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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
Jaguar Leaps Reading Challenge
Monthly contests and cultural celebrations
Monthly booklists
Summer Suggested Reading List
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by reading one of the books on our featured titles list!
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.
Record all of the books you have read throughout the school year (September - April) on the Google Form and for each leap you make, you will earn a prize or treat.
Leaps
350 pages = Sursum Libros Pin
700 pages = Mitchell's Scoop Token
1,000 pages = Sursum Libros Water Bottle Sticker
1,400 pages = Movie Candy Box
2,500 pages = Crumbl Gift Card
5,000 pages = End of Year Party
You will be required to submit a Google Form once you make the leap to notify staff of your award.
The top reader from each grade level will be recognized at the end of year Honors' Convocation. The number of pages are included from September through April only.