5th Grade News

March 13, 2025

Glow Day - Couple of Items Still 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

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)

Save the Date

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

Curriculum

Reading & Language Arts:

I can apply creativity with writing a "Mash Up" poem.
I can determine the differences between persuasive and argument essays.
I can identify main ideas and supporting details when applying research skills.

5th Grade Math:

I can identify essential attributes of 2-dimensional shapes, classify them by their attributes, and explain the shared attributes of 2D shapes.
I can calculate the area and perimeter of rectangles, squares, and complex figures.
I can calculate the area of irregular shapes (composite figures).
I can calculate volume by counting cubes or by using length x width x height or base x height.

Science:

I can use my knowledge of space science concepts and out-of-the-box thinking to complete the NASA Lunar Challenge.
I can mythbust common light energy misconceptions.

Social Studies:

I can identify and elaborate on the diverse populations that established the U.S. during the Westward Movement.
I can apply comprehension skills when learning the states and capitals for the Southwest and Western regions.
I can synthesize my understanding of the Manifest Destiny through my Travel Brochure project.

Hayes/Weinstein Community Service Photos (keep scrolling!)

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 left) in the 5th-grade hallway to track the hours completed as the school year progresses. We cannot wait to see the tracker fill up!

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 of the photos we have received so far (to the right). It makes our hearts so happy to see students volunteering in their community!

Hayes/Weinstein Community Service Log

Photos Needed for 5th Grade Graduation Slideshow

The 5th Grade Committee is working hard on preparing 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.

In the Google form below you can upload the necessary pictures of your Gator. Please make sure 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 name each picture with your students name and what picture it is (IE- "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.

Group 5th Grade Grad Photos

If you have any questions please reach out to Melissa Cross at 5thcommittee@glenhopepta.org

GT Corner

We are excited to announce a three-week summer camp opportunity for GT students who will be entering grades 3-6 in the fall called DECATS! Space is limited, so be sure to register soon if you are interested. Miss Hayes, Mr. Hendrickson, 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.

THIS CAMP WAS JUST OPENED UP TO KIDS WHO WILL BE IN 6TH GRADE NEXT YEAR!

DECATS - More Information

DECATS - Register for Elective Classes

DECATS - Make a Payment

Please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Griffard (tiffani.griffard@gcisd.net) with any questions you may have about this experience.