SUMMER LEARNING ASSIGNMENTS
To help students stay engaged academically and feel confident heading into the new school year, summer assignments are required for students entering grades 7–12. These assignments are designed to strengthen foundational skills, encourage critical thinking, and help students maintain the progress they made throughout the school year. Some assignments may be organized by week to help students manage their time effectively over the summer, and students are encouraged to complete the work gradually rather than waiting until the end of the break. All summer work will be reviewed during the first weeks of school and may count toward Quarter 1 grades.
Please be sure to download and complete the assignments for the courses your student will be taking in the fall. Thank you for your support in helping students continue learning and preparing for a successful school year ahead.
7th & 8th Grade
If you have any questions about your summer assignments, please reach out to: Heznie Bubb, Interim Director of 7th & 8th Grade,Director of School Counseling
English
English I & Global History Summer Reading
AP English Reading List & Directions
We are excited to share details about Fontbonne’s Summer Reading Program at this time. Fontbonne’s incoming grades 7 - 9 students will participate in a Common Reading Program, which involves reading the same book in order to create common ground for discussion with classmates. In partnership with BC High, Middle School students will read A World Without Summer by Nicholas Day (ISBN: 978-0593643877 ). For the third consecutive year, middle school students will be invited to an event at BC High to meet the author and enjoy activities with BC High students.
Incoming ninth graders will read Sue Monk Kidd’s The Secret Life of Bees.
Prospective grades 10-12 students have selected their summer reading book before and will participate in small group discussions with teachers, staff, and students on campus during our Summer Reading Day in September.
Click here to read Mrs. Sullivan's entire letter about our summer reading program.
If you have any questions about your Summer Reading assignments, please reach out to:
Susan Sullivan
English Department Chairperson
Math
Pre Calculus, Intro to Calculus, Calculus Honors
If you have any questions about your Math summer assignments please reach out to:
Stephanie Cuffe, scuffe@fontbonneboston.org
Math Chairperson
Science
AP Biology: Students will be emailed work by July 15th 2026
If you have any questions about your Science summer assignments please reach out to:
Victoria DaCosta, vdacosta@fontbonneboston.org
Science Chairperson
Social Studies
English I & Global History Summer Reading
APUSH - Book: Forever Free by Eric Foner & Assignments
US I Honors - Book: Bound by Sally Cabot Gunning & Assignments
* Books can be purchased online from many vendors.
If you have any questions about your Social Studies summer assignments please reach out to:
Julie Leonard, jleonard@fontbonneboston.org
Social Studies Chairperson
World Language
If you have any questions about your World Language summer assignment, please reach out to:
Anke Herbert, aherbert@fontbonneboston.org
World Language Chairperson
NHS Book Rental
During the last week of July and throughout the month of August, Fontbonne NHS will be hosting three separate textbook rental sales. Click here to view the list of available books. Rentals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with the books in the best condition being rented first.
We kindly ask that you arrive at the Fontbonne Foyer on the scheduled dates, prepared to rent with either cash or check, as we are unable to accept credit card payments. We look forward to assisting you! Should you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact Ms. Lorusso.
Rental Sales:
July 21, 2026 at 11 am - 1 pm
August 1, 2026 at 11 am - 1 pm
August 29, 2026 at 11 am - 1 pm
As you complete your summer assignments, remember that they are designed to help you stay engaged and prepared for the year ahead. We encourage you to do your best, stay organized, and leave plenty of time to enjoy all that summer has to offer. Have a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in September for another great year together!
