ZBE Parent Bulletin
RISING FRESHMEN - SUMMER READING EDITION
HIGH SCHOOL HOMEWORK ALREADY?
Research consistently shows that students who read in the summer are more likely to retain what they have learned and as a result find greater academic success. Students may also increase their standardized test scores in preparation for college. High schools throughout the country have adopted summer reading programs not only because of the academic preparation that it provides but also because it encourages an appreciation for literature and fosters a lifelong habit of reading for pleasure.
All rising Freshman students at Zion-Benton East are required to acquire a copy of the summer reading text; Voces Sin Fronteras: Our Stories, Our Truth. This nonfiction book incorporates both a comic format as well as a series of short essays in English and Spanish. The book should be read prior to the 1st day of the upcoming school year so students are ready to participate in the required project associated with the summer reading text when they begin their first semester of high school.
Your student should have received a complimentary copy of the book within the last week through school visits by the D126 School Librarians. If your student was absent during the presentation, please visit the ZBE Main Office to pick up a copy.
You may also receive notices and reminders throughout the summer to encourage your student's reading to stay on track. If you have questions regarding the summer reading program, please do not hesitate to contact me via email anytime and I will be happy to answer questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Deb Biar
ZBE School Librarian
VOCES SIN FRONTERAS
Voces sin Fronteras: Our Stories Our Truth
This book is an inspiring collection of stories from 16 immigrant teens. They candidly write (and draw) about their experiences as they settled into life in the United States. Please enjoy the Book Trailer below, and explore the other links for more information about the book, these young authors, and the Latin American Youth Center.
MORE ABOUT THE BOOK
Shout Mouse Press
Latin American Youth Center (LAYC)
READING PAYS OFF!
ZBPL Summer Reading Challenge - June 3rd - August 10th
The Zion-Benton Public Library regularly holds a Summer Reading Program. This year's theme is "Game On." Your student can use the attached reading logs to track reading minutes -- but first, they should register with the library for a free book and get their first scratch-off ticket! Then continue reading throughout the summer to reach the next milestones and receive further prizes!
BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE! Students can bring those same reading logs to school in August and Mrs. Biar will reward them with additional prizes!
Besides the tangible prizes that can be earned, academic growth and development is guaranteed!
IMPACT OF DAILY READING
20 Minutes Per Day
Sees 1.8 Million words each year
Typically scores within the 90th percentile on standardized tests
5 Minutes Per Day
Sees 282,000 words each year
Typically scores in the 50th percentile on standardized tests
READY? SET? READ!
Once the required reading is completed, head to your Zion-Benton Public Library and take advantage of all a Library Card can do for your student, your family, and you!
ABOUT US
Website: www.zb126.org/zbe
Location: 1634 23rd Street, Zion, IL, 60099
Phone: (847) 731-9800