*Weekly Plans*

School Happenings

5/6/2024

We have another exciting week ahead of us! This is the fifth and final week that we are studying a region of states and capitals! The final test is May 16th. This week student's state projects are due (May 7th). These beautiful projects will be on display during the "Road Trip Around the States" on May 14th from 1:30 - 2:45pm in the Chapel Room. *If you are bringing a young child with you, please be with them at all times*

This week your students are completing their project for the Bible "Wax" Museum. This is on May 9th from 1:30 - 2:30pm in the Chapel Room. Parents are invited! Students will wear something  to signify their character but they do not need to buy a costume. They can be creative using an old Halloween costume, using a bed sheet and rope for a robe, or create something of their own! 

Make sure you have SIGNED UP to see your child receive a Character Trait award (one sign up per child, please).

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests & IOWA Testing Schedule:

**Last day to turn in late work: May 24**

Spelling List: NORTHEAST Region

Bible Verse: 

*No Bible Verse--> Extra credit DUE: Friday (5/10) 

4/29/2024

The month of May is near and it will be a packed month, so please take note of all major upcoming events. Make sure you have SIGNED UP to see your child receive a Character Trait award (one sign up per child, please).

We are nearing the end of the States projects as they are due NEXT WEEK (5/7). Please check in with your child to come up with a plan. They are given daily reminders in class with an opportunity to ask questions, research, and work on their Introduction Card and Bibliography. These beautiful projects will be on display during our "Road Trip Around the States" on May 14. This will be in the chapel room and is open for family visitors from 1:30-2:45pm. *If you are bringing a young child with you, please be with them at all times*

Our Bible "Wax" Museum is just around the corner, as it will be on May 9. This will also be held in the chapel room from 1:30-2:30pm. Students were assigned a character, last week, that they will study and dress up as for the museum. This is an "in-class" project.

Last week we began our new Math unit and we have our topic test THIS WEDNESDAY (5/1). These last 4 units are extremely short with only a few lesson each. This means that we will have a topic test about once a week.  Click HERE for an at-home resource.

To continue learning the states and capitals, their locations, and how they are spelled, here are some games and videos you might want to look at. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E2CNZIlVIg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSvJ9SN8THE

http://www.yourchildlearns.com/mappuzzle/us-states-capitals-regions.html

http://www.funbrain.com/where/index.html

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/states_experiment_drag-drop_Intermed_State15s_500.html

http://www.seterra.com

Stack the States from itunes!

Have Fun!!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests & IOWA Testing Schedule:

**Last day to turn in late work: May 24**

Spelling List: SOUTHEAST Region

Bible Verse: 

*No Bible Verse--> In-class review/activities. 

4/22/2024

This week is IOWA testing. Please be sure your child gets plenty of rest and eats a good breakfast. It would be a great idea to pack them with a great protein snack since our testing will begin after the snack break. If you would still like to sign up to bring a snack for the class, please click HERE.

Homework will be minimal this week, so please continue to set up a plan with assisting your child with their state project. These are DUE on May 7. This Friday is minimum day and it is a pajama day!

In May, your student will be receiving a character trait award. These will be in-class awards that we do first thing in the morning (8:35-9am). Click HERE to sign up. Please sign up once per child for parents to attend at the same time.

To continue learning the states and capitals, their locations, and how they are spelled, here are some games and videos you might want to look at. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E2CNZIlVIg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSvJ9SN8THE

http://www.yourchildlearns.com/mappuzzle/us-states-capitals-regions.html

http://www.funbrain.com/where/index.html

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/states_experiment_drag-drop_Intermed_State15s_500.html

http://www.seterra.com

Stack the States from itunes!

Have Fun!!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests & IOWA Testing Schedule:

Spelling List: SOUTHWEST Region

Bible Verse: 

*John 8:58 -- "Very truly I tell you, " Jesus answered, "before Abraham was born, I am!" 

4/15/2024

Fourth quarter festivities are in full swing! Your student chose their State for their project last week. This is an at-home project but students will be given time to research about their state in class. The packet and examples are listed under "Additional Resources". Students are responsible for keeping track of the sites they use to complete their typed bibliography. Students got a head start on this last week. This project is due on May 7. Our "States Road Trip" where friends and family get to view the projects will be on May 14th.

Wednesday is our field trip to the courthouse! We get to participate in a mock trial to learn more about the legal system. We will eat lunch at the courthouse so please do not order your child hot lunch! We will return for our normal dismissal time.

