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Reading Challenge: "I Spy a Good Reader!"

During 2nd quarter, students are participating in a reading challenge called I SPY A GOOD READER. The students in grades 3-5 are asked to read Accelerated Reader (AR) books of their interest and at their reading level and upon completion of a book, they will take a 5-10 question test to earn points toward their AR goal. Teachers will set goals for each student, and they will monitor each student's reading and comprehension level. Students will be rewarded for their efforts.

During conferences, you child's teacher gave you a paper titled Renaissance Home Connect; this has your login information to check on your child's Accelerated Reader progress. You will find a link to the website on our school website under Student Computer Programs. The contest begins on November 5th and ends on January 22nd.

Here's more information:

Individual Student Goals: Students will read AR books, take tests, and earn points to meet 100% of goal while averaging 85% (at least) comprehension on all tests.

School-wide Goal: Read 115 million words by January 22. Average 85% comprehension (last year we were at 84.4%!).

Incentives:
  • 50% of goal: TRYING!
    • Students earn his/her Thumbprint Card and 5 thumbprints
  • 80% of goal: SPYING!
    • Students continue to fill Thumbprint Card
    • Students earn Secret Agent Photo
  • 100% of goal: Private EYE-ING!
    • Student fills Thumbprint Card
    • Student earns Let's Read Coupon
    • Student earns Spy Gear
    • Student earns a ticket to the "I Spy Disguise Party!"

Our school-wide reading contest promotes reading and fun and is a great way to teach kids about goal setting! Please encourage reading in the home and help your child meet his/her goal. If you have questions please contact your child's teacher or Mrs. Laird (Reading Coach). 

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