Transcript Mathematics - Lakeside High School

WELCOME
to the 2014-15
th
5 grade
School Year
BELIEVE, INVEST, ACHIEVE
Daily 5th Grade Schedule
Morning: English Language Arts
Math
Social Studies & Map Skills
Library (Wed)
Afternoon: P.E., Band or Choir,
Computers, Art,
Reading
Science
Common Core State Standards
in Mathematics
The new Common Core State
Standards in Mathematics are
being implemented in the 5th grade
classroom this school year.
SCIENCE
Matter & Energy
Variables
No Bones About
It
Catapults
SOCIAL STUDIES
Early Explorers
The 13 Colonies
American Revolution
and
Daily Geography Skills
*Our class completes a research
project required by the State
called a CBA (Classroom-based
Assessment).
English Language Arts
Reading Standards
Narrative and Informational text
Stories – Dramas – Poetry – Historical
Scientific - Technical – Biographies – Autobiographies
Daily Warm-Ups in Non-fiction Reading Passages
Writing Standards
Opinion-Informative-Explanatory-Narrative
Speaking & Listening Standards
Language Standards
Daily Grammar/Editing skills
SPELLING
With our Spelling program, students
will receive a spelling handout on
Monday to be completed by Friday
every week. We will review the skills
that are the week’s focus in class.
Students will take their Spelling TEST
every Friday along with a Skills &
Proofreading Check Test.
INDEPENDENT READING
• Students have opportunities to independently
read every day in class. I also encourage
students to read at least 20 minutes every
evening.
• In addition to AR points & quizzes, I also
provide class activities & journaling that
pertains to a book a student is reading.
• For Trimester 1- every student has an
individual goal to reach for AR points. Half of
their goal points will need to be informational
text (nonfiction).
IXL FOR MATH
IXL supports student learning in
mathematics.
It enables students to practice math
standards they are struggling with.
It enables students to practice higher level
math concepts they might be ready for.
Reports provide teachers & parents
information on how students are progressing.
IXL can be accessed at school and home or
wherever you have internet access @ixl.com
IXL Expectations
Focused math standards are assigned
weekly. In addition, some students
might be assigned to focus on their
areas of concern, too.
Students are asked to spend at least 1
hour (60 points) per week on IXL. The
week begins on Monday and runs
through Sunday. I check progress
every Monday morning.
HOMEWORK
Homework will be given Monday through Thursday;
Friday only if student has incomplete, make-up or
late work. Homework is given to ensure your child
understands what was taught in class and allows
the student to practice the skills learned. This
independent practice is essential to learning the
concept and will also teach responsibility. I will
NOT send work home “just because.” Your child
will have approximately 1½ hours of homework
nightly which includes independent reading time &
IXL math practice.
MISSED WORK DUE TO
ABSENCES/FAMILY VACATIONS
When your child is absent from school it is very
important to keep in mind that much of what we do in
class cannot be made up because of whole group
instruction, discussions and activities that are not
paper & pencil. Make-up work will be assigned, but
because of the nature of several lessons it may not
be directly retaught. When your child returns from
an absence he/she will need to meet with me
to collect any handouts, assignments, or letters that
need to be taken home. I would prefer to have a
students make-up missed tests or quizzes before or
after school.
5th Grade Code of Conduct
Classroom Rules:
• Respect others in actions and words at all
times.
• Be responsible for your actions.
• Try your very best.
• Be prepared to learn.
• Make good choices.
• Listen carefully and follow directions.
• Turn in all homework/assignments on time.
• Follow all school rules.
SNACKS
We will have an assigned snack time daily. When
students are hungry they are not able to focus on
their schoolwork, so snacking is important. I have
three rules about snacks: They must be healthy, not
disruptive, and in order for students to share they
must have enough for the whole class. Some good
ideas for snacks are fruit, crackers and granola bars.
Soda and candy are not allowed for a snack. It is a
good idea, especially during the warmer times of the
school year for students to have a leak proof water
bottle to keep at their desk.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUBS
The 1st Wednesday of every month I will send home
scholastic book club order forms in your child’s
Wednesday folder. If you are interested in
purchasing any of the items, you can submit a check
made out to Scholastic Book Clubs for any and all
orders from the different clubs or you can submit an
order online at www.scholastic.com using our
class access code, which is
J9H4N.
Orders are due by the 2nd Thursday of every month.
VOLUNTEERING
Field trips
Class celebrations
ART Projects
End of School Year 5th grade activities
PTG needs a 5th grade classroom delegate
Parent/Student Conferences
5th grade students are highly
encouraged to attend their fall
& spring conferences with their
parents/guardians.
RECYCLING & DONATIONS
• Box tops & Soup labels
• Non-fiction/Informational
text books
*Sign up at Staples.com for
Reward points for the
classroom.
My School Website
 Parent Letter/Classroom Rules & Consequences
 Weekly lessons, homework, tests/quizzes
 Spelling List for the week
 Upcoming field trips and other school events
 Daily class schedules
 5th grade curriculum & standards
 Independent Reading/Lexile Band
 Scholastic Book Club Ordering
 Math websites for student support
 Classroom project details
Wednesday Folders
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Communication
Graded work
Notes from Mrs. Brezinski
Notes & Announcements from office
Field trip permission forms
Please please sign the folder & return to school
no later than Friday morning.
CLASS DOJO
TRACKING DAILY POSITIVE & NEGATIVE
BEHAVIORS
STUDENTS & Parents CAN LOGIN ANY
TIME TO CHECK PROGRESS
WEEKLY REPORTS CAN BE EMAILED TO
FAMILIES
QUESTIONS
Thank you for being a valuable
partner in your child’s
education. Together we can
assure your child’s success this
school year.
Don’t hesitate to contact me with any
questions or concerns you might have.
[email protected]
340-4031