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EDUPRIZE

5 th Grade. EDUPRIZE. 2012-2013. Harcourt Trophies Reading/Language Arts Program. Includes: Shared literature, guided comprehension , vocabulary, independent reading, flexible grouping, grammar , and spelling. Multi-level materials. Extra support.

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EDUPRIZE

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  1. 5th Grade EDUPRIZE 2012-2013

  2. Harcourt TrophiesReading/Language Arts Program Includes: • Shared literature, guided comprehension, vocabulary, independent reading, flexible grouping, grammar, and spelling. • Multi-level materials. • Extra support. . **Please share in your child’s reading when he/she brings his/her reading book home during the week.

  3. Houghton Mifflin Math • Utilization of online resources and small math lab groups • Five days per week • Pre-assessments and Post Assessments • Online resources http://www.eduplace.com/math/mw • Math Labs : reteach, practice, enrich

  4. Math Homework • Students will have time to start Math homework in class. Your child SHOULD, however, have up to 30 minutes of math per night (M-R) to do at HOME. • Students are strongly encouraged to check their work with the assistance of their parents. Thank you in advance for your support at home.

  5. Our Overall Math Goal... • to utilize our online and classroom resources • To Differentiate learning – able to meet all students’ needs

  6. 5th Grade Cottages • Physics Foundry • Planetarium • Body Shop • Invention Convention

  7. Specials • Spanish • Music P.E. Live Labs Science Tech Labs

  8. Special Rotation • 5 day rotation. • Specials will be announced in Newsletters • or in homework folders. • Please help your child wear appropriate • shoes and clothing for P.E.

  9. Library • Every Monday: 10-10:15 • Bring books back each Monday • Even if renewing bring them back

  10. Agendas:$7.00 *Each student will use an agenda daily. *Parents are asked to view and sign the agenda nightly. *Agendas need to be in school everyday. *Replacement agendas will be another $7.

  11. Agendas will: • Help improve your child’s organization. • Assist with homework information. • Develop responsibility. • Teach your child to use resources that are available.

  12. Check out our Grade Level Web-site!

  13. HOMEWORK You should expect that your child will have homework every night, M-Thurs. Please check their planners regularly. Students should also be reading and logging their minutes every day. (Between 30-60 minutes.)

  14. Jupiter Grades • As a 5th and 6th grade team, we’ve decided to move to an online, electronic grading system. • You can check on your child’s progress as frequently as you would like. • This year, the fee of $3.00 has been paid by our PTN. • Please log in to http://jupitergrades.com

  15. Report Cards • Due to the utilization of Jupiter Grades, unless requested, a copy of your child’s report card will not be sent home until the final report card • Not all subjects will be graded weekly. • Specialists send their own report attached to the report card at the end of the grading period.

  16. Time for kidsmagazine This is a wonderful NONFICTION resource that we use in correlation with our reading program, and to incorporate weekly, national current events within the classroom $5.00 per student

  17. LUNCH • All 5th and 6th grade regular day classes will have lunch from 12:10 – 12:50. • We encourage you to send water or juices instead of soda in your child’s lunch.

  18. SNACK • All 5th and 6th grade classes will have a snack break. • In order to keep our carpets looking new, only water is permitted in each classroom. (There may be an exception to this rule if a class party has been earned.) In addition, please send non-messy or non-liquid snacks.

  19. ATTENDANCE • Daily attendance is VERY IMPORTANT, as is being here on-time. • Being on-time for school will assist your child in developing good work habits. • Students need to be at school 5 minutes before their start time. • Please let your child’s teacher know in advance if your child is going to be absent.

  20. “The more that you read The more things you will know. The more that you learn The more places you’ll go!” Dr. Seuss

  21. Read to Succeed • We hope all students will read at LEAST 100 hours during the school year. • Hours should be recorded and turned in MONTHLY. (Should be turned in by the first Friday of the first full week of the next month.) • Late calendars will not be accepted. Final deadline is April 30th. • There will be special activities at the end of the year to celebrate your readers.

  22. Read to Succeed Examples of activities: • Water Day • Lunch with the principal • Breakfast • Gift Certificates to a Book Store • T-Shirts • Parents, we’re always looking for new ideas and company donations!

  23. Wax Museum: Students will: • Write a comprehensive report on an individual that interests them and is related to either their cottage or a specific area designated by the teacher. • Prepare a poster. • Dress in costume. • Participate in a (classroom) evening museum event at the end of the third quarter.

  24. Wax Museum • The report is part of our writing program and a state standard requirement. • It is a fabulous night to invite grandparents, friends, and neighbors to the classroom.

  25. PROJECT EXPLORATION • Friday-Sunday – Feb. 16-18 • President's Day Weekend • Animal Kingdom MEETING DETAILS COMING SOON

  26. Project Exploration • Applications are required and teacher approval is a must. Students with the following qualities throughout the school year will be selected to participate in this exciting Project Exploration adventure:

  27. Qualities • Outstanding Citizenship in classrooms and on school grounds. • Positive attitude towards teachers and classmates. • Demonstrates quality listening skills and the ability to follow directions the first time. • Shows responsibility by being in school regularly and on time. • Displays an appropriate sense of maturity.

  28. Field Trips: First Field Trip Where: Halle Heart Center Children’s Museum When: • To be announced Second Field Trip Where: Challenger Space Center When: To be announced **If you’d like your child to experience these two fun-filled days of hands-on experience, please remember to pay his/her LIFEFUND.

  29. As Your Child Matures… Your children are maturing, and it is very much appreciated if you would introduce and encourage: • Daily Showers • Teeth Brushing/Mints • Use of Soap • Use of Deodorant • Be mindful of scents

  30. Volunteers • You are SO IMPORTANT to the success of our program. • We could not do it without you! • If for some reason you need to cancel, please either call or email your child’s teacher in advance. • One hour for each $1.00 spent. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!

  31. THANK YOU FOR… • Bringing your children to school on time. • Your commitment to build responsibility, respect, and pride into our school community. • Working with us to make your child’s educational experiences successful.

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