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PA Cyber’s summer activities offer students of all age groups opportunities to learn something new and have fun while school’s out. Take on an adventure, learn a new skill, and get to know your peers. We are offering a mix of virtual and in-person programs. These activities do not offer credit toward graduation.

To register for any of these activities, please click on the corresponding Jot Form link.

We look forward to seeing you this summer!

Table of Contents Virtual Summer Club Descriptions…………………………………….…………....Pages 4-10 Register for clubs by June 1. Some summer clubs have a limited number of virtual seats.

Registration links provided below by grade group.

Elementary School (K-5)

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/221313992556156 Session 1 (June 13-June 30) Archie’s Art Academy Archie’s Investigators Caterpillars to Butterflies Create Your Own Garden - Gardening Club STEM Space Club: Mission to Moon Trees of PA Are a Cool Breeze!

Session 2 (July 11-July 29) Adventures with Flat Stanley Archie’s Art Academy Caterpillars to Butterflies STEM Space Club: Mission to Moon

Middle School (6-8)

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/221315258997162 Session 1 (June 13-June 30) Adventure Masters Bat Habitat Christian Creations Happy Scrappers Paper Club Harnessing Nature’s Energy Hoops & Loops - Embroidery for Beginners Hot Off The Press! Newspaper Club Let’s Be Fly and Tie-Dye Mosaic Madness Paint Like an Impressionist

Session 2 (July 11-July 29) Bat Habitat Creative Arts Online Portfolio Project Happy Scrappers Paper Club Hot Off The Press! Newspaper Club Let’s Be Fly and Tie-Dye Mosaic Madness Paint Like an Impressionist Recycle Tees Please

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High School (9-12)

Register here: https://form.jotform.com/221315330975149 Session 1 (June 13-June 30) Adventure Masters Comic Creations Creative Arts Online Portfolio Project Ear Buds Fishing Is Fantastic Herb Growing for Flavorful Foods Hoops & Loops - Embroidery for Beginners Hot Off The Press! Newspaper Club Let’s Be Fly and Tie-Dye Paint Like an Impressionist Paper Scrap Crafts

Session 2 (July 11-July 29) Creative Arts Online Portfolio Project Ear Buds Escape Club Fishing Is Fantastic Happy Scrappers Paper Club Harnessing Nature’s Energy Herb Growing for Flavorful Foods Hot Off The Press! Newspaper Club Let’s Be Fly and Tie-Dye Paint Like an Impressionist Putting Our Pieces Together Quilting Club Recycle Tees Please Vinyl Creations

Philadelphia Field Trip…………………………………………..…………………….…..Pages 11-12 Summer Camps……………………………………………..…………………………....…..Pages 13-16 Book Bingo………………………………………………………………………….……………..…....Page 17

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Virtual Summer Clubs All grades listed apply to your child’s grade for the 2022–2023 school year.

Adventure Masters Advisor Karlee Hoffman Grades 6-12 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Wednesday/Thursday Times 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Description We will explore and create choose-your-own-adventure style stories using story mapping and interactive hyperlinks.

Adventures with Flat Stanley Advisor Deb Kress Grades 2-5 Dates Session 2: July 11-July 29 Mondays/Thursdays Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description Create a Flat Stanley and Flat Stanley Journal. Learn how to put his adventures into his own book. Practice storytelling and creative writing while making new friends.

Archie’s Art Academy Advisor Tiffany Hradil Grades 3-5 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Description Archie’s Art Academy is an introductory art class that introduces fine arts to students. Our club promotes creative thinking through artistic instruction. Students will be provided a chance to work with paint, markers, canvas, chalk as they build their own art portfolios focused on the work of major artists. All students will leave the club with their own masterpiece(s).

Archie's Investigators Advisor Lauren Graham Grades 3-5 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Tuesday/Thursday Times 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Description Join us for some fun and intrigue as we solve new mysteries each week.

Students will be able to combine the fun of solving mysteries with skill development in the areas of problem solving, interviewing, teamwork, and communication.

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Bat Habitat Advisor Grades Dates Times Description

Lucas Allen 6-8 Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Most people wince at the sight of a bat or when simply hearing about them. Bats are one of the most misunderstood animals. In this summer club session, students will learn all about bat facts and the common myths that simply aren't true. Students will also get to build their very own bat box from a DIY bat box kit. Come join us as we explore this unique, misunderstood creature.

