Welcome to ROAD!
ROAD is an acronym for 'Reading Opens All Doors'. It is a Reading Programme that has been designed to encourage the enjoyment of reading through Middle School, Senior School and beyond. The programme focuses on strengthening reading concentration spans, enriching reading experiences and reading a variety of genres and authors. You will be required to set goals and evaluate your achievements.
Your reading journey begins now!
Make the most of this opportunity to explore the breadth and wonder of inspirational people, unusual characters, historical events, modern challenges and literary award winners.
"Books are the plane, and the train, and the road.
They are the destination, and the journey.
They are home."
Anna Quindlen
In order to borrow a book using the Library self-check out you will need your SmartRider card. If you have forgotten your card please speak to a Library staff member.
At the beginning of each school term you will be instructed by your teacher to open Teams and the 7REL One Note. This is your notebook where all your Reading Enrichment tasks are located.
Set your reading goals in the first week of each Term and endeavour to stick to them.
Once you have set goals, it is important to be committed to them, similar to achieving a 'PB' or 'personal best' as you would do in a training for a sporting event.
Your keep striving to improve and challenge yourself so that the experience becomes valuable and enjoyable.
Everyone needs to challenge themselves in every pursuit.
You’re in the right place. Tell us what titles or genres you’ve enjoyed in the past, and we’ll give you surprisingly insightful recommendations.