Classroom Events
- NWEA testing concludes this week
- Late Start Wednesday
- 5th Grade Camp 9/25-9/27
- 4th/5th Grade End of Module Assessment, Tuesday 10/1
Curriculum:
Math:
- 5th Grade – Students will multiply and divide decimals.
- 4th Grade – Students will use tape diagrams to add multi-digit whole numbers in word problems.
Reading – Students will identify two or more main ideas in a text and explain how they are supported by the details in the text.
Writing – Our first writing assignment will focus on Narrative writing. Students will create their own story based on a Big Top Circus theme.
Social Studies:
- 4th Grade – The first unit will focus on how the United States can be divided into different regions based on physical and human characteristics.
- 5th Grade – Students will be joining Mr. DeSantis’ class for Social Studies this year. Their first unit of study will be an introduction to the Constitution and rights of citizens.
Science:
- 4th Grade – The first unit will focus on Energy. Students will learn how it is transferred, converted, and related to the speed of an object.
- 5th Grade – Students will be joining Ms. Sherlock’s class for Science this year. Their first unit of study will be the Structure and Properties of Matter.
Spelling:
All classroom spelling lists, activities, and tests will be online this year. Students will be given spelling words on Monday each week and tested on Friday. Please see this document to learn how to view your child’s grades. Students are expected to study their words at home each night. Here are some ideas on how to practice words with your child, Spelling Practice Ideas(please note, the directions on it do not apply).