Welcome Welcome Back To School Night – August 23, 2018
th Grade Teachers 5 th Grade Teachers • Bonnie Biely • Rebecca Moericke • Sheila Callahan • Laura Spage • Jessica Francis • Mary Turner • Wendy Jaggers • Denise Hook • Kristina Pursley- Mays • Claire McCracken
Science : Landforms Oceans Sound and Light Fields of Science Review for Science SOL
Other Science Related Topics: • Health • FLE – Family Life Education
Math: New math pacing guide in 2016 2016 Standards are being tested this year • Math Workshop Model • 11 units • SOL at year end • Weekly Math Minutes • Students will be given time in the morning to work on this and are expected to finish these for homework each night
Math Minute:
Language Arts: Reading and Writing Workshop Model: Read-aloud Mini-Lesson Workshop Time Guided Reading Daily Independent Reading Word Study Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum
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Time f for r Kids The fifth grade teachers consider Time for Kids magazine an essential component of language arts instruction. This year, the cost of the yearlong subscription is five dollars per child. So that the teachers can order the subscription as soon as possible, they ask parents to bring five dollars to cover the cost on Back to School Night. Payment may be made in cash (exact change only) or via check, made out to Time for Kids . Thank you for your generous support. Please turn all money in by Friday, August 31 st
Social Studies: ▪ Introduction to the concept of culture ▪ Ancient Cultures Mesopotamia Mesoamerica Greece Rome Middle Ages
Social Studies: ▪ New Textbook in 2017 ▪ 13 books per SS classroom ▪ Online access at home and school for every student ▪ Students will be taught how to access the online book and information will be sent home in September.
SRR: ▪ Will be taught through Social Studies ▪ Yellow Booklets will be coming home the first week for school. Please sign and return them as soon as possible ▪ Will be the Health grades for the first quarter
Global Awareness Technology Project leaders art Change over time geography TOPICS interdependence literature government Math/Science
How to Study For A Test 1. A study guide will be given for each test. The study guide is a broad overview of the concepts. Please refer to the student’s materials for more detailed information. 2. Start studying as soon as notified 3. Refer to student’s notebook and other study materials.
Daily Homework • Expected reading: 20 minutes a night • All other unfinished classwork is to be completed for homework as directed by teachers • To support your child’s needs, additional homework may be sent home as needed • Should be written in assignment notebooks by students daily • No more than 60 minutes per night • For planned absences, work will be given upon return to school
Late Work • Please check your child’s assignment notebook nightly to help prevent or catch up on late work. • Late work will impact your child’s citizenship’s and effort grades. • Full credit may not be given to late work
Testing (Vacations during this time are highly discouraged.) ✓ SOL – May/June ✓ Reading ✓ Science ✓ Math
Communication: o Laurel Ridge Elementary – 703-426-3700 Attendance – 703-426- 3737 o Wednesday Folders o Interims o Report Card o E-mail: Kindly allow 24-48 business hours for response. Do not email regarding urgent matters o Time sensitive matters: Please phone the office
Field Trip: Richmond May 2, 2019
Optional: Bring Your Own Device • Any phones must be turned off and stored in backpacks during school hours • Students may bring in tablets or eReaders only for reading • Students are responsible for using the devices appropriately, keeping track of them, and protecting them • The county/school is not liable for broken or stolen devices.
Clothing • Due to temperature fluctuations, children may need a jacket/sweater in class • If the temperature is below freezing, students must be dressed appropriately to go outside • No Heely (roller skate) shoes
Birthday Treats and Daily Snack • Birthday treats are welcome for lunchtime sharing, but check with office or teacher regarding allergies. • Daily Snack • Healthy options encouraged • No candy, chewing gum, soda, or sugary drinks (Water only.) • Reusable water bottles are encouraged • Please limit the snack to the size of a sandwich Ziplock bag.
Conferences If there are any issues not resolved via phone or email, teachers and/or parents may schedule a face-to-face discussion. Please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any questions or concerns.
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Needed!!! Grade Level Parties: • Valentine’s Day • Renaissance Day Other volunteer opportunities are available in your child’s classroom
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