Galvin Middle School
Summer Reading Program
For Students Entering Grades 6, 7, & 8 in September, 2008
“When I look back, I am so impressed again with the life-giving power of literature. If I were a young person today, trying to gain a sense of myself in the world, I would do that again by reading, just as I did when I was young.” ~ Maya Angelou
Galvin Middle School - Summer Reading Program
Dear Students and Parents,
The Galvin Middle School believes that learning is a year-round endeavor and that summer vacation presents unique opportunities for increased learning. Students are encouraged to take advantage of those opportunities to extend their literacy skills.
To become a summer reader, students are required to read four books. Students who read eight or more books will become expert summer readers. All students who participate will be recognized with a summer reading breakfast in the fall and will receive certificates of participation.
Our goal is for 100% participation of the entering sixth grade class. Information for the Galvin Summer Reading program can also be found on the school’s website www.cantonma.org/galvin/.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Happy reading!
James Spillane
ELA/Reading Department Coordinator
Galvin Middle School
Questions? Email us at spillanej@cantonma.org