TI 84 calculators there. He saw them after I purchased mine so we didn't buy one there. But you should check for one for your son. Also contact the school and see if they rent them or know of anyone who does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabsther Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I have taken some college classes and if he can get the TI-89 instead, it will pay off in the long run over the TI-84. Other people that I knew who bought the TI-84 wish they bought the TI-89 instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreaInNC Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I'd email his math teacher. My kid came home with the same story. Turned out they suggested they get a calculator for use at home. They had plenty in the classroom to use during school hours. I got one off of Ebay - got in less than one week for less than $50.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreaInNC Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 If you want a brand new one - try Office Depot .. they show the TI-84 for $119.00 and here's a coupon code that takes it down to $99.00! $20 Off of $75 plus Free Shipping by using coupon code : 22799621 Ex 11/24/07 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princez916 Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 I agree with Jabsther, if your son is going to college he will need a graphing calculator, regardless of his major. I would check pawn shops and ebay and get the best deal you can. You might even check the classifieds at the local college (if there is one nearby), or Craigslist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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