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March 13, 2025
March 13, 2025
Becoming Active Listeners!
We've made it to Spring Break! Only one more nine weeks to go. The home stretch of the school year lies ahead, and we are starting to feel a mix of excitement and anxiousness among students. Some have said they will miss Glenhope, and others are excited about an influx of students and a new school. But, no matter how they may feel about closing out the elementary chapter of their journey, we've talked to them about how quickly these last couple of months pass by. Parents, your kiddos are almost sixth graders!
We hope this short time away is beautiful for you all, and we look forward to hearing about your adventures or staycations when we return. The break lets us catch our breath and recharge as we enter the final nine weeks. Deep breath, everyone! Let's make the last pages of this chapter awesome.
Save the Date
Save the Date
Thursday, March 13th
-5th Grade Lunch With a Loved One (12:30-1:00)
Fast Pass for LWALO 3/13/25: https://forms.gle/GA7hGWsCcvE3wjq88
-End of 3rd Nine Weeks
Friday, March 14th
-Bad Weather Makeup Day (NO SCHOOL)
Monday, March 17th - Friday, March 21st
-Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
Wednesday, March 26th
-3NW report cards available via Skyward
Friday, March 28th
-Play it Safe programs
Glow Day - Supplies Needed
Glow Day - Supplies Needed
We are so appreciative to our 5th grade families for all they have donated to make our Glow Day on April 4th a blast for students! If you haven't had a chance to donate anything from our wish list, we have linked it below. Also below you will find the final items we really need to make the day successful:
2-Pack Blacklight Bar (1 more needed) **we have been told that each class needs 3-4 bars for the entire room to be "glowing."
Connect 4 Game (at least 2 more needed) **we will even take a used game from home if you'd like to donate.
Party Glow Sticks (1 more needed) *we have received enough for about 100 of our 112 students
Bowling Set (at least 3 more needed)
Jenga Glowing Tower (at least 3 more needed)
To clarify the need for some of these items - we have requested multiple of some items (ex: bowling set) because two teachers at a time will be using them with students in their room. For example, Mrs. Robertson and Miss Hayes will be using the bowling set in science class. Multiple sets will ensure that around 5 students work in a group together, rather than 7 or 8. Smaller group sizes make learning more effective.
5th Grade Glow Day Supply Wish List
**Please note: this list will provide all 5th grade classrooms with the necessary supplies they need for Glow Day**
STAAR Testing
STAAR Testing
Please note our STAAR testing dates below. On testing days, Glenhope is closed to visitors so please keep that in mind. Additionally, we would appreciate you not scheduling any appointments on these days, as students will have to miss class time during the testing window to make up the STAAR testing they missed. If they miss a STAAR exam, they will have to spend an entire day of school when they return to make that test up.
Wednesday, April 9th
-5th grade reading STAAR
(3rd & 4th reading STAAR on this date as well)
(CTMS telescopers do not go to CTMS or iUPrep)
Tuesday, April 22nd
-5th grade science STAAR
(CTMS telescopers do not go to CTMS or iUPrep)
Tuesday, April 29th
-5th grade math STAAR
-6th grade math STAAR
-8th grade math STAAR (this is the STAAR taken by students in 7th accelerated math)
-Alg I EOC STAAR exam
(3rd & 4th math STAAR on this date as well)
(CTMS telescopers do not go to CTMS or iUPrep)
Photos Needed for 5th Grade Graduation Slideshow
Photos Needed for 5th Grade Graduation Slideshow
The 5th Grade Committee is working hard to prepare an amazing graduation for our 5th Grade Gators. A tradition during graduation is for the graduation slideshow to include a baby picture, a kindergarten picture, and a 5th-grade picture of EVERY student. To make that happen, we need help from all our parents.
You can upload the necessary pictures of your Gator in the Google form below. Please ensure you are only filling out ONE form per student, so, Mom, if you fill it out, let Dad know not to and vice versa.
We will also need you to label each picture with your student's name and what picture it is (e.g., "Sam Cross Baby Picture," "Sam Cross Kinder Picture," and "Sam Cross 5th Grade Picture.") There are 112 5th graders, which means hundreds of pictures, and having them labeled is the only way we can make sure every student is included.
Individual 5th Grade Grad Photos
The second Google form is for group pictures. Parents may send in up to 3 group pictures to include in the slide show as well. Pictures must have been taken ON campus or at a school sponsored event (field trip or camp) and they must be submitted by April 4. If they do not meet these criteria, they will not be included.
If you have any questions please reach out to Melissa Cross at 5thcommittee@glenhopepta.org
5th Grade Community Service Initiative
5th Grade Community Service Initiative
We have a goal this year for all 5th-grade students (and teachers) to complete 12 hours of community service outside of the school day by the end of the year (6 hours per semester). Students who achieve 6 hours by December 13, 2024, and an additional 6 hours by May 9, 2025, will receive a party to celebrate their achievements. When your child completes community service, please be sure they are logging their time in the Google Form linked below. We have hung a tracker poster (pictured here to the right) in the 5th-grade hallway to track the hours completed as the school year progresses. We cannot wait to see the tracker fill up!
Also, if you snap photos of your child during community service, please send them to us! We would love to see the work they are doing.
Carter/Robertson/Wahpekeche Community Service Log
SO FAR, 5TH GRADE STUDENTS ARE OVER 590 HOURS FOR THIS SEMESTER!
Also, if you snap photos of your child during their community service, please send them our way! We would love to see the work they are doing. We have included some photos we have received so far (to the right). It makes our hearts so happy to see students volunteering in their community!
GT Corner
GT Corner
We are excited to announce a three-week summer camp opportunity for GT students who will be entering grades 3-5 in the fall called DECATS! Space is limited, so be sure to register soon if you are interested. Miss Hayes, Mr. Henrickson, Mrs. Griffard, and Mr. Parthemore (all Glenhope teachers) will be mentor teachers for all three weeks as well as some other wonderful teachers. Please use the links below to gain more information, to register for elective classes, and to pay for the camp.
DECATS - Register for Elective Classes
Please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Griffard (tiffani.griffard@gcisd.net) with any questions you may have about this experience.
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.
Curriculum
Curriculum
ELAR:
When we return from the break, we will begin reviewing our reading and writing skills in preparation for STAAR.
Math:
I can classify polygons based on size of angles and orientation and number of sides.
I can classify triangles based on angle size and side length.
I can represent and solve problems involving perimeter and area.
I can represent and solve problems involving perimeter and area of composite figures.
Science:
I can demonstrate and explain how light travels in a straight line and can be reflected, refracted, and absorbed.
Social Studies:
I can identify the goals the Progressive Movement worked toward and was able to achieve.
I can explore the cause-and-effect events that led to the war.
I can describe the effects of the Treaty of Versailles.
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!
Lead With GCISD
Lead With GCISD
This year, the district is celebrating our students and staff every #WeAreGCISD Wednesday! Through posts, they will showcase how the district is working ‘Together for Tomorrow.’ Be sure to check in each week to learn more about what #WeAreGCISD means to our students and employees.
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