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Prep School News - July, 2006

AdmissionsQuest, Inc.

Featured Article: Summer Reading!

In this issue:
• Summer Reading: No list? How & what do you read?
• School Spotlight: Hebron Academy
• Private School News

Summer Reading: No list? How & what do you read?
By Brian Fisher, AdmissionsQuest, Inc.
Summer reading: What does it involve? Almost every independent school produces a summer reading list, has a summer reading requirement, and has some type of student evaluation upon arrival to school in the fall. If there is no list, then what can we do?

As an English teacher, I don’t want to produce yet another list of recommended readings. Rather - given the proven benefits of reading - I will suggest only this (to students and parents): Read and read widely.

How will you read? How to read is the argument that I want to put forth. When you read during the summer, don’t just read quickly or because you are required to do so, read for information, for improvement, and for fun. Practice the craft of reading. Work to make yourself a better reader. Become involved in what you are reading. “I already know how to read.” I can hear the refrains. My reply: “We don’t always read well.” Reading well takes practice - lots of practice. We often read too quickly when working to make a deadline or to complete a requirement. We don’t like the subject, so we skim. Or, sometimes it’s easier to watch television or listen to the radio.

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School Spotlight: Hebron Academy
Hebron Academy, Hebron, ME

Hebron Academy, founded in 1804, is a boarding and day school located on the eastern edge of the White Mountains in Hebron, Maine. Hebron serves boys and girls in grades 6- PG. Hebron's challengin curriculm is complemented by both Honors and Advanced Placement offerings. Class sizes range from 6-12 students. There are strong programs in fine and performing arts, as well as a full athletic program. Hebron Academy faculty inspire and guide students to reach their highest potential in miond, body, and spirt.

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