Our culminating event is the Exhibition of Learning.

(Formerly known as the Passion Project Showcase.)

For those who do not make it into The Page Turners, you can still participate in the Exhibition of Learning!

Any Maxwell student may participate in the Exhibition of Learning independent of the afterschool club.  They can do so upon notifying Ms. Depenbrock in writing including a parent signature.  Those students will receive a copy of documents for planning and scheduling in the spring semester.  It is the student’s full responsibility to maintain progress on reading from our book list and their project.  It is the student’s full responsibility to complete check-ins with Ms. Depenbrock during the spring semester regarding individual progress, to ask questions, and to seek guidance when necessary. Any individual participating in the tiered competitions must abide by the same rules as the students in the Page Turner book club.

Fall Semester Schedule

• September 24: Orientation and Evidence! How Dr. John Snow Solved the Mystery of Cholera

• October 8: Skybound! Mary Myers Starring as Carlotta

• October 15: Arthur Who Wrote Sherlock

• October 22: Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All

• October 29: The International House of Dereliction

• November 5: The International House of Dereliction

• November 12: Good Different

• November 19: No Meeting

• December 3: Music for Tigers

• December 10: Music For Tigers

• December 17: The Bletchley Riddle

The Spring Semester Schedule will be released on December 17th.

Awards

Participation Award: Medal

• Students who complete their projects and present during the Exhibition of Learning received this award.

Exemplar Award: Book Set Basket

• Students who meet a minimum of 90% of the rubric criteria receive this award.

Superlative Award: Writer's Set

• Students with the most student votes win this award. See superlatives below.

Page Turner Hall of Fame: To Be Determined

• Students who read all 14 books and create a trailer for each win this award.

• Strongest Book Connections

  • This superlative recognizes the competitor who demonstrates an exceptional ability to forge meaningful and impactful connections with books. This individual hasn’t just read the book; they immerse themselves, analyze deeply, and articulate profound insights that bridge the gap between the text and the wider world. 

• Most Passionate

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor who demonstrates an unparalleled level of enthusiasm and conviction for their presentation topic. This individual's passion is infectious, captivating the audience and elevating the entire experience. 

• Clearest Message

  • This superlative is presented to the competitor who delivers their message with exceptional clarity and precision. They have a focused objective, logical structure, concise language, effective visuals, and clear audience comprehension. 

• Most Creative

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor who demonstrates the most original and imaginative approach to their presentation. This individual goes beyond conventional methods, captivating the audience with their innovative ideas and unique delivery. 

• Most Prepared

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor who demonstrates the highest level of readiness and organization for their presentation. This individual leaves no stone unturned, ensuring a flawless and polished delivery. 

• Best Audience Engagement

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor who excels at captivating and involving the audience throughout their presentation. This individual creates a dynamic and interactive experience, leaving the audience feeling connected, involved, and energized. 

• Most Likely to Change the World

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor whose presentation showcases the greatest potential to make a significant and positive impact on the world. This individual's ideas, vision, and passion inspire belief that their presentation could lead to meaningful change. 

• Most Likely to Make Me Read the Book

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor whose presentation most effectively captures the essence of a book, making the audience eager to dive into the full story. 

• People's Choice

  • This superlative is awarded to the competitor whose presentation resonates most with the audience, as determined by popular vote. This presenter captures the hearts and minds of the viewers, leaving a lasting impression and earning their overwhelming support.