Caterpillars to Butterflies Advisor Jennifer Neidl Grades 1-5 Dates Grades 1-2: Session 1: June 13-June 30 Grades 3-5: Session 2: July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description Watch nature come alive with butterfly metamorphosis: the amazing process of how caterpillars become butterflies. Club members will receive a kit complete with caterpillars and lodgings, and each week we will discuss changes and progress. After our caterpillars emerge as butterflies, we will release them into the world!

Christian Creations Advisor Kelly L. Ruzzi Grades 6-8 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Tuesday/Thursday Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description This summer, let's focus on the joy and beauty of God's creation with Christian-based arts and crafts!

Comic Book Advisor Grades Dates Times Description

Amie Waddell 9-12 Session 1: June 13-June 30 Monday/Wednesday 1:30 PM- 2:30 PM Students will collaborate to make a comic book.

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Create Your Own Garden - Gardening Club Advisor Debra Kress Grades K-5 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Mondays/Thursdays Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description You and your gardening friends will discover and create your own amazing garden. You will be provided with materials.

Creative Arts Online Portfolio Project Advisor Stephanie Mangan Grades 6-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description Ready to show the world your amazing artwork? Whether it's the coziest blanket you've ever crocheted, your gorgeous landscape photography from your latest trip, thought-provoking acrylic on canvas, or whatever your craft may be, we are going to create an online portfolio to showcase your talents.

Ear Buds Advisor Grades Dates Times Description Escape Club Advisor Grades Dates Times Description

Scot Rutledge 9-12 Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Students create a podcast called Shifting Perspective, where they interview, tell stories, and discuss topics that matter to them.

Karlee Hoffman 9-12 Session 2: July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Wednesday 11:00 AM-12:00 PM We will use Google programs to explore and create our own digital escape room.

Fishing Is Fantastic Advisor Dr. Jay Barris Grades 9-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Description Students will be provided with a fishing kit and learn all about the fishing experience. Sessions include an introduction to fishing, where to fish, stocking schedules, water safety, laws, processing, cooking, and more!

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Happy Scrappers Paper Club Advisors Kimberly Collins and Samantha George Grades 6-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Wednesday Times 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Description In this club, we will explore the art of paper quilling and collage. Using strips of paper, we will create visual art that has different textures and features. Get ready to use your creativity to make beautiful paper masterpieces!

Harnessing Nature’s Energy Advisor Chad Morrow Grades Grades 6-12 Dates Grades 6-8: Session 1: June 13-June 30 Grades 9-12: Session 2: July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Description Students will learn about the energy nature can provide. We will build and paint kites to use nature's wind energy. Additionally, we will build a solar-powered car so students can see how solar energy is captured and used to power objects in everyday life.

Herb Growing for Flavorful Foods Advisor Kim Refosco Grades 9-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Monday/Wednesday Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description Members of this club will receive common kitchen herbs to grow, taste test, and add flavor to recipes.

Hoops & Loops - Embroidery for Beginners Advisor Erin Butler Grades 6-12 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Monday/Wednesday Times 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Description In this club, participants will be introduced to a variety of embroidery stitches. No prior experience required. We will practice the basics and create a small 'sun sampler' together. Then we will make an Archie embroidery pillow together. We will also learn lettering designs and techniques, how to embroider directly onto fabric/shirts/jeans, and design good patterns for your own project.

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Hot Off The Press! Newspaper Club Advisor Kelli Moon and Samantha Muto Grades 7-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Description Be first to break the latest news at PA Cyber! We are looking for writers of all levels! Students will be paired up to learn the ins and outs of writing newspaper articles. Students will learn how to interview sources and write up articles that captivate and inform readers. Finally, we'll learn how to create a design that highlights the article topic and draws readers in!

Let’s Be Fly and Tie-Dye Advisor LaTaya Barrett (grades 5-8) Jikkiko Owens (grades 9-12) Grades 6-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Description Tie dye is no longer a vintage style. The colorful print is making a major comeback. Express yourself with a one-of-a-kind design that only you can make.

Mosaic Madness Advisor Grades Dates Times Description

Jesi Fetterman 6-8 Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Monday/Wednesday 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Are you an inspiring artist who wants to get your hands dirty? Well then join us and create two mosaic designs! During this session, we will create a mosaic design on a rock to decorate your garden as well as a photo frame to cherish your summer memories.

