1. Accelerated Reader Program Presented by Douglas County Schools Adapted by Linda J. Tiller ASES Media Specialist

2. What is Accelerated Reading (AR)?

3. a computer-based program that allows students to take quizzes on a variety of books. AR is…

4. AR also keeps track of: 1.The books students are reading 2.The average level of books being read by each child 3.The average percent scored by each child

5. In a Nutshell… Students… RRead a book Independently AAre read a book aloud RRead a book with others And Then… Take a quiz on that book

6. How does AR help with my child’s reading achievement?

7.  It gives a child a chance to practice reading books on his/her reading level  It also quizzes him/ her on comprehension

8. How is my child’s reading level determined?

9.  STAR Reading Test  A computer-based test/tool used to determine a child’s reading ability (i.e. a book level that will be a comfortable beginning for a student)  Dibels  Teacher’s Observation

10. What are AR points and how can my child earn them?

11.  AR Points are awarded once a quiz has been completed successfully (80% or higher score).  AR points are tracked by the computer for each student. Points

12. Points  The number of points earned depends on the books being read.  The more difficult the book, the more points can be earned.  Points range from.5 to approx. 50.

13. Reading Level 5.7 6.0 Points (189) Reading Level 4.4 3.0 Points (118p) Reading Level 6.8 32.0 Points (118p) Reading Level 1.9.5 Points (24p) Reading Level 4.6 1.0 Points (102p) Reading Level 6.2.5 Points (47p)

14. Where can I find AR Books?

15.  Our Media Center  Local Public Libraries You can find our AR list on our school’s website by choosing the “Library” link and then clicking on “AR Quiz Lists.”

16. What are my child’s AR goals ?

17.  NEW end of the year point goal: K – 18 points 1 – 30 points 2 – 49 points 3 – 70 points 4 – 90 points 5 – 105 points  End of the year score goal. An average of 80% or higher for each student.

18. Questions Can AR quizzes be taken at home? No. Our AR program is server-based and not online based at this time. Quizzes can be taken in class, the Media Center, or any classroom in the building. Is every book an AR book? No. Almost every book can become an AR book if we purchase the test for it.

19. AR CODE OF CONDUCT  1. Students may only take tests on books they have read, they have read with someone, or someone read to them.  2. Students may not take a test on a book which has been made into a movie unless they have read the book.  3. Students may not take tests for other students.

20. AR CODE OF CONDUCT (Continued)  4. students may not discuss AR questions or answers with other students.  5. Students may not take more than 2 quizzes per school day.  6. Students must not reveal their password to anyone other than a parent or teacher.