We are committed to nurturing and developing curious, creative, compassionate, and committed global citizens. Our vision is to inspire students to not only excel academically but also to cultivate personal excellence within an ethical framework.
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions." We believe that by embracing critical thinking and continuous learning, you can enrich your life and make a positive impact in the world.
We have prepared a set of summer assignments that will challenge your thinking, encourage exploration, and foster personal development. These assignments are carefully curated to align with our school values and promote the pursuit of knowledge.
We encourage you to approach these summer assignments with an open mind and a thirst for knowledge. Embrace the opportunity to develop your critical thinking skills, which are the foundation of a fulfilling life. This summer, let your intellectual curiosity soar, and let the world of literature be your guide. Wishing you a summer filled with discovery and growth! To embark on a journey of intellectual exploration, please click on the summer assignment links below.
We encourage you to approach these summer assignments with an open mind and a thirst for knowledge. Embrace the opportunity to develop your critical thinking skills, which are the foundation of a fulfilling life. This summer, let your intellectual curiosity soar, and let the world of literature be your guide. Wishing you a summer filled with discovery and growth! To embark on a journey of intellectual exploration, please click on the summer assignment links below.
Packages
LOWER SCHOOL
For the Summer of 2023, we are assigning the combination of the Summer Bridges workbooks and the teacher-selected packets as the required summer assignments for the lower school.
The Summer Bridges workbooks are broken into 60 daily sets of activities. Each set is designed to take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These workbooks are intended to reinforce concepts learned during the previous year and aim to prepare students for a quick and successful transition into the next grade. We are asking parents to purchase the Summer Bridges workbook, which costs about $10.
Below is the link to the Summer Bridges website where you can order the appropriate workbook. Parents may also choose to buy the Summer Bridges Essential Pack, which comes with some flashcards, additional readings, and a backpack. The workbooks are also available on Amazon for about the same price.
https://www.summerbridgeactivities.org/
The Summer Bridges workbooks are broken into 60 daily sets of activities. Each set is designed to take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These workbooks are intended to reinforce concepts learned during the previous year and aim to prepare students for a quick and successful transition into the next grade. We are asking parents to purchase the Summer Bridges workbook, which costs about $10.
Below is the link to the Summer Bridges website where you can order the appropriate workbook. Parents may also choose to buy the Summer Bridges Essential Pack, which comes with some flashcards, additional readings, and a backpack. The workbooks are also available on Amazon for about the same price.
https://www.summerbridgeactivities.org/
- Students entering Grade K: Summer Bridges P-K workbook
- Students entering Grade 1: Summer Bridges K-1 workbook
- Students entering Grade 2: Summer Bridges 1-2 workbook
- Students entering Grade 3: Summer Bridges 2-3 workbook
- Students entering Grade 4: Summer Bridges 3-4 workbook
Links for Teacher Packet and Reading Lists
The teacher-selected packet will be printed and distributed in school before the last day. Digital copies are available at the link below. Reading lists are provided in both the workbook and the teacher's packet. Students are encouraged to read about 30 minutes a day over the summer months.
Leveled Summer Reading List
Lower School Teacher Summer Packets
To encourage students and families to take the assignments seriously, all lower school homeroom teachers will count the completion of the summer assignment as a graded assignment for the first marking period.
If you have any difficulties or questions, please contact our Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Brian Caiazzo (brian.caiazzo@pioneeracademy.org)
The teacher-selected packet will be printed and distributed in school before the last day. Digital copies are available at the link below. Reading lists are provided in both the workbook and the teacher's packet. Students are encouraged to read about 30 minutes a day over the summer months.
Leveled Summer Reading List
Lower School Teacher Summer Packets
To encourage students and families to take the assignments seriously, all lower school homeroom teachers will count the completion of the summer assignment as a graded assignment for the first marking period.
If you have any difficulties or questions, please contact our Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Brian Caiazzo (brian.caiazzo@pioneeracademy.org)
MIDDLE SCHOOL
For the 2023 Summer, we are assigning the completion of the Summer Bridges workbooks as the primary summer assignment. The workbooks are broken down into 60 daily sets of activities. Each set is designed to take approximately 15 minutes to complete. These workbooks are intended to reinforce concepts learned during the previous year and aim to prepare students for a quick and successful transition into the next grade.
To encourage students and families to take the assignments seriously, all middle school core teachers (Math, ELA, Social Studies, Math) will count the completion of the workbooks as graded assignments for the first marking period.
We are kindly asking our parents to purchase the Summer Bridges workbook for their child. The typical cost is about $10. Below you will find the link to the Summer Bridges website where you can order the appropriate workbook. Parents may also choose to buy the Summer Bridges Essential Pack, which comes with some flashcards, additional readings, and a backpack. The workbooks are also available on Amazon for about the same price.https://www.summerbridgeactivities.org/
To encourage students and families to take the assignments seriously, all middle school core teachers (Math, ELA, Social Studies, Math) will count the completion of the workbooks as graded assignments for the first marking period.
We are kindly asking our parents to purchase the Summer Bridges workbook for their child. The typical cost is about $10. Below you will find the link to the Summer Bridges website where you can order the appropriate workbook. Parents may also choose to buy the Summer Bridges Essential Pack, which comes with some flashcards, additional readings, and a backpack. The workbooks are also available on Amazon for about the same price.https://www.summerbridgeactivities.org/
- Students entering Grade 5: Summer Bridges 4-5 workbook
- Students entering Grade 6: Summer Bridges 5-6 workbook
- Students entering Grade 7: Summer Bridges 6-7 workbook
- Students entering Grade 8: Summer Bridges 7-8 workbook
Summer Reading
In addition to the completion of the Summer Bridges workbook, students are strongly encouraged to read for 20 to 30 minutes each day. Below is a good resource for summer reading lists. Summer Reading Lists
Summer Enrichment Assignments
Below you will find a link for any enrichment activities selected by the middle school teachers. These activities are completely optional and will not be graded. Still, we encourage our students to try the activities that spark their interest.
Summer Enrichment Activities
If you have any difficulties or questions, please contact our K-8 Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Brian Caiazzo (brian.caiazzo@pioneeracademy.org). Students entering high school should refer to the school website for any course-specific summer assignments. Thank you for your support in helping our students achieve their highest potential.
In addition to the completion of the Summer Bridges workbook, students are strongly encouraged to read for 20 to 30 minutes each day. Below is a good resource for summer reading lists. Summer Reading Lists
Summer Enrichment Assignments
Below you will find a link for any enrichment activities selected by the middle school teachers. These activities are completely optional and will not be graded. Still, we encourage our students to try the activities that spark their interest.
Summer Enrichment Activities
If you have any difficulties or questions, please contact our K-8 Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Brian Caiazzo (brian.caiazzo@pioneeracademy.org). Students entering high school should refer to the school website for any course-specific summer assignments. Thank you for your support in helping our students achieve their highest potential.