Paint Like an Impressionist Advisor Rachel Klemencic Grades 6-12 Dates Both sessions: June 13-June 30 & July 11-July 29 Tuesday/Thursday Times 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Description Students will learn about the French art movement know as Impressionism. Students will receive art materials and learn how to paint like an Impressionist. Students will create their own Impressionism style painting to keep.

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Putting Our Pieces Together Quilting Club Advisor Katie Batting Grades 9-12 Dates Session 2: July 11-July 29 Monday/Wednesday Times 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Description You may think of quilting as an old, boring task that your grandma does, but it is so much more than that. Join us as we piece together bits of fabric to create a piece of art. You will learn a method of quilting called English Paper Piecing. The great thing about EPP is that it doesn't require a sewing machine! You don't really even have to have much experience with a needle and thread. You'll be amazed at what you can do!

Recycle Tees Please Advisor Erin Butler Grades 6-12 Dates Session 2: July 11-July 29 Monday/Wednesday Times 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Description Pull out those old T-shirts and give them some new life. In this workshop we will use your old T-shirts to do some pretty awesome projects. We will learn a simple marker tie-dye technique, a no-sew pillow, a small take-along bag, and many more. Come join in on the adventure while we recycle your old tees.

STEM Space Club: Mission to Moon Advisor Katie Hollinger Grades 1-5 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30, Monday/Wednesday Session 2: July 11-July 29, Tuesday/Thursday Times Session 1: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Session 2: 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Description Participate in engineering design challenges such as space suit design and growing plants in space. Get ready to blast off because this will be one epic Mission to Moon.

Trees of PA Are a Cool Breeze!

Advisor Russ Russell Grades 1-5 Dates Session 1: June 13-June 30 Monday/Wednesday Times 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Description Our first five sessions will be about learning and discussing the popular trees native to Pennsylvania. During our exploration of trees, club members will work on identifying trees by their leaves. Each student will be encouraged to share the trees in their yards and/or local surroundings. Our club activities will include outdoor exploration and leaf collection. In fact, the last week will be for leaf presentations and what club members learned about their favorite tree(s).

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Vinyl Creations Advisor Grades Dates Times Description

Amie Waddell 9-12 Session 2: July 11-July 29 Monday/Wednesday 1:30 PM-2:30 PM Create vinyl designs using Cricut Design Space.

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Philadelphia Field Trip “Long before the first musket shot was fired in Lexington in 1775, the seeds of the American Revolution were taking root in Philadelphia as the colonists declared their independence and began preparing for war.”

Family Link is excited to offer two days of exploring and learning about the rich history of Philadelphia! This is the school’s first year hosting a two-day trip to the area and it will be an exciting two days of learning, seeing historic sights, and FUN! Please read over your options and select the portions of the field trip that you would like to attend.

Philadelphia 2022 Check out the field trip options below

Day 1: June 23 •

Fort Mifflin

Day 2: June 24 • •

The Constitution Center The Constitutional Walking Tour

WHERE TO STAY OVERNIGHT PA Cyber families and guests are invited to stay the night of June 23 in Philadelphia, allowing more time for sightseeing! PA Cyber has reserved a block of rooms at the hotel. You must call the hotel directly to make your reservation. Notify the reservation agent that you are with the PA Cyber group. This is only a suggestion-there are a lot of overnight options available.

Spring Hill Suites 201 Industrial Highway Ridley Park, PA 19078 610.915.6600 Cost? $149/night which includes breakfast The deadline to reserve a room is ONE month prior to our trip. After that time, the hotel will release the rooms and the group rate will not be honored.

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Attendees staying overnight in the area will board a chartered bus to take attendees into the city on June 24.

If you do not stay at the recommended hotel and you want to ride the bus, you MUST arrive on time to catch the bus at 9 am on June 24.

