Welcome to Welcome to RJWERJWE

55thth grade grade

We’re glad you’re here!!We’re glad you’re here!!

RJWE 5RJWE 5thth Grade GradeMs. Enache– Language Arts & Social StudiesMs. Jones – Math & Science

Ms. Laedtke– Language ArtsMs. Coleman– Math Ms. Foley – Science & Social Studies

Ms. Dyott– Language Arts & Social Studies

Ms. Kerr – Math & Science

SchedulesSchedules Check the 5th grade website or handbook for

specifics on your child’s schedule. Specials 8:45 am – 9:35 am (4 Day Rotation)

MusicArt

P.E.

Challenge – Tuesday

Library/Computer Lab – Every other week

SnacksSnacksIt should be a healthy finger food and not full of sugar. Water in a closeable bottle is allowed in the classroom.

Examples: Dried fruit Crackers Grapes Raisins Cheese sticks Pretzels

DisciplineDiscipline

Rules:Be respectful to yourself and others.

Be safe.

Be responsible.

DisciplineDisciplineConsequences:Warning (noted on Expectation Card)Mark on Expectation Card and it will be sent home to be signedAdditional mark on Expectation Card and Think Time formAdditional mark on Expectation Card and ASDParent and teacher conferenceAdministrative Referral

**In some instances, students may not receive a warning due to the seriousness of the offense.

DisciplineDisciplineRewards:Students may receive tickets for good and respectful behavior. Examples of tickets available for purchase:

Stinky Feet Pass Homework Pass Wear a Cap Pass

At the end of every nine weeks, students that receive 5 or less marks on the behavior card, will earn a special time during the day to celebrate their achievement!

ExpectationsExpectations

Communication Folders: Each Thursday we will send home a

communication folder. Please discuss the contents with

your student. Sign and return the folder on Friday

morning. Regardless of behavior, expectation

cards are sent in the communication folder.

ExpectationsExpectations

ID’s Students are required to wear an ID

at school. ID’s should be kept on a lanyard. Students are encouraged to keep

ID’s at school to prevent them getting lost.

Helpful HintsHelpful HintsAs a parent you can: Encourage your child to read every night. Ask to look at your child’s planner nightly. Have your child organize his/her materials

weekly. Take time to talk with your child daily

about their day. Check supplies and replenish as needed. Encourage your child to practice math

facts nightly.

Change of TransportationChange of TransportationGetting your child home safely is our top priority!Please send transportation changes in writing with your child in the morning so that we can let the office know of the change.If you have an emergency, please contact the front office at 281.234.1700. Teachers CANNOT accept change of transportation through email as we may be absent and/or unable to consistently monitor email throughout the day.

STAARSTAAR testing dates testing dates

Math: March 30, 2015Reading: March 31, 2015Science: April 22, 2015

MathMathAreas of Study:Data Analysis Operations and Problem Solving with Fractions, Whole Numbers, and DecimalsAlgebraic Thinking, Common FactorsMeasurement, Geometry, Formulas, ConversionsPersonal Financial Literacy

mathmath Students will keep an interactive notebook

(ISN) that contains notes and classwork. Can be used a reference and study material

Guided Math will allow all students to receive small group instruction during each unit.

Homework is given once or twice each week.

mathmath Students can access our textbook

online!

A handout will be coming soon with your student’s specific log-in information.

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Through the Reader’s and Writer’s Workshop, students will:Read and write many different genres.  Become more engaged with literature.Read and write for knowledge and enjoyment.Love reading and writing!

Language ArtsLanguage ArtsUnits of Study: Launching the Reader’s & Writer's WorkshopFiction/Narrative WritingPoetry (Reading &Writing)Myths & Drama/Narrative WritingReading Persuasive Text & Writing Researched Based Argument EssayExpository (Reading & Writing)Reading Literary Nonfiction & History Research Report WritingMemoir (Reading and Writing)Ongoing: Word Study, Focus Poetry, & Editing Everyday

sciencescience

Fifth Grade Units:Properties of MatterForcesLife Cycles and HabitatsElectricityStandard and Alternative EnergiesErosion/DepositionEarth/Space

ScienceScience ISN’s will be used in class to record

labs, important vocabulary, reflections, diagrams, etc.

Labs will be completed weekly to enhance learning of scientific concepts.

Homework given as needed (once a week).

ScienceScience Our science curriculum is accessible

online.

Be on the look out for more specifics on how to log in.

Social StudiesSocial StudiesA Survey of American HistoryA Survey of American History

US Geography Colonization American Revolution Articles of

Confederation Writing of the US

Constitution US Government US Bill of Rights US Expansion

Free Enterprise US Prior to 1861 JA/BizTown Civil War Reconstruction Westward Movement Early 1900s Major Events of the

20th Century Civil Rights Leaders

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Students will keep an Interactive Student Notebook (ISN).

The ISN will be updated weekly. All

assignments should be glued in ISN, and it will serve as a study guide for tests.

Thank you!Thank you!

Have a Have a great night!great night!