What is Accelerated Reader
A.R. is our library reading program. Students read individual reading-level appropriate books and take corresponding comprehension quizzes. Individual STUDENT GOALS are set based on results of the STAR test taken several times each school year. There are three goals to consider: 1. Minimum Average % Correct on quizzes is 85% or higher. 2. Points Earned is based on practice reading time required (30 minutes daily) and the number of weeks in the trimester. 3. Minimum Average Book Level is not to be lower than the lowest number of the students' individual reading level (ZPD). ZPD: Zone of Proximal Development (recommended A.R. book level range to allow for proficient fluency and comprehension.) Additional prizes can be earned by achieving READER CERTIFICATIONS: * SUPER READER: The student must read three books with a 2.0 or higher book level that are each worth at least one point. Only books read independently count toward certification. * ADVANCED READER: The student must read three books with a 3.0 or higher book level that are each worth at least two points. Only books read independently count toward certification. * STAR READER: The student must read three books with a 4.0 or higher book level that are each worth at least four points. Only books read independently count toward certification. * CLASSIC READER: The student must read three books with a 6.0 or higher book level that are each worth at least seven points. Only books read independently count toward certification.