Rongotai Reading Rewards

Our reading programme is a school wide initiative designed to raise the number of books read by junior students. It was started in 2009 by English teacher, Mr Kit Norman and supported by Librarian, Robbie Wathne. The programme focuses on reluctant readers, with the aim to increase their readership and to encourage competent readers to choose different genres and more challenging text. It has been very successful. We would like to acknowledge the contributions of the Rongotai Parents Association and the Island Bay Lions Club.

The objectives are:
  • To raise the profile of reading within the school
  • Encourage regular reading at home during the school year
  • Use of a reward system that appeals to boys and provides a reason for it to be OK to read.
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Winners of the School Blazer from 2011

2012 Prize Winners feature in the local newspaper!

How does it Work?

  • 1/2 hour of sustained reading within the library per class each week.
  • The books that are read are recorded in a reading log, which the teachers monitor and update on the school management system.
  • Reading progress appears on school reports keeping parents informed
  • Prizes are awarded 2 to 3 times a term.

How is it Going?

  • Reading has become an acceptable activity and library is well used.
  • Boys are reading more, library issues have increased.
  • Boys who wouldn't read are now reading multiple books.
  • It has created healthy competition between the boys within their classes, with the school blazer being the ultimate prize.

Reading Rewards 2013

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One Book - Drinks on Us
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Three Books - Beach Party
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Five Books - RC Showing at the Reading Cinema
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Seven Books - Pool Party at Kilbirnie
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Ten Books - You come up with an idea for a prize