Superintendent's Book Club

Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga

This Newbery Honor-winning novel in verse tells the inspiring story of Jude, a young girl who leaves her volatile home in Syria to live with relatives in Cincinnati. It beautifully explores themes of identity, resilience, and finding a sense of belonging as she navigates a new school, new friends, and the school musical.

Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli

When the eccentric, ukulele-playing Stargirl arrives at Mica High, she sparks a school-spirit revolution before the student body eventually turns on her. This modern classic is a powerful celebration of individuality, nonconformity, and the courage it takes to be your true, authentic self.

Emily Goldberg Learns to Salsa by Micol Ostow

This engaging coming-of-age novel follows Emily, a Jewish teen from the New York suburbs, who travels to Puerto Rico for the summer and discovers a vibrant extended family she never knew. It's a touching story about stepping outside your comfort zone, embracing your heritage, and learning that discovering your roots can uncover a secret part of your own heart.