One Book, One School William G. Rohrer Middle School

“One Book, One School” O Literacy and Community Building Program O Replaces traditional summer reading curriculum O Involves all middle school students and staff O Encourages community participation O Becomes a memorable shared reading experience that connects all participants O Activities centered around the themes of the book will take place throughout the fall

Jeremy Fink and The Meaning of Life O Committee’s Recommendation: O Jeremy Fink and The Meaning of Life by popular young adult author Wendy Mass O The book is about a teenage boy on a quest to unlock a box (given to him by his late father) which promises to reveal the meaning of life. O The story focuses on themes of friendship, self- discovery, and coping with loss.

Program Promotion O Promotion is a vital part of the One Book, One School initiative. Below are a few of the possible ways the committee will communicate information to stakeholders: District letters alerts Website postings OBOS Social Media Bulletins & Announcements Hallway Posters Retrospect

Whole School Activities O Activities will be facilitated by the OBOS committee, RMS Student Council, and RMS Student Ambassadors O Planned activities include: O Book Sale and Author Q&A at Barnes and Noble on June 6 th O Rock Garden for RMS O RMS Hosted Book Club for Staff, Students, Parents, Community Members O Parent Activity O Advisory Committee creating an activity to give back to the community

“Life gives meaning to life. The answer to the meaning of life is hidden right there inside the question.” Wendy Mass, The Meaning of Life Thank you!