Welcome to Back-to-School Night Fifth Grade – Room 221 Mrs. Barlow Mrs. Carpenter.

Welcome to Back-to-School Night

Fifth Grade – Room 221

Mrs. BarlowMrs. Carpenter

Important Contacts

East Vincent610-469-5106

Principal – Dr. Bell

Secretary – Mrs. Liss

Attendance – Mrs. Hydutsky

Nurse – Mrs. Kinneary

Guidance – Mrs. Quinn

Contact & Information

Annmarie Barlow

email: [email protected]

Kaitlyn Carpenter

email: [email protected]

Our Daily Schedule

8:30 – 8:40 Announcements/Morning Meeting

8:40 – 10:15 Math

10:15 – 11:45 Language Arts

11:45 – 12:30 Lunch and Recess

12:30 – 1:15 Specials

1:15 – 1:40 Tier Time

1:40 – 2:20 Social Studies

2:20 – 3:00 Science

3:05 Dismissal

Specials

Day 1 - Health

Day 2 - Library

Day 3 - Art

Day 4 - Music

Day 5 - P.E.*Students must wear sneakers on gym days.

*Instrumental Lessons – schedules vary.

Student Expectations

Be a responsible learner.

Bring all necessary materials to class.

Complete class work on time.

Do all your homework and bring it to school with you each day.

Be an active learner - participate!

Respect others.

Color Change for behaviors

Homework Strikes & Fun Friday

Homework

Homework is posted each and every morning. Students are responsible for copying assignments into their planners.

Students are also reminded to make sure they have everything before they leave.

Homework is due the next day unless otherwise directed.

Approximately 45 – 60 minutes of homework each night. (30 minutes reading)

Science Curriculum

Process Skills

Inquiry Activities

Science Research Project

Mixtures & Solutions

Microscopes & Cells

Chemistry: Periodic Table of Elements & Atomic Structure

Social Studies Curriculum

Colonization of the New World– European & English Settlements

New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies

The American Revolution– Causes of the Revolution– The War for Independence

Creating a Nation– Constitution & Government

Math Curriculum

Math Routineo Rocket Matho Mental Matho Math Messageo Lessono Independent/Guided Practiceo Games/Activities

www.everydaymathonline.como Student login

Rocket Math

Math fact fluency and accuracy important for higher level mathematics conceptsDaily practice!! 10 – 15 minutes Include as part of homework routine.

and the cat

Co-teaching

Co-teaching involves two (or more) equally-qualified individuals who may or may not have the same area of expertise (regular and special education) jointly delivering instruction to a group of students.

In Math and Language Arts there is a co-teaching model taking place!

We are excited to deliver this instruction because there are many benefits which include:

– Students will have the opportunity to be taught in an intense, individualized manner

– Differentiated instruction - meeting the needs of all the students

Co-teaching in the Classroom

So how will this look in your student’s classroom?

– Any student could be provided instruction from either teacher

– Both teachers share responsibility for the class

– Physical space can vary

– My role (Special Educator) does not change as far as ensuring that my students are getting the attention and time that is in the education plan-but can do so in an inclusive setting.

Conferences & Trimester Dates

Parent -Teacher Conference Dates:November 24 & 25

March 4 & 5

Trimester Dates:End of 1st Trimester: December 1

End of 2nd Trimester: March 10

End of 3rd Trimester: June 12

Field Trips & Volunteers

Two Field Trips Leadership/Team Building – May 2015

TBA

Nut free

Volunteers for Classroom ActivitiesHomeroom Coordinators (2 would be great)

Please complete & return the volunteer/contact information sheet

Volunteers must have clearances on file in the office. Clearances must be updated periodically – check with the office to be sure your clearances are still valid.

Snacks

Students may bring a small snack to eat mid-morning.

Snack should be easy to eat and not require utensils as they are expected to continue working while they eat.

There is no sharing of snacks or lunch items due to food allergies and other dietary concerns.

Miscellaneous

Personal items – toys or electronic devices should not be brought to school as we can not guarantee they will be kept secure at all times

Cell phones – must be turned off and kept in bookbags- not to be used as an e-reader

E-readers – students may bring in their own e-readers provided that parents send in a note that they have permission to do so and that the content on the device is grade-level and age appropriate.

Dress code – please be sure that students are dressed appropriately (refer to the parent handbook)

Questions ?

Thank you for coming!