READING EXPECTATIONS

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. 

Middle School Expectations

Grades 5 - 8

All middle school students will choose how they engage with reading over the summer break. In September, students will participate in community-building discussions within their respective ELA classes. 

Requirements:

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Discussions on summer reading topics will be assessed using this standards-based rubric.

High School expectations

Grades 9 - 12 (College Prep & Honors)

All College Prep and Honors students will read one (1) book and one (1) additional type of digital media. In September, students will engage in community-building discussions within their respective ELA classes. 

Requirements:


Discussions count as an initial participation grade for the year and informs teacher recommendations for Honors and AP classes.

AP high school expectations

Grades 9 - 12 

All AP students will complete their designated summer assignments per their teacher's instructions. 

Requirements:

Summer assignments are assessed according to department-based rubrics.

Please direct questions about summer reading to the content area K-12 Supervisor as follows: