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Welcome 5 th G raders and Families! Presentation will begin at 4:30 and again at 5:30

Welcome 5 th G raders and Families! Presentation will begin at 4:30 and again at 5:30. Student To Do List Introduce yourself to Mrs . Bjerk Find your cubby. Place supplies in your cubby . KEEP Supply Boxes in Hallway. They are too big for the cubby.

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Welcome 5 th G raders and Families! Presentation will begin at 4:30 and again at 5:30

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  1. Welcome 5thGraders and Families! Presentation will begin at 4:30 and again at 5:30 Student To Do List • Introduce yourself to Mrs. Bjerk • Find your cubby. • Place supplies in your cubby. KEEP Supply Boxes in Hallway. They are too big for the cubby. • Look around the room and meet your classmates • Presentation will begin at 4:30 and again at 5:30 Parent/Guardian To Do List • When a computer is available, please make sure to add your email address to the list. • Check out the information on the counter.

  2. 5th Grade Curriculum Night

  3. Meet the Teacher Mrs. Bjerk 10th school year at Gleason Lake Family

  4. Daily Schedule – “A Day in the life of a 5th grader” Typical Morning 9:00 – 9:15 – Check In / Breakfast / Morning To Dos 9:15 – 9:25 – Good Morning Meeting, Greeting, Schedule 9:25 – 10:45 – Math 10:45 – 11:10 – Read to Self (small group reinforcement) 11:15 – 11:50 – Lunch & Recess

  5. Daily Schedule – “A Day in the life of a 5th grader” Typical Afternoon 11:55 – 12:45 – ROTATIONS (Science / Social Studies/Math) 12:50 – 1:50 – Specialists 1:50 – 3:30 – Language Arts (Reading & Writing) Afternoon Snack sometime during Language Arts 3:30 – 3:45 – Homework Planners, Wrap Up, Clean Up Study Hall possibly depending on the day 3:45 – Dismissal

  6. Math • “Everyday Math” Curriculum with supplements for some skills • 5th Grade Math Skills: • Number Sense; Computation; Data & Probability; Measurement; Geometry; Patterns & Algebra; • Mastery of Basic Multiplication facts is VITAL to success • IXL online math practice IXL • MOODLE – Math tutorial videos

  7. Language Arts • Reading Comprehension • Skills: character, plot, sequence, inferences, cause & effect, etc. • Weekly Independent Reading Logs • 5th grade expectation is 30 minutes, 5 times a week • Vocabulary • Homework and Quizzes every other week • Spelling • Pre-test (Mondays) & Post test (Fridays) every other week • Challenge Word list • Writing • Consistent informal writing & larger formal writing projects • Narrative, Informational, Argumentative (Persuasive) Essay • Current Event summaries and mini presentations

  8. 5th Grade Mid-Day RotationsScience / Social Studies / Math Extension • Mrs. Bjerk • Science – Landforms (Earth Science unit) • Science – Scientific Method & Science Fair Prep • Mr. Bischoff • Social Studies • Mrs. Nelsen • Science – Variables • Math – Geometry

  9. Classroom Community & Gator Pride • We are a team and family. • Working together … Getting to know one another … Helping each other out. • Morning Quick Sharing/Activity & Schedule Check in • Friday Fun • Positive Interactions between students, staff, and home • High expectations for ALL • Majors & Minors

  10. Student Responsibility & Effort You Can Learn Anything Video It is okay to make mistakes and struggle. Putting in the effort to grow and improve is KEY to learning!

  11. Homework • Student Planner & Homework Binder should go home every night. Ask to see it. • Daily planner completed by student at the end of the day … Homework is NOT posted online • Math HW (Purpose: Reinforce or extend skills taught) • Often a daily Study Link with extension on back • IXL minutes • Language Arts (Purpose: Practice your reading) • Daily 30 minutes of Independent reading • Reading Logs • Spelling / Vocabulary (one per week) • Late/Incomplete homework assignments result in loss of privileges

  12. Homework Important Things to Remember… • Provide a consistent, organized work space at home • Set up a consistent homework schedule • If they struggle with something, it is okay. Sign the HW and I will check. • Practice spelling/vocabulary words with your student as often as possible • Practice Math Facts as often as possible if they are not mastered. • Note: Homework is typically spot checked and reviewed for completion and understanding, but not taken for a grade.

  13. iPads and Technology MyWay iPad for each 5th grader 5th graders will NOT being taking them home Integration within my teaching when appropriate Digitally Create & Show learning Google Drive & MOODLE

  14. Student iPad ExpectationsInappropriate Use & Contract Refer to “Student iPad Criteria for Success & Expectations” Sheet The iPad is owned by the district. YouTube is not allowed unless instructed by a teacher for learning purposes. iPad must be turned in at the end of the day. Students are expected to use appropriate websites for learning purposes as directed by the teacher. Inappropriate Use & Consequences

  15. School to Home Communication • Communication is key • Email is the best way to contact me and I will reply in a timely manner. • Phone calls during the day – leave a message & I will call back. • Weekly Newsletter Emails • “Remind” … Coming Soon!

  16. Classroom Volunteer Opportunities • Kindness Retreat – Fri., Oct. 3 • Many volunteers needed! (Full day) • Other Field Trips volunteers requested once field trips get closer • Ski Trip (Feb.) • MIA (May/June) • The Depot (June) • Parent Night Out Basket Coordinator • Classroom Photographer for Yearbook • PTO

  17. Be sure to keep in touch! We are a team. Conferences are held in Oct./Nov. and March I really look forward to working with you and your children this year!

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