Academics
Summer Reading
Summer Reading Program
The goal of the Summer Reading Program is to develop a habit of reading in students as well as to promote a lifelong love of reading. Mindful that summer is an opportunity for students to get out of the classroom and enjoy their summer while also encouraging them to explore the world of books.
Each returning student will now be required to read two books over the summer. The first book will be a classic piece of literature that is selected by the English Department, this book will be a springboard to discussion in their English class in the fall. You will also need to complete an assignment for your English book. Once these assignments become available they will posted on the download section of this page.
The second book for sophomores, juniors, and seniors was selected by the student from a list of books nominated by faculty members. This list contains contemporary and classics, fiction and non-fiction books. The student is expected to read the book over the summer and be prepared to engage in discussion about the book in a small group during a special schedule day in September. Freshmen and transfer students will read, "I, John Baptist De la Salle."
****** All students will need their course numbers to select their assignments.
FIRST BOOK (OR BOOKS) – Chosen by the English Department
FIRST BOOK (OR BOOKS) – Chosen by the English Department
This book is assigned to you based on the English course you are enrolled in for next academic year. You may click the summer reading tile to the right to learn more. You cannot purchase this book through Follett along with your other textbooks, you must get this book from another store.
SECOND BOOK - I, John Baptist De la Salle
Details for this book can be found in the summer reading tile to the right under Course 111.
If you are planning to retake the Mathematics Placement test, please review the sample topics and problems (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry).
SECOND BOOK - I, John Baptist De la Salle
Details for this book can be found in the summer reading tile to the right under Course 111.
If you are planning to retake the Mathematics Placement test, please review the sample topics and problems (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry).
Summer Reading Assignments
Incoming Freshmen and new Transfer Students: Each incoming freshman or transfer student is asked to read a PDF version of I, John Baptist de La Salle. Click HERE for the PDF of the I, St. John Baptist de La Salle required reading for all Freshmen and Transfer Students. Click HERE for the Freshman Religion assignment (I, St. John Baptist de La Salle (Course 111)). All incoming freshmen also have a summer reading book which is determined by your English section. These assignments can be found HERE. If you are taking AP Human Geography, click HERE for your summer assignement.
Upperclassmen: All upperclassmen should check the student resource board and click on the Summer Reading Info tile for more information.
Upperclassmen: All upperclassmen should check the student resource board and click on the Summer Reading Info tile for more information.
Follett Online Book Store: Click Here to view the Follett Online Book Store ordering instructions.
Calvert Hall College High School
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Calvert Hall College High School is a private Catholic college preparatory high school for boys, located in Baltimore, Maryland. Our mission is to foster Men of intellect, Men of faith, and Men of integrity in the Lasallian tradition.
