2023 SUMMER READING SELECTION:
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1984 by George Orwell

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Portrays life in a future time when a totalitarian government watches over all citizens and directs all activities.


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Band, Jazz Band, Music Production teacher Mr. Cory Smith sponsors
Drumline and Drum Corps. In his free time, he enjoys music producing, DJing, woodworking and digital art.

American War by Omar El Akkad

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A second American Civil War and devastating plague in the late 21st century forces a family into a camp for displaced people, where a young woman is befriended by a mysterious functionary who would transform her into a living weapon.


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Dr. Andrew Woodward teaches 
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Humanities 8, New Media 10, And AP Seminar 11. He is an assistant Debate and Public Speaking Coach. In his free time, he enjoys swimming, yoga; and he has written books. He likes to read mystery, dystopia, and some classics.

So why select this novel: "The future society in American War seems a little too close to home which makes it unsettling but important; it’s also very human— both the good and the ugly."



The Hunger Games by Susan Collins

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In a future North America, where the rulers of Panem maintain control through an annual televised survival competition pitting young people from each of the twelve districts against one another, sixteen-year-old Katniss's skills are put to the test when she voluntarily takes her younger sister's place.


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University Guidance counselor and Junior Field Hockey coach, Ms. Rachel Pezim enjoys hiking, running, camping, reading, and adventuring with her two sons. She is a fan of mystery, historical fiction, and fantasy novels.

So why did she select this dystopian novel: "Everyone loves a compelling series with a big movie companion. When I read this the first time, I couldn't put it down. There is something about dystopia that is especially thrilling and this book delivers!"


The Selection by Kiera Cass

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Sixteen-year-old America Singer is living in the caste-divided nation of Illea, which formed after the war that destroyed the United States. America is chosen to compete in the
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--a contest to see which girl can win the heart of Illea's prince--but all she really wants is a chance for a future with her secret love, Aspen, who is a caste below her.


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Ms. Jennifer Dousett is the Director of Teaching and Learning. In her free time, she enjoys puzzles, watching anime, and "driving my kids around." Her favourite genre is realistic fiction.

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