Anderson County High School



Anderson County High School

Summer Reading Requirement

2012-2013

2012-2012 Summer Reading Requirement:

All students are required to read a book over the summer of 2012. The book must be complete before school begins in August.

What book should I read?

All students must select a book from the ACHS reading list. There are many books and many options to use in selecting a book. Please select a book that you are interested in.

Where do I get my book?

Students may choose a book from the ACHS summer reading books collection, check out a book from the local library, download a book to an e-reader, or purchase their own book at a nearby bookstore. (Joseph-Beth, Barnes and Noble, etc.)

When is this assignment due?

This assignment will be due on the first day of school.

How will I be held accountable?

All students will take a test/quiz that covers the required reading. This may be a multiple-choice accelerated reader quiz. There will be some different options this year in receiving credit for your reading.

What new options do students have for accountability?

One new option is to become a member of a summer reading literature circle. Students may sign up to read a specific book and be part of a literature circle. These groups will meet towards the end of the summer at ACHS. Each group will be led by a teacher and you will receive credit for your participation in the group. See Mr. Jackson, Ms. Seraji, or Ms. Wells for information on how to join one of these groups.

Why do students need to read over the summer?

Reading is a mental exercise much like running is a physical exercise. In order to stay in top shape we need to continue reading throughout the summer months. The more we read, the better readers we become. Research has shown a loss in student reading levels when students fail to read for extended time periods. Reading is also a very enjoyable way to spend time during the summer.

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