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Welcome to 5th Grade!. Introduction of teachers and subjects Be on time! Wednesday Folders Conferences – 9/18. Our Website. http://www.teacherweb.com/GA/episcopaldayschool/5thgrade/ http://teacherweb.com/GA/EpiscopalDaySchool/LSCo-Curr/. Social Studies. Textbook Hand-outs
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Welcome to 5th Grade! Introduction of teachers and subjects Be on time! Wednesday Folders Conferences – 9/18
Our Website http://www.teacherweb.com/GA/episcopaldayschool/5thgrade/ http://teacherweb.com/GA/EpiscopalDaySchool/LSCo-Curr/
Social Studies • Textbook • Hand-outs • Notebook organization • Homework
Using words from reading stories Tests on Fridays Spelling Menu Use Spelling City Tests every other week (usually on Thursday). Multiple-choice and short answer tests Spelling/WW
Reading • Literature-based instruction using new basal • Literature Circles with novels • Direct instruction of comprehension skills • AR/Independent Reading • Tests and quizzes • Homework
English • Grammar – each chapter of grammar has a directed writing assignment • Writing – not only in English class, but in content areas • Homework • Tests and quizzes
Math • Traditional • Multiplication Facts – must know • Homework • OMG – Outstanding Math Guide • Weekly word problems
Math Grading System • Tests – count 50% • Word problems and quizzes – 30% • Homework and Math Minutes – 20%
Science • Investigative • Scientific Method • Five modules –Measurement, Solar Energy, Levers and Pulleys, Models and Designs, Living Systems • Science notebooks • Tests – notes will be in their binders
Spanish - Sra. Quinn • Spanish is an academic subject in 5th grade. • Students will be graded with letter and number grades. • Students will have vocabulary quizzes and grammar/usage tests for each unit we cover. • Quizzes and tests are sent home for parent’s signature • Homework will be assigned every week and it will be due as assigned by teacher. • Homework will be posted on the 5th grade website http://www.teacherweb.com/GA/episcopaldayschool/5thgrade/
Fifth Grade Musical Musical consists of three major parts: singing, dancing and dialogue Auditions Announcing the musical Every child has a role on stage.
Absence Policy • All missed assignments must be completed within 3 days after returning to school. • If a student is tardy, all assignments for missed classes must be completed by the end of the day.
Special Events • Field Trips Constitution Day - Sept.18, 2012 • Fifth Grade Musical!!! (May 1st)
Look for graded work in the folder. Please sign and return.If you would like to reach us, the best method is through email:bmccrary@edsaugusta.combpierce@edsaugusta.comsquinn@edsaugusta.com
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