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Enhancing Academic Performance: Importance of Summer Reading for Students

Discover the significance of summer reading for students at Mahanoy Area High School in 2013. Participate in this enriching activity that aids in overall academic performance. All students, including Votech, must read assigned novels and pass assessments. Choose from a selection of compelling works to delve into for your grade level. Access books from the high school office, library, or digital platforms for your convenience. Immerse yourself in literature to expand knowledge and skills for a successful academic journey.

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Enhancing Academic Performance: Importance of Summer Reading for Students

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  1. Mahanoy Area High School Summer Reading 2013 Requirements Importance of Reading Votech Students English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 AP Lit and LCCC (click on the class you will be taking for 2013-2014)

  2. Importance of Reading • According to research, reading helps to improve a student’s overall academic performance both in life and in school. • The act of reading, no matter how difficult the material may be, provides a means of enrichment that is much needed in our society. • Mahanoy Area will participate in summer reading to help both the students and the society.

  3. Requirements • All high school students (including Votech students) must read two novels. • During the first two weeks of school, all students will receive an assessment over the novel(s). • Books will be available to check out in the high school office, the public library, or from the classroom teacher. If desired, books can also be purchased at a store or through the Nook or Kindle for your own personal use.

  4. Votech Students • All Votech students are required to read the summer selections. • Click on your grade level to see what novels are required. English 10 English 11 English 12

  5. Freshman English(click on the picture for book summaries and reviews) • All students MUST read both: 1. Speak 2. Red Badge of Courage by Laurie Halse Anderson by Stephan Crane****$0.99 on Nook***free on Kindle ****

  6. Sophomore English(click on the picture for book summaries and reviews) • All students MUST read both: 1. The Pearl 2. Night by John Steinbeck by Elie Wiesel

  7. Junior English(click on the picture for book summaries and reviews) • All students MUST read: • All students must read a second novel. You may choose ONE from the list below:1- For One More Day 2- Fast Food Nation by Mitch Albom by John Schlosser 3- One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck

  8. Senior English(click on the picture for book summaries and reviews) • All students MUST read: Dracula by Bram Stoker****$0.99 on Nook***free on Kindle **** • All students must read a second novel. You may choose ONE from the list below. 1- Sarah’s Key 2- Sunrise Over Fallujah by Tatiana de Rosnay by Walter Dean Myers 3- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night –Time by Mark Haddon

  9. AP Literature and LCCC English • All students MUST read both: 1. East of Eden by John Steinbeck 2. Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison

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