MJMS Battle of the Books 2014-2015 Permission slip/Disclaimer to be returned by October 1st if participating

“America’s Battle of the Books is a voluntary reading incentive program for students...The purpose is simply to encourage students to read good books and have fun while competing with peers.”

Permission Slip and Disclaimer

1. Students may not change or drop out of teams once they have signed up for Battle of the Books. Remember: Students who drop out or don’t do their reading will be putting their team at a disadvantage and will be eliminated.

2. Students agree to read at least 7-8 books off the list to help the entire team do well in the Battle of the Books. The competition will be held sometime in March.

3. Students may form teams of 4 members. We will help individuals who cannot find a team or who are short team member(s).

4. Each team will choose their own team name.

5. Depending on number of teams per grade level will determine if the battles will be divided by grades or grades will battle each other.

6. Students will be required to complete summaries for each book read.

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Parent and Student Signature and Initials:

Parent Initial:

____I agree to allow my child to participate in Battle of the Books and will help him/her abide by the stated rules.

____I also understand that The Battle of the Books book list may/or may not be on the approved Canyons School District book list.

____Student’s who do not read will be eliminated.

Signature of Parent or Guardian __________________________________Date_______________

Signature of Student _____________________________________________Date_______________

PLEASE RETURN TO THE OFFICE BY October 1st, 2014

Please direct any questions to ptsa.mjms@gmail.com