2023 Summer Assignments
(Scroll down to see information for AP Lang, AP Lit, AP Pre-Calc, and AP Calc)
AP English Language and Composition – Ms. Drohan and Mr. Plyler
Due: August 14th or August 15th, 2023
Book: The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
As you read, keep track of the following:
1. Plot
- What are the actions or events of the narrative? List major and minor events.
- How does the passage of time function in the plot? Chronological? Is there foreshadowing? Are there flashbacks? List them.
- Identify the climax.
- Identify all conflicts (man vs. man, man vs. himself, man vs. nature, man vs. society). Be specific!
2. Character
- Create a list of major and minor characters followed by a description.
3. Setting
- Identify the setting(s) (time, place, atmosphere).
4. Images and Symbols
- What images are used in this work?
- Are the images literal or figurative?
- Are there repeated images? List them.
- What symbols are used in this work?
5. Themes
- Create a list of thematic connections that are addressed in the novel.
AP English Literature and Composition - Ms. Newman
Due: August 24th or August 25th, 2023
Book: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
As you read, keep track of the following:
1. Plot
- What are the actions or events of the narrative? List major and minor events.
- How does the passage of time function in the plot? Chronological? Is there foreshadowing? Are there flashbacks? List them.
- Identify the climax.
- Identify all conflicts (man vs. man, man vs. himself, man vs. nature, man vs. society). Be specific!
2. Character
- Create a list of major and minor characters followed by a description.
3. Setting
- Identify the setting(s) (time, place, atmosphere).
4. Images and Symbols
- What images are used in this work?
- Are the images literal or figurative?
- Are there repeated images? List them.
- What symbols are used in this work?
5. Themes
- Create a list of thematic connections that are addressed in the novel.
For incoming AP PreCalculus Students:
Below you will find directions on accessing the optional summer math assignment. This assignment is designed to help students keep their skills sharp, or to help those students who are unsure about PreCalculus make sure their algebra skills are up to par with expectations. It is completely optional and will in no way affect your grade if you choose not to complete it, however it is highly recommended and strongly encouraged.
Directions for accessing the OPTIONAL Practice for PreCalculus Delta Math
If you ALREADY have a Delta Math account:
1. Log in to your existing account.
2. Click on “Tools” and then “Manage Login and Teachers”
3. On the next screen, select “Add Teacher”
4. Enter the Teacher Code: 851396 and select the class “Optional Practice for PreCalculus”.
*Note: It will list the teacher as Locke, but you may have a different PreCalculus teacher when you get your schedule. That is not a problem as your actual teacher will have access to this information.
5. Once logged in, you will be taken to a screen that shows the optional practice assignment. You are not required to complete all problems. This is to help you for next year and will not be graded in any way 😊
If you do NOT have a Delta Math account:
1. Go to www.deltamath.com and click on “Create Account” and then select “Student”
2. In the pop-up window, enter the Teacher Code: 851396
*Note: It will list the teacher as Locke, but you may have a different PreCalculus teacher when you get your schedule. That is not a problem as your actual teacher will have access to this information.
3. Select the class “Optional Practice for PreCalculus”
4. Once logged in, you will be taken to a screen that shows the optional practice assignment. You are not required to complete all problems. This is to help you for next year and will not be graded in any way 😊
For incoming AP Calculus AB Students:
Below you will find directions on accessing the optional summer math assignment. This assignment is designed to help students keep their skills sharp, or to help those students who are unsure if their prerequisite skills are up to par with expectations. It is completely optional and will in no way affect your grade if you choose not to complete it, however it is highly recommended and strongly encouraged.
Directions for accessing the OPTIONAL Practice for AP Calculus AB Delta Math
If you ALREADY have a Delta Math account:
1. Log in to your existing account.
2. Click on “Tools” and then “Manage Login and Teachers”
3. On the next screen, select “Add Teacher”
4. Enter the Teacher Code: 851396 and select the class “Optional Practice for AP Calculus AB”.
5. Once logged in, you will be taken to a screen that shows the optional practice assignment. You are not required to complete all problems. This is to help you for next year and will not be graded in any way 😊
If you do NOT have a Delta Math account:
1. Go to www.deltamath.com and click on “Create Account” and then select “Student”
2. In the pop-up window, enter the Teacher Code: 851396
3. Select the class “Optional Practice for AP Calculus AB”
4. Once logged in, you will be taken to a screen that shows the optional practice assignment. You are not required to complete all problems. This is to help you for next year and will not be graded in any way 😊