How to set up your Tigon Binder

Why do you need a Tigon Binder?  Our team is dedicated to promoting organization through a tested, proactive approach in line with college preparatory strategies to motivate and aid students in their quest for success. Why work harder…. ….when you can work SMARTER!

First you will need….  A heavy-duty 3-inch binder  5 dividers  5 x 1-subject notebooks  Pencil bag that fits into binder  Bartels Middle School Planner

Your Subjects  Insert the 5 dividers into your binder.  Label them in the following order. Language Arts Social Studies Math Science Electives

Behind each subject…  Add one spiral notebook (1- subject) behind each subject tab. This is where you will be doing your work for that class.

Now for your planner…  Your Bartels Planner goes in your binder too!  Put your planner in front of your Language Arts tab.

Last, but not least….  Insert your pencil pouch in front of your planner.

 Pencils  Black, Blue, & Red Pens  Small pack of colored pencils  Small calculator  4 thin highlighters  2 glue sticks Your pencil pouch should contain:

CONGRATULATIONS!!!  YOUR TIGON BINDER IS COMPLETE!

What do I do with my Tigon Binder?  You must bring this binder to every one of your classes daily, and it should also go home with you to do your homework.

A Breed Above the Rest…  Now that you’re armed with your Tigon Binder, you’re ready to take on the school year with a vengeance.

A Breed Above the Rest…  Remember- if you’re having trouble with keeping your binder organized, ask your teachers for help.

GOOD LUCK TIGONS… The future is yours!!!