Day 1— June 23: Fort Mifflin-The Fort that saved America Description: We will divide into two groups, by age, for educational programs and a guided tour of the fort. At 4 pm the groups will combine at the Soldier’s Barracks for the uniform, weapons, and cannon demonstration. http://www.fortmifflin.us/the-history/ Cost: $5/person Sign– In Time: 1:30 pm Time: 2:00-5:00 pm Where do we meet? Fort Mifflin: 6400 Hog Island Road, Philadelphia, PA 19153

Attendees not staying overnight or riding the bus MUST be at the Constitution Center Day 2—June 24: by 9:30. The tour will not be postponed due to late arrivals. Constitution Day Event Coordinator Jane Camp Student Event Supervisor Familylink@pacyber.org If paying by check or money order, please make payable to PA Cyber and Mail to: Jane Camp 1200 Midland Ave Midland, PA 15059

USE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW:

ONLINE REGISTRATION

(a) The National Constitution Center https://constitutioncenter.org/

Description: Admission includes main exhibit, Freedom Rising and Signer’s Hall. We will divide our large group into age appropriate groups for a class workshop. After tour and workshop, we will have a break for lunch before beginning the second portion of the field trip.

Cost: $7/person Sign-In Time: 9:30 am Tour Time: 10:00 am– 11:30 am Where do we meet? Inside the main doors of the front entrance

(b) The Constitutional Walking Tour https://www.theconstitutional.com/

Description: This tour is the best way to explore Philadelphia, America’s birthplace. It is a two-hour walking tour, approx. 2 miles., with over 20 historic sites! On top of sightseeing the historic landmarks, this tour will get us into the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall.

Cost: $20/person Sign-In Time: 12:30pm Tour Time: 1 pm SHARP Where do we meet? The National Constitution Center at 5th and Arch Streets.

Outside the main entrance.

***Select which field trip you would like to attend OR choose ALL THREE for one low price-$30/person *** 12

Summer Camps All grades listed apply to your child’s grade for the 2022–2023 school year.

ArtReach Camps In Person Dates Grades Times Description

Eight regional offices will host these camps this summer. See the next page for information about the virtual ArtReach Camp.

Dates vary by location. See below.

K-5 & 6-12 Grades K-5: 10:00 AM–11:30 AM Grades 6-12: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM Ready for a summer packed with excitement and discovery? Let your imagination run wild this summer with ArtReach Summer Camp!

Experience collaborative hands-on arts education led by professional teaching artists in the safe, welcoming environment of your local PA Cyber Regional Office. Explore, create, and perform, while socializing and having fun with like-minded creative peers. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including drawing, painting, sculpting, crafts, theatre, music, and other performing art activities. ArtReach Summer Camps vary by location. Register today and let the creative adventure begin!

Each camp lasts Monday through Thursday for two weeks. You can register for one or two weeks.

Allentown 7/11–7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220945617869167 Erie 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220955031133142 Greensburg 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220955109023146 Harrisburg 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220954866474165 Pittsburgh-South Side 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220955052626152 Pittsburgh-Warrendale 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220955451785161 State College 7/11-7/21 https://form.jotform.com/220955925474162 Wilkes-Barre 7/25-8/4 https://form.jotform.com/220955305127149

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ArtReach Camp (Virtual) Grades K-5 & 6-12 Dates 6/20-6/23 & 6/27-6/30 Times Grades K-5: 10:00 AM–11:30 AM Grades 6-12: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM Description Students have three options per grade group: • Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, and Creative Movement: Exercise your body and your art skills this summer! Create fun art projects and get up and move around.

• Graphic Arts and Visual Arts: Love art past and present? Then this is the perfect camp for you! Enhance your traditional and digital art skills while having fun and socializing.

• Musical Theater and Visual Arts: Learn how much visual art and music theater are intertwined in this interactive summer camp.

Create fun art projects, sing, act, play…do it all!

Registration link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS_FPG8GyTz0UkLjj2nSNXcTVJepYOl_bggsnDX1oAYkiug/viewform Cooking Camp – Greensburg Area In Person 1040 Town Square Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601 Grades 2-5 & 6-12 Dates 8/1-8/4 Times Grades 2-5: 9:30 AM–11:30 AM Grades 6–12: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM Description Ready to take a culinary trip around the world? Join us for a cooking camp as we visit and explore recipes from China, France, Italy, and Mexico. Camp is limited to 15 students for each age group.

