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The purpose of the Sursum Libros reading program is to challenge the SJA community to read beyond required classroom assignments. There are numerous academic and personal benefits to reading, including increased vocabulary, better standardardized tests scores and increased empathy. Reading is also an enjoyable and stress-relieving activity.
In order to increase the amount of independent reading taking place in our community, we offer several opportunities to engage more readership throughout the entire year:
Summer (1)890
Quarterly Prizes
Semester Celebrations
Monthly contests and cultural celebrations
Monthly booklists
Summer Suggested Reading List
Students record the number of pages they have read each quarter for an opportunity to win a prize. At the end of each semester, there will be a celebration for those who qualify.
Quarterly Prize = 300+ page read
Semester Celebration = 900+ pages read
The top reader at each grade level will be recognized at the Awards Assembly and receive a gift card.
The Summer (1)890 challenges participants to read 890 pages or more during the summer months (May-August). Summer break offers the opportunity to pursue interests and provides extra time to get reading done. Those who reach the goal of 890 pages will be invited to join in our celebration with the Kona Ice Truck. Participate by logging the books you have read on the Google Sheet found in the Google Classroom.
We offer the Suggested Summer Reading List to help readers find the perfect book to read over the summer. The booklist is complied from academic department suggestions and input from the entire SJA community.