What is it?
Pagers is a program that supports the benefits of reading.

What is its purpose?
• To encourage independent reading as a pleasurable experience, a worthwhile endeavor,
and a part of the Saint Thomas Academy culture;
• To build community with other students and with faculty and staff.

How does it work?
• Read one book a quarter;
• Participate all four quarters or as you choose;
• Books can be purchased for half price through the school, or they can be purchased
independently (full price) or borrowed from libraries;
• Books will be discussed at the end of each quarter during two successive lunch periods;
• Students meeting participation requirements will receive extra credit through their English
classes.

What constitutes "meeting participation requirements"?
• Students must complete the entire book by the designated date;
• Students must attend BOTH lunchtime discussions;
• Students should bring a copy of the book to the discussions;
• Students must pass a comprehension quiz;
• Student must participate in the discussions in a meaningful way to demonstrate to
the moderator that he has actually read the book.

How do students participate?
• Sign up with Mrs. Lindstrom by the designated date
• Purchase books at a discounted rate from Mrs. Lindstrom or obtain independently;
• Sign up for a small group discussion;
• Keep updated on the program through on the Web site (discussion questions are posted there).

How are books chosen for Pagers?
There are several criteria used to select books for Pagers. These include:
• Broad range of appeal and appropriate for ages 14-18 (or 12-14 for Middle School);
• Diverse topics, styles of writing, and literary genres;
• Appropriate level of literary quality;
• Available in paperback and generally between 250-350 pages.