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August 23, 2024
August 23, 2024
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back!
It has been wonderful getting to know your kiddos, and we are looking forward to watching how much they will grow this year. The start of each year always brings some nervousness about what's to come, but we've taken time to do what we can to calm nerves and build excitement. Our goal with the 5th-grade newsletter is to keep you informed about what's happening in our classrooms each week and upcoming important dates. We are honored and excited to help your kiddos grow and become more enthusiastic about math, science, social studies, reading, and writing. It's going to be a great year!
Teacher Emails
Should the need arise for you to contact one of your child's teachers for academic questions/concerns/comments, or anything else, here are their email addresses:
6th Grade Accelerated Math (@iUPrep) - chad.baker@gcisd.net
5th-Grade Math- ashley.carter@gcisd.net
Science/Social Studies - christi.robertson@gcisd.net
ELAR - rion.wahpekeche@gcisd.net
Please do not hesitate to contact us. Our goal is to respond the same day if possible, but it may be the following morning before we can.
Save the Date
Save the Date
Friday, August 23rd
-Camp El Tesoro chaperone applications are LIVE
Monday, August 26th
-Reading iReady assessment
Tuesday, August 27th
-Reading iReady assessment (finishing)
Friday, August 30th
-College Colors Day
Beginning-of-year Assessments
Beginning-of-year Assessments
This week and continuing next week, students will be taking iReady assessments. In ASPIRE, iReady is replacing MAP testing that we have done in the past.We ask that you please refrain from absences and appointments at these times, if possible. Below are the dates for the assessments:
Wednesday, August 21st & Thursday, August 22nd - 5th Math iReady Assessment
Monday, August 26th & Tuesday, August 27th - Reading iReady Assessment
What is the best time to pull my child for an appointment?
What is the best time to pull my child for an appointment?
We understand that students sometimes have appointments during the school day. We've had a few parents ask what is the best time based on our schedule, so we thought we would share with you all:
10:45 - 1:00 would be perfect for students to be pulled for appointments. We are doing targeted small group lessons, specials, recess, and lunch during this time.
From 7:45 - 10:45 each morning and 1:00 - dismissal, students will miss class time if they are pulled (which we know is sometimes unavoidable)
Thank you for helping make the first two weeks of school a success!
Thank you for helping make the first two weeks of school a success!
Parent Information Night - Thank You!
Parent Information Night - Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who came out to Parent Information Night on Thursday. Communication with parents is an integral part of our student's success. If you couldn't attend, we've attached the slideshow we went over last night. Let us know if you have any questions!
Miss the Camp El Tesoro Meeting? Here's the Info!
Miss the Camp El Tesoro Meeting? Here's the Info!
If you were unable to attend the Camp El Tesoro Informational Meeting, we have put all of the information we shared below, which includes a slideshow and a packet. The actual packet was sent home with your child today (Friday) if you didn't attend last night. At the back of the packet are important health forms and permission slips that must be filled out. Let us know if you have any questions!
Camp El Tesoro Dietary Restrictions Form
Camp El Tesoro Chaperone Information
Camp El Tesoro Chaperone Information
If you are interested in being a chaperone for our Camp El Tesoro trip on October 22 - 24, please fill out the application linked below. Please be sure to read all of the chaperone information/expectations at the top of the form before deciding to fill it out.
At this time, we are not asking potential male chaperones to fill out an application. Instead, male chaperones will need to fill out this form. If we see that more male chaperones have expressed interest than we have space for, we will then reach out and ask them to fill out an application. Responses are due by Friday, August 30th.
Chaperone applications are due on Friday, September 6th.
Camp El Tesoro Chaperone Application
Thank you to those of you who are volunteering your time to help us out!
Curriculum
Curriculum
Language Arts:
I can analyze how text structure contributes to the author’s purpose.
I can identify sentences as declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory and use them correctly in my writing.
I can compose a personal narrative using the writing process to share information about an experience using correct genre techniques and craft.
Math:
I can define income tax, payroll tax, sales tax, and property tax.
I can describe the types of taxes, determine the difference between gross and net, and describe the advantages and disadvantages of payment methods.
I can develop and keep a financial record and balance a budget when expenses are greater than income.
I can use expanded notation to represent the value of a digit in a decimal.
I can round decimals.
Our first quiz over Unit 1 will be on Tuesday.
We will begin Unit 2 of Math on Place Value understanding.
Science:
I can compare and contrast matter based on mass, volume, and relative density.
I can compare and contrast matter based on magnetism.
Social Studies:
I can apply my map reading skills to show the coordinates of various places in the world.
I can show my understanding of the various types of maps by completing a Google Slides presentation.
I can apply my knowledge of map reading skills by creating a Journey Map about events in my life.
Canvas
Canvas
Students have been working in Canvas and seem to be improving in their navigation skills and in terms of checking and submitting assignments.
We suggest you do the pairing feature in Canvas, which allows you to "observe" your child's classes to see their daily lessons and assignments and allows you to see what they have or have not turned in. We have placed a link below that will show you how to become an "observer" in your child's Canvas account.
Feedback
Feedback
We know we aren't perfect. Please click the link below and give us feedback on the first two weeks of school. We'd love to improve, and we'd appreciate your feedback. Thanks in advance!
Growth Mindset: Your Brain is Like a Muscle
Growth Mindset: Your Brain is Like a Muscle
We will work throughout the year on building your child's growth mindset. To learn more, watch the video below.
Lead With GCISD
Lead With GCISD
The district was buzzing with excitement as we kicked off another school year! To see GCISD first day of school pictures, click the link below.
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