Melrose High School Summer Work
English, Advanced Placement (AP), and Math
English, Advanced Placement (AP), and Math
Statement on Summer Reading: Summer reading sets the foundation for the rest of the year in English class. In September, discussions about these books will help English classes build community and develop a shared language about literature.
Families and caregivers should review the titles listed at each grade level with their students and collaboratively select books that are the best choice for their student and family. We strongly encourage families and caregivers to read alongside their students and discuss these books with them! This year, English teachers have selected paired classic and contemporary texts for each grade level that are thematically linked to the course curriculum.
Expectations & Assessments: Students are strongly encouraged to read both texts as this will create a richer reading experience, but will be formally assessed on one. This assessment will take place through writing and discussion during their English classes in September. Students enrolled in either AP Language or AP Literature must read both assigned texts for their course.
Take Notes: All students must take notes or annotate while they read. Students are encouraged to use this note taking guide: Summer Reading Note Taking Guide.
Keep Reading! If you enjoyed these summer reading selections, or would like to explore new books, each grade recommends other stories to explore this summer to deepen and enrich your reading experience.
How can I get the print/ebook/audiobook? Book titles have active links to our school Sora account. On Sora, you may also find an audiobook version. In addition, the Melrose Public Library as well as the Boston Public Library have all summer reading titles.
Coming Soon: Poetry Out Loud! Each fall, all MHS students 9-12 participate in Poetry Out Loud and present a poem for their peers in English class. Learn more about Poetry Out Loud here.
Grade-Level Book Lists
Rising 9th Graders Rising 10th Graders Rising 11th Graders Rising 12th Graders
Advanced Placement Summer Work
All MHS students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses have additional assignments in preparation for the Fall. Please review this document to learn more about assignments and expectations for the AP classes that you are enrolled in.
Math Department Summer Work
Review and complete the MHS Math Summer Assignments for the course you are enrolled in during SY 26-27. It is the expectation that all students complete MHS Math summer assignments.
IXL and Math Practice:
IXL Access: All MHS students have access to IXL during the summer and can utilize this tool to practice foundational skills and prepare for the upcoming school year.
Students who are new to MHS/Melrose: Students will gain access to IXL in August 2026.
IXL During SY 26-27: MHS students will take an IXL BOY Assessment at the start of the school year. SY 26-27 IXL assessments will be one of the data points utilized for math department course placement decisions in the Spring of 2027.