Few people would deny the importance of reading in a child's education. That is why Hilo Intermediate School has implemented a daily SSR program. SSR IS The first fifteen minutes of the first period at Hilo Intermediate School is designated SSR time. Students eventually model what they see as normal, acceptable behavior. We have found that this calm, quiet time early in the morning prepares them for the focus of the rest of their day.
Students choose their own reading material.
A wide variety of reading materials is made available to students through their library and classroom teachers. Interruptions are not tolerated. Students who come tardy to school may not interrupt their class. This time is for reading material only. SSR is not wasted time.