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Welcome to Back to School Night

Welcome to Back to School Night. The Fifth Grade Team. Mr. David Arensburg-Social Studies and Science Ms. Cara Piccerilli Reading and Writing Mrs. Gail Kelly – Mathematics and Word Study Ms. Holli Gibbs– Special Education Mrs. Michele Jacobsen – Special Education

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Welcome to Back to School Night

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  1. Welcome to Back to School Night

  2. The Fifth Grade Team • Mr. David Arensburg-Social Studies and Science • Ms. Cara Piccerilli Reading and Writing • Mrs. Gail Kelly – Mathematics and Word Study • Ms. Holli Gibbs– Special Education • Mrs. Michele Jacobsen – Special Education • Mrs. Vanessa Belford – BSI/Support • Mrs. Lisa Stefanelli – Aide • Mrs. Kayla Choi - Aide • Daily Team Meetings • Collaborative Planning

  3. Reading/Language Arts • Balanced Literacy: • Reader’s Workshop -Unit 1: Launching Through Character Work - Unit 2: Critical Reading Across Texts for Interpretation - Unit 3: Social Issue Book Clubs (Author - Unit 4: Learning Through Reading: American Revolution Critical Reading Across Texts for Interpretation - Unit 5: Test Prep - Unit 6: Reading High Interest Non-Fiction Closely - Unit 7: Fantasy Book Clubs • Words Their Way • Writer’s Workshop • Unit 1: Narrative Craft • Unit 2: Literary and Comparative Essay • Unit 3: Research Based Argument Essay • Unit 4: Research for Digital Presentations • In the Content Area: American Revolution • Unit 5: Test Prep • Unit 6: Feature Article • Unit 7: Fiction – Fantasy or Independent • Writing

  4. Reading/Language Arts Structure of Reading/Writing Workshop: • Mini-Lesson • Independent Reading/Writing • Conferencing • Partner Work • Book Clubs • Guided Reading and/or Strategy Group Instruction Goal of Workshop: • Build stamina • Work with students on individual levels

  5. Science • The Scientific Method • States of Matter • Life Science • Communities • Solar System and Space Exploration • Changing Earth • Volcanoes • Earthquakes • Earth History • Pangaea • Fossils

  6. Science • Hands on/Inquiry Based Learning • Utilizing Next Gen Science Standards • Assessment • Experimental Labs • Unit Tests • Homework • Projects

  7. Social Studies Units of Study • The Age of Exploration • The Era of Settlement Age and Colonization • The Revolutionary War • The Government and Constitution • Westward Expansion and the Civil War

  8. Social Studies Forms of Assessment • Written assignments • Projects • Tests/ Quizzes • Open Book Quizzes

  9. Math • Units of Study • Number Sense • Patterns and Algebra • Multiplication • Division • Fractions • Decimals • Data Analysis • Calendar Math (Extended) • Measurement • Geometry

  10. Math • Pre-Assessments • Quizzes • Post-Tests • Flex Grouping • Projects/Activities • Partner Games • Chess • Extension Activities

  11. Habits of Mind and Mindfulness Practice *Keys for Success* • Launching an Incentive Program to address key skills students need to be successful academically and socially.

  12. Helpful Hints/Reminders Homework Agenda • Homework is copied daily and is on teacher websites. • Students should be reading 30 minutes each night and work on the assigned homework. • Make sure to practice each night to review the materials being assessed. • Don’t wait until the last minute.

  13. Helpful Hints/Reminders Riker Hill Take-home Folder • Transports homework to and from school as well as any notices. • Folder placed in backpack immediately upon completion of homework

  14. Helpful Hints/Reminders Study Area • proper lighting • quiet • spacious • contains all necessary tools Study guides are given for tests at least one week before test date.

  15. Helpful Hints/Reminders Policy for Absences • It is the student’s responsibility to see the teacher for work missed when not in class. This includes an absence or leaving for band, GT, forensics, etc. • Check teacher websites for homework assignments. • Homework requests cannot be filled until 2:45pm.

  16. Setting Goals and Having a Growth Mindset • 5th graders will be setting goals periodically working toward changing goals into a habit. • They will also be working towards having a growth mindset and believing they can achieve anything and work toward their highest potential.

  17. Extra Help? • Availability • after school: 2:40-3:00 p.m. • Math Help: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 2:40-3:00 p.m. • Please contact us to schedule a time.

  18. Wrap-Up • Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to come and meet your child’s teachers. We look forward to a very productive and successful year with your child!

  19. We're Off To A Great Year!!!

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