Participation in summer reading is strongly encouraged and expected for all middle and high school students. All English/Language Arts Teachers assess students' summer reading participation during the first few days of school through class discussions and writing assignments. Summer reading activities vary by grade level. Look for your respective grade level below for detailed explanations of summer reading expectations.
Grades 5 - 8
Read at least four books of your choice and write down quick bullet points to refresh your memory in September. They will not be collected.
In September, students will participate in classroom discussions within their respective ELA classes.
Grades 9 - 12
All grade 9 - 12 students will read at least one (1) book and one (1) additional type of digital media. In September, students will engage in community-building discussions within their respective English classes.
Grades 9 - 12 (Honors)
All Honors students will read at least two (2) books and one (1) additional type of digital media. In September, students will engage in community-building discussions within their respective English classes.
Recommendations/required to be prepared for the start of the 25-26 year:
see above
*In their English classes in September, students will participate in community building discussions and complete in-class writing reflections based on their summer reading. These reflections will not be graded, but will help the English teachers assess each student's reading, writing, and critical thinking skills.*
*If a student chooses to take notes, they may use them to support the September written reflection and the class discussion. Notes will be collected.*
Grades 9 - 12
All AP students will complete their designated summer assignments per their teacher's instructions.
Requirements:
Refer to this page for details after June 15th as it DOES NOT have the updated assignments up yet..
Summer assignments are assessed according to department-based rubrics.
Please direct questions about summer reading to the content area K-12 Supervisor as follows:
Mrs. Dara Carr, Supervisor of English Language Arts and English As a Second Language at dcarr@paramusschools.org
Mr. David Allocco, Supervisor of Social Studies and World Languages at dallocco@paramusschools.org
Mrs. Christine Diaz, Supervisor of Science and Physical Education/Health at cdiaz@paramusschools.org
Mr. Robert Lehmann, Supervisor of Mathematics at rlehmann@paramusschools.org
Mr. Dennis Dalelio, Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts and 21st Century Life/Careers at ddalelio@paramusschools.org
Mrs. Carla Alvarez, Director of Curriculum, Supervision, and Accountability at calvarez@paramusschools.org
