Student Name: ______________________________________________
Summer Reading Assignment 2015-2016
You are to read Mind Gym: An Athlete’s Guide to Inner Excellence over Summer Break.
As you read, please complete the reading log.
At the conclusion of the book, you must complete two of the following assignments. The
assignments will be due the first day of school, August 17, 2015. If you have any questions
please feel free to contact me via email at karyn.hart@palmbeachschools.org
1. Write a summary from your point of view as an athlete about the book. You should
include your thoughts and feelings on the content of the book and your personal
experiences. Provide details from the reading to support your points. (minimum of 1 ½
pages typed, double spaced, Times New Roman, 12 font, include a header with your first
and last name)
2. Write a brief summary of Mind Gym. Then provide an explanation of how Mind Gym
has changed or enhanced your focus as an athlete. (minimum of 1 ½ pages typed, double
spaced, Times New Roman, 12 font, include a header with your first and last name)
3. Create a collage of your book. It must include the theories/principles, main points,
methods, etc. Each picture must include a brief explanation underneath. You may use
drawings, newspapers, magazines, Internet, etc to create your collage. You must utilize
poster sized paper to complete the collage. (any color is acceptable)
4. Write a book review. You should include some details about the author, a brief summary
of the book, and your recommendation for others. (minimum of 2 pages typed, double
spaced, Times New Roman, 12 font, include a header with your first and last name)
5. Create a musical CD surrounding the theories/principles of book. Include music, song
titles, and artists on you CD label. The CD label must be relevant to the sports industry.
CD should contain a minimum of 10 songs. Write a brief statement explaining why you
chose each song. (typed, double spaced, Times New Roman, 12 font, include a header
with your first and last name)
In addition to selecting two activities above, all Sports Management freshmen are to
download and complete the FBLA Scavenger Hunt found on our website,
www.fivestarmagnet.org – Click Summer Assignment, then Sports Management.
Student Name: ______________________________________________
Reading Log
Date
Pages
Time
Topics
Parent Signature Required:
I confirm the signatures of verification on my son/daughter’s Reading Log are authentic and the
above assignments were completed independently.
Parent Signature: ___________________________________________________
Print Parent Name: __________________________________________________
Date: ________________
Contact Number: __________________________
Student Name: ______________________________________________
This scavenger hunt is used to promote FBLA and to help students become familiar with
material on the state and national websites. Some answers will change from year to year.
Use the Florida FBLA website www.floridafbla-pbl.com and the National FBLA Website
www.fbla-pbl.org to answer the questions to the best of your ability. This assignment is due on
the first day of School, August 17, 2015.
FBLA-PBL Scavenger Hunt
1. Who is the Florida FBLA President?
2. Who is the National FBLA President?
3. What are the dates of the 2016 National Leadership Conference and where will it be
held?
4. Where is the FBLA national headquarters?
5. What are the four FBLA-PBL divisions?
6. Who was the first full-time executive director of FBLA-PBL?
7. Who is the current President and Chief Executive Officer of FBLA-PBL?
8. Who is the current Florida regional vice president serving your region?
9. Emerging Business Issues is what kind of competitive event?
10. Palm Beach is in which FBLA district?
11. How many members are currently in the FBLA high school division?
12. Who is the Florida Region V Representative on the Board of Directors?
13. What are the words of the FBLA pledge?
14. Are capris considered acceptable business attire for females at FBLA business meetings
at the Florida State Leadership Conference (FSLC)?
15. Who was the last FBLA or PBL member from Florida to serve as a national officer and
what office did he/she hold?
Student Name: ______________________________________________
16. Where will the Fall 2015 Regional Leadership Conferences be held?
17. What is the name of the FBLA-PBL store where you can find FBLA-PBL branded
merchandise and apparel?
18. Are males required to wear a jacket at FBLA business meetings at the FSLC?
19. Can a student be a district officer and state officer at the same time?
20. What are the national FBLA dues for high school members?
21. How many competitive events are available for competition in FBLA?
22. What are FBLA’s colors?
23. What is the Florida FBLA-PBL Foundation?
24. Is Palm Beach Gardens High School a member of the Florida FBLA-PBL Foundation?
What level of membership are we?
25. Who was the Florida FBLA Adviser of the Year for 2010 (hint: she is a PBGHS
Teacher!)?