Accelerated Reader is an assessment that primarily determines whether or not a child has read a book. The software provides additional information to teachers regarding reading rates, amount of reading, and other variables related to reading. There are three steps to using Accelerated Reader. First, students choose and read a fiction or non-fiction book. Teachers monitor reading. Second, students take a quiz. Third, the teacher receives information that is intended to assist, motivate reading, monitor progress, and target instruction. Reports regarding reading level and comprehension skills are available through the software.

 

At Blackstock JHS students participate in the Accelerated Reading Program, also known as AR. Our goal is to increase students' reading growth. The advisors are Ms. Goodwin and Ms. Reveles. Quarterly recognition and prizes are given out during Renaissance assemblies. In the past prizes have included teacher goodie bags, (pens, pencils, bookmarks, etc.) movie tickets, and even an iPod.