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ELAR (Ms. Dagger)
Whew! The business of December has definitely set in, and we are all gearing up for the holidays. This week, we will wrap up Module 6 by reading Parrots over Puerto Rico. We will discuss text structure and text features. We will learn how the Latin root -bene and the suffix -ure help us understand the meaning of unknown words.
In writing, we will focus on creative writing and 10-sentence stories. In grammar, we will continue working on complex sentences and our use of commas.
Remember to set a time to read each night at home. Reading at home increases comprehension skills, as well as vocabulary.
After students read, focus on the literary elements of the story. Ask the following questions:
How does the setting impact the events of a story? How might the events of the story be different if the setting changed?
Can you identify the setting, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution in the book you have reading or in a movie you have watched lately? What details from the book/movie support how you knew that?
Math (Ms. Lee)
The students are working on Unit 6 Order of Operations and Algebraic Reasoning. The students will learn how to write equations for missing variables and order of operations (PEMDAS). The test for this Unit will be Monday, December 15.
We have our i-Ready MOY Assessment the week of December 8-12.
Homework
The students will not have any homework this week due to MOY Math Testing in class.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to me at anne.hurstlee@gcisd.net
Questions to Ask Your Child:
How do you multiply a decimal by a whole number?
How do you multiply a three digit number times a two digit number?
How do you divide by a two digit divisor?
How do you divide with a decimal in a dividend?
What are key words to look for in word problems for a multiplication problem?
What are key words to look for in word problems for a division problem?
How do you identify a prime and composite number?
How do add or subtract a fraction with an unlike denominator?
How do you multiply a fraction by a whole number?
How do you divide a unit fraction and a whole number?
How do you use PEMDAS or Order of Operations to solve a number expression?
Science/SS (Ms. Whelan)
We will be beginning a brand new unit in science this week over patterns of the sky. This week will be focused on how earth's rotation on its axis causes day and night. This is typically a very fun unit that brings about a lot of interesting questions!
In social studies we will be taking our next unit test on Friday, so we will spend the week reviewing the Constitution and Bill of Rights, and the duties of each of the three branches of government.
Winter Holiday Party
The students will have their winter party on December 18 from 10:45-11:30 in the cafeteria. You are welcome to join your child for the party. Every student is asked to bring a "wrapped" $5.00 gift card to school by December 16. If you are unable to do this, please reach out to your homeroom teacher.
Student Council Visit Monday, December 8
If your child is in student council this year, we will be meeting at 3:15-3:45 on Monday, December 8 at Volante Senior Living of Grapevine, 3735 Ira E. Woods Ave., Grapevine TX 76051. We will be singing two holiday songs and passing out cards to the residents!! We need your help to transport your child to the event. Please make arrangements for your child to ride with a friend's parent or please bring them yourself. You are welcome to stay and bring siblings. It is such a fun event. Thank you for your help in this matter.
5th Grade Instagram Page
We have started a 5th grade instagram page for you to follow all the happenings in 5th grade!! Please find us @ OCT5th2026.
20250822144653983.pdfDismissal and Ride Changes:
Dismissal and Ride Changes:
We are continuing to use the dismissal procedure called SafeID. This system is more streamlined and much safer for dismissal times. If your child's form of transportation home changes, PLEASE let the front office know by calling or emailing sierra.salter@gcisd.net and paola.cervantes@gcisd.net as quickly as possible and before 2:00.
Absent
If your child is absent, please email the homeroom teacher and the front office and let them know. The front office email addresses are siera.salter@gcisd.net and paola.cervantes@gcisd.net.
Chromebooks
Please have your child charge their chromebook each evening and bring it to school along with the charger and headphones.
Parent Communication:
Parent Communication:
If a question or concern arises, please contact one of the 5th-grade teachers as your first point of contact. We are here to help answer questions, alleviate concerns, and support you and your child.
EMAIL:
tiffany.daggercummin@gcisd.net
Curriculum Night Presentation
Thank you to those of you who attended curriculum night. If you were unable to make it to curriculum night. Here is the link to the presentation.
Canvas Information:
Canvas Information:
In middle school, students will use Canvas for their classes. We decided to utilize this platform this year to help prepare our students for middle school. You can view the Canvas platform through your child's classlink.
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