HI everyone,
Time is flying! I can't believe we are almost at April vacation! Here's a glimpse into the 5th grade world...
*Math:
We just finished our multiplying and dividing fractions unit
Students pre-assessed for three mini units
We will learn about polygons
Students will classify triangles and quadrilaterals
Volume will be touched upon
*Literacy:
Student chose a riveting topic for their Ted Talks
We then worked on suspending our judgement and researched both sides of the argument
Once enough evidence was collected, students chose the side with the stronger argument
We then worked on writing a speech in order to deliver our message to an audience
We worked on gripping leads, counter arguments and conclusions
Students will perform their Ted Talk next week (Wednesday/Thursday)
Parents are welcome to attend-a schedule will be sent home ASAP
*Social Studies
We kicked off our Revolutionary War unit with an amazingly funny read aloud
Students learned about the FRench and Indian War
We’ve already talked about different perspectives of King George, Patriots, Sons of Liberty, Loyalists
We’ve learned about the Boston Massacre
More exciting events are coming up next week to get ready for the Freedom Trail in late May!
*Important Information:
Memory book is DUE SUNDAY! Please make sure your child has completed their page
Ted Talks will take place on Wednesday and Thursday of next week
We are finalizing the schedule and will send that out Monday
If you have a day and time preference, let us know asap
Jump Rope for Cause /Earth Day Celebration April 19th
April vacation 4/22-4/28
April
*Ted Talks April 17-18 (10:15-12:30)- more details to follow
May
*ELA Testing- May 6-9
*Math Testing- May 14-15
*Early Release- May 16
*Freedom Trail- May 20th
*EHS Play- May 22nd
*Memorial Day- May 27
*Science Testing- May 28-29
June
*CMS Guidance Counselors Visit
*CMS Math Placement Assessment
*Pod Placement letters arrive
*CMS Move Up Day- June 3rd
*Grand Luncheon-June 3rd
*Field Day- June 7th (rain date 10th)
*5th Grade day at SHP- June 12th
*5th Grade Celebration-June 12th 6:00
*Walk Out-June 13th 2:30
Enjoy the weekend and the warm temps coming!
Shannon
