Summer Reading for 2011-2012

The Bishop McCort High School English Department, in an attempt to improve comprehension and interpretation skills, is assigning two Summer Reading books to students in all grade levels. Students are to read the two books from the list provided for their grade level. (Note: Senior students enrolled in the AP English course have different requirements for Summer Reading.) Synopses of the novels have been provided for students to preview before reading the selections.

Students should plan to use their summer reading time effectively so that the reading and review of the books are completed before the start of school. Objective tests on these books will be administered by the end of the first full week of school in the fall. Grades on these tests will be a part of the first quarter English grade. Books and notebooks will not be allowed during testing. In the event of an excused absence on the test day, students will be required to complete a make-up exam.

The novels selected for the different grade levels have been chosen for their literary merit as well as elements such as plot development, characterization, and theme. Throughout the school year, English teachers may choose to incorporate these selections in various ways in their lessons.

Your support of the Summer Reading program is appreciated. Encouraging your child to read more may help develop verbal skills and comprehension for college entrance examinations.

It is the student’s responsibility to obtain the books to be read for this assignment.  These books are also available at most public libraries, bookstores, and online sources.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Durinda L. Reaman

English Department Chairperson

SUMMER READING SELECTIONS 2011-2012

Bishop McCort Catholic High School

TITLE                                                 AUTHOR                                    PRICE

INCOMING SENIORS

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll       Robert Louis Stevenson            $4.00

and Mr. Hyde                                                                  

Lord of the Flies                               William Golding                        $9.00

INCOMING JUNIORS

Fahrenheit 451                                Ray Bradbury                           $7.00

Alas, Babylon                                  Pat Frank                                $9.00

INCOMING SOPHOMORES

Z for Zachariah                               Robert C. O’Brien                    $9.00

And Then There Were None         Agatha Christie                       $7.00

INCOMING FRESHMEN

Tears of a Tiger                          Sharon Draper                        $7.00

Call of the Wild                          Jack London                           $5.00

Please note: All books with the exception of Alas, Babylon are now available on CD and may be checked out through the library for a limited amount of time. Please check with the school librarian for availability.