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ELAR (Ms. Dagger)
In reading, we will begin Module 7. In this module, we will read a variety of texts about explorations. This week, we will read Into the Unknown: Above and Beyond. Students will analyze characteristics of informational text, including diagrams. We will also recall details that support the author's central idea.
In grammar, we will focus on pronouns.
In writing, we will continue perfecting our ECR, as well as work on our Open House writing project.
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 central idea of the story. Ask the following questions:
What is the entire book or article mostly about?
What is the central idea of a specific paragraph?
Can you find the main idea in the title or headings? What do they tell you?
Math (Ms. Lee)
The students are working on Unit 8 called Data Analysis. The students learn how to collect, organize, display, and interpret data for frequency tables, dot plots, stem and leaf plots, and scatterplots.
Homework
The students will need to complete 45 minutes in i-Ready this week along with 4 fluencies.
Your children did amazing on our Math Interim!! I am very proud of all of them. Each child has their own interim plan to work on skills for mastery. They have time in class to work on some of the interim plan but will need at times to work on it at home.
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?
Where is the origin, x-axis, and y-axis located on a coordinate grid?
What is an ordered pair?
Science/SS (Ms. Whelan)
We will be spending the first few days this week reviewing several science concepts we will see on our next unit test (this Wednesday!) This includes lessons we had before Christmas break, so we will be reaching WAY back in our memories! The students will be working on a review and we will be practicing in class at the beginning of the week.
Feel free to use the reviews to study at home!
This week I will also begin pulling specialized groups in science, according to their STAAR science interim results. We will be reviewing concepts that were missed, as well as reviewing how we could have improved on our short constructed response question.
In social studies we wrapped up Unit 5 last week with our test, and will be starting a new unit over the Civil War and Reconstruction. This is usually an interesting topic for students, and I hope we will have time for some fun related activities!
Valentine Boxes and Cards
It is that time of year to have your child start decorating their Valentine's Day Box or reuse a past one :) !! Your child can bring it to school starting the week of February 9. Also, if your child would like to pass out Valentine Cards, we ask that he or she makes sure to have enough for his or her homeroom class. We will be having our Valentine's Day Party on Friday, February 13. You are welcome to attend.
Important Spring 2026 Dates for
5th to 6th grade Transition
Please mark your calendars as we charge ahead this semester!
6th Grade Course Selection Dates
February 4th at 6:00 p.m.
Middle school showcase nights on separate middle school campuses
February 5th during school day
5th graders from OCT will visit CMS regardless of zoned middle school campus.
Students receive course selection sheets.
General course selection details available at GCISD Course Selection Guides
5th Grade Parent/Guardian Information Session
Hosted by Elementary Counselors
Date To Be Determined
Friday, February 13th
Course selection sheets due to homeroom teacher
(Student fine arts course requests will be entered into Skyward based on this document.)
AVID Dates
(Click link for the recruitment site)
Parent/Family Information Night on February 2 starting at 5:30 p.m. at GCISD Professional Development and Education Center
Any student can apply HERE until February 11th (applications can be accessed from a student device only)
Applicant interviews hosted by March 3rd
Acceptance/Regrets letters sent week of March 9th
If you have any questions, please contact Mackenzie Holley at mackenzie.holley@gcisd.net or 817-305-4880, or contact your homeroom teacher.
O. C. Taylor Yearbooks are on Sale!
You can order a yearbook and create an ad/ dedication page online at yearbookordercenter.com. Our order number for O.C. Taylor is 17833.
We are offering both softcover and hardcover yearbooks this year!
Last day to order an ad/ dedication page is March 14th.
Last day to pre-order a yearbook is March 28th.
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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