Classroom Expectations

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How to participate in 5th grade

Classroom Expectations

• Follow the class rules.• Come to class prepared.• Quality work• Homework completed

nightly

Classroom Expectations

• Use of agenda daily including writing assignments and acquiring parent signature

• Use of binder to file all papers, notes, etc… for each grading period

Classroom Expectations

• Individual responsibility for take home folders

• Nightly reading for a minimum of 20 minutes

• Participation and active engagement in daily activities

Classroom Expectations

• Checking web pages and e-mail for updates and other important information

Classroom Management

• We work towards creating a classroom with a feeling of community; where mutual respect is modeled, encouraged, and expected.

Classroom Management

• 1 warning • 10 minutes from recess

if a rule is broken 2nd time

• Action Plan and phone call to parents

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Fifth Grade Testing

• The ITBS and CogAT are no longer given in fifth grade!

• GA Writing Test – March 3

• CRCT – April 14 – 22 *Critical year for Math

and Reading

Math Overview• Numbers and Operations• Divisibility Rules, Prime/Composite,

Multiples/Factors• Place Value• Multiplication/Division with Decimals• Common Fractions• Percentages

Math Overview• Measurement• Formula for Areas of Geometric Figures• Pi• Capacity• Volume of Geometric Solids

• Geometry• Congruence• Circumference and Diameter of a Circle

Math Overview• Algebra• Use of Variables for Unknown Quantities in • Algebraic Expressions

• Data Analysis• Analysis of Graphs

• Process Skills• Apply Mathematical Concepts and Skills to

Solve Problems

Practice and Assessment

• Student Textbook is aligned with GA Performance Standards and allows for both guided and independent practice.

• CRCT Skills are reviewed in each lesson. This allows students to practice test taking strategies and review previously learned skills.

• Practice Book is a consumable workbook provided for each student containing content and concept practice.

Practice and Assessment

• Spiraling Review daily review of skills• Additional Materials are provided by

teacher to supplement program and emphasize key concepts.

• Online Text/Materials are available to students and parents. Note website at end of program.

• RTI differentiation of instruction

Language Arts

Reading/English/Spelling• Comprehension Skills/Vocabulary• DGP - Daily Grammar Practice• Literature Circles – high level

comprehension - in and out of class reading and activities

• Wordly Wise – Vocabulary building program

• Reading across the content areas

Language Arts• Writing• Writing across

curriculum in all genres

• Spelling – Tests/Grades in writing

• Preparation for GA Writing Test

Earth Science•Constructive and Destructive Processes that Shape the Earth•The Role of Human Intervention in Controlling these Processes

Life Science•Classification of Organisms•Inherited Traits vs. Learned Behaviors•Study of Cells•Beneficial and Harmful Microorganisms

Physical Science•Parts vs. Whole•Physical and Chemical Changes•Electricity and Magnetism

Habits of Mind

•Exhibiting Science Traits•Use of Tools and Instruments•Scientific Exploration•Communication of Ideas•Question and Argument

Civil War

Reconstruction

Industrial Revolution

Immigration

The Last Frontier

Progressives and Reform

1950’s and 1960’s

Vietnam War

1970’s and beyond

U.S. Government

The American Economy

WW I

The Economic Boom and Bust Era

Roaring Twenties

WW II

Cold War

FAQWill there be required book reports

for each grading period?• No• AR tests may be required at times throughout

the year.• Individual teacher’s discretion• Reading assignments will be given through

Literature Circles.• Independent reading time each day for self

selected books• Students should read at least 25 books or book

equivalents this year.

FAQHow will I know if my child is having

a problem? • Parent Portal • Reviewing graded work in binders • If your child is expressing frustration with a

concept to you at home, contact the teacher.• Messages in agendas• Email • Call/email at any time.

FAQWill my child be ready for middle

school? • Yes! • Transition activities with middle school in the

spring include visit to RMS, 6th grade ambassadors visiting SBE, counselor lessons, practicing with locks, etc…

FAQHow can I help my child at home? • Talk with your child about school. • Helping with homework is okay.• Use Houghton Mifflin website for math, science, and

social studies:www.eduplace.com\eservices

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• Continue to check and sign the agenda.• Reinforce importance of taking responsibility for self.• Practice multiplication facts.

FAQ• All monthly birthdays celebrated on the

last Friday of the month• Coordinated by room mothers• Prepackaged, store bought foods only

FAQWhat is the BIG field trip I’ve heard

about in fifth grade? • Extended day trip ( 6:30 a.m. – 6:00

p.m.)• Charter bus• More information on destination to

come• Many chaperones invited

FAQHow will my child be graded and

assessed?• Assessments of standards - tests, quizzes,

daily grades, projects• Assessments for learning – slate

assessments, quick checks, observations• Percentage/Letter grades given this year• No 1,2, 3, and 4 grades• Benchmark Tests – monitor student

progress and needs/not a grade

FAQMy child is interested in being in

Horizons. What do I do?• Must qualify in 3 areas• No longer screening from ITBS and CogAT

scores • Students with teacher recommendations may be

screened. • Only eligible for testing every 2 years• Advanced classes available at RMS for students

who are not in Horizons this year.

Please email your child’steacher for any further questions.

Thank you for coming to

5th GradeCurriculum Night.