Registration link https://form.jotform.com/221116478553153 Girl Talk Camp Virtual Grades Dates Times Description Registration link

5-8 7/19, 7/21, 7/26, 7/28 10 AM-12 PM Build relationships in this positive and encouraging group led by College & Career Coordinator Alexei Kroh, School Psychologist Krista Long, and School Counselor Lindsey Davies. https://form.jotform.com/221116171209141

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Golf Camp – Harrisburg Area In Person Carlisle Barracks Golf Course, 920 Jim Thorpe Road, Carlisle, 17013 Grades K-12 Dates Wednesdays 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 7/6, 7/13 Times Group 1: 10:00 AM–11:00 AM Group 2: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Description Come swing into action and join the Harrisburg Regional Office for golf camp. Learn the skills of putting, chipping, full shots, and much more during our 5-week camp taught by golf professional Matt Hoffman!

Lunch will be provided to both groups at 11 AM–12 PM. Registration link https://form.jotform.com/92244013975154 Guy Talk Camp Virtual Grades Dates Times Description

Registration link

5-8 7/26 and 7/28 1:00 PM–3:00 PM Build relationships in this positive and encouraging group led by School Counselor Matthew Martinez.

• Games, crafts, and activities to promote working together and creativity • Community outreach • Discussion focused on areas of social and emotional development • Post-secondary and future planning • Acts of kindness • Test taking strategies Activities and lessons will be based on the standards in the Pennsylvania Career Ready Skills Continuum. https://form.jotform.com/221116171209141

Innovation Station Faire In Person Grades K-12 Locations & Dates South Side Regional Office: June 15 State College Regional Office: August 10 Times 1:00 PM-7:00 PM Description The Innovation Station Faire will give PA Cyber families a greater exposure to the variety of activities available through our Polytechnic Mobile Lab. A guided activity will be set up for each machine/device allowing families to drop-in and experience an array of polytechnic activities such as 2D and 3D design, robotics programming, simple circuitry, etc. With a simple guided activity, the goal is to give families a taste of future polytechnic programming and generate interest and excitement for the concepts of innovation, imagination, and creation!

Registration not required.

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Kung-Fu Camp Virtual Grades Dates Times Description

Registration link

K-6 & 7-12 7/25-7/28 Grades K-6: 9:00 AM-9:45 AM Grades 7-12: 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Life is balance. Part of a balanced life is learning both wellness of mind and wellness of body. Martial arts help to teach people balance. The Pittsburgh-South Side Regional Office is hosting Rothrock’s Kung-Fu & Tai Chi virtual Zoom classes. Any student wanting to participate may click the link below to register. https://form.jotform.com/221116171209141

Virtual Engineering Exploration Experience (VEEE) Virtual Grades 9-12 Dates Mondays 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8 Times 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Description This year the VEEE program will focus on five grand societal challenges and how Engineers are involved in solving those problems. Students can register for all five dates or pick and choose the sessions they would like to attend. Please register ASAP, as seats will be limited.

Registration link https://form.jotform.com/220973601364151 Yoga Camp Virtual Grades Dates Times Description

Registration link

K-6 & 7-12 8/1-8/4 Grades K-6: 9:00 AM-9:45 AM Grades 7-12: 10:00 AM-10:45 AM Yoga is an ancient physical activity that uses physical poses and deep breathing to benefit the mind and body. Participants will use various yoga techniques to increase their own strength, motor skills, muscle tone, and mental wellness. https://form.jotform.com/221116171209141

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Book Bingo Slide into summer by playing a game of Book Bingo! Challenge your classmates or housemates to a summer filled with reading.

How to Play 1. Grab a Book Bingo card from your PA Cyber email account or click here: Book Bingo Card No. 1 and Book Bingo Card No. 2.

2. Go to Clever: https://clever.com/in/pennsylvania-cyber-charter-school-167bf62. Use your school-issued username and password and select the Sora or PA Cyber Library app to borrow and read books that match the goal of each square.

3. Mark five squares in a row (vertical, horizontal, and/or diagonal). Take advantage of the free square each time you play!

If you don’t know how to borrow a book…

• Watch this video to learn how to borrow books from our physical library.

• Watch this video to learn how to access our eBook library via Sora. Don’t forget to add both of our eBook libraries to the Sora app. The video will show you how. Add both library collections by zip code 15059: The Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School and Beaver Valley Intermediate Unit.

4. When you finish a book that matches a square, write on your Book Bingo card the Title and Date Completed.

5. Once you’ve read 5 books, you have a BINGO! Email your first name, last name, and StudentID along with a picture of the completed Book Bingo card to readingrewards@pacyber.org. Two Book Bingo cards are accepted per student from June 3 up to the first day of school, August 29.

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