Classroom Events
- Holiday Shop Tuesday, December 10th
- Book Bingo Friday, December 13th at 6pm
- Detroit Science Center Permission Slip and Money due December 20th
Curriculum:
Math:
- 5th Grade – Students will be adding and subtracting fractions. There will be a Mid-Module Assessment on Monday, December 16th.
- 4th Grade – Students will multiply two-digit numbers by two-digit numbers. There will be an End-of- Module Assessment on Friday, December 13th.
Reading :
5th Grade – Students will continue comparing and contrasting settings and events in a text.
4th Grade – Students will be describing characters in plays. This will help them comprehend more complex text.
Writing – Students are beginning another PBW called The Crane Wife. The text is a drama and the prompt focuses on how two characters impact the theme of the story.
Social Studies:
- 4th Grade – We will begin a new unit, Human Geography in the United States. Students will focus on how people are connected to the Earth and how people, goods, and ideas move.
- 5th Grade – Students will be joining Mr. DeSantis’ class for Social Studies this year.
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.
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).