The week of April 22-26 is Iowa testing. Please make sure your student is rested and at school on time. If you are interested in contributing a snack for testing, click here for a link to the sign-up sheet.

We will be taking our Unit 12 Math test on Monday and will then begin the next unit, which focuses on interpreting numerical expressions (PEMDAS). Please click here for an at-home resource.

To continue learning the states and capitals, their locations, and how they are spelled, here are some games and videos you might want to look at. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E2CNZIlVIg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSvJ9SN8THE

http://www.yourchildlearns.com/mappuzzle/us-states-capitals-regions.html

http://www.funbrain.com/where/index.html

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/states_experiment_drag-drop_Intermed_State15s_500.html

http://www.seterra.com

Stack the States from itunes!

Have Fun!!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List: MIDWEST Region

Bible Verse: 

*Proverbs 19:21 -- "Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand."

4/8/2024

I hope everyone had a wonderful Spring Break! I cannot believe we are this far along. I am so proud of all the hard work that has been put forth this school year! We have hit the ground running in 4th quarter and have many fun things such as murder and mystery, a utopian city far below the earth's service, a war for independence, some chemical reactions, and so much more! 

Please check this blog weekly and read emails being sent home. A permission slip for our next field trip was sent home before spring break. Please make sure it is signed by this Wednesday (3/10). If we do not get a response in time, the office will assume your child is attending and your account will be charged. Don't forget, the Spring Concert is this Friday (3/12) from 2-3pm. This will take place in the auditorium and students are asked to wear spring colors such as light pink, bright blue, yellow, etc.

This week we are wrapping up Unit 12 in math (Please click here for an at-home resource), and beginning our short films as our in-class project for Westing Game! 

Oh ya!...and,  it's the moment our class has been waiting for: our Fifty Nifty United STATES AND CAPITALS!!! On Fridays, students will no longer have their regular spelling test but instead be tested on the spelling AND geography of the region of focus. This is in preparation for their final test of all 50 states (5/16). There are online games linked under "Additional Resources".

We are starting this week learning the first section of the USA - WEST Region. There are five regions and each week they will be assigned one at a time. They will be working on their States Flip-book each week pertaining to the region we are studying. To help get started in learning the states and capitals, their locations, and how they are spelled, here are some games and videos you might want to look at. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_E2CNZIlVIg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSvJ9SN8THE

http://www.yourchildlearns.com/mappuzzle/us-states-capitals-regions.html

http://www.funbrain.com/where/index.html

http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/states_experiment_drag-drop_Intermed_State15s_500.html

http://www.seterra.com

Stack the States from itunes!

Have Fun!!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List: WEST Region

Bible Verse: 

*John 4:23 -- "Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks."

3/25/2024

I can't believe we are already at the end of the third quarter! The last day for your student to turn in late work is Monday, March 25th. Additionally, students' TYPED Opinon/Persuasive essays are due on Wednesday, March 27th. **These MUST be turned in to Google Classroom. These are to be typed and in MLA format. Finally, we do not have school on Friday. When we come back from Spring Break, we will begin our 4th quarter!

We have been working on our new unit in Math, focusing on Measurement Conversions. Please click here for an at-home resource.

*States & Capitals begin after Spring Break!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

*States & Capitals begin after Spring Break!

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

*States & Capitals begin after Spring Break!

Spelling List 10-3: Words with Spelling Changes/Irregulars

Bible Verse: 

*Isaiah 53:5 -- "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."

3/18/2024

We are nearing the end of our 3rd quarter! Please continue to check in with your student as well as occasionally checking Gradelink. Reminder: the last day I will be accepting late work/Fix-Its for the quarter is Monday, March 25th.

Tuesday, March 19th is Color Splash Day and 5th grade is orange! Friday, March 22nd is a minimum day, so students are out at noon. The 22nd is also the school auction at the Loft Coffee from 5-9pm. Info: https://www.tlcs.us/2024-auction

This week we will be wrapping up some different units as well as wrapping up for the quarter. First, students will have their quarterly STAR testing on Monday and Tuesday. Students will also be starting their Opinion/Persuasive Essays later this week. These are to be typed and in MLA format and DUE on Wednesday, March 27th. This is an in-class assignment but will be homework if not completed in class. We will also be reviewing for our "Web of Life" Science test that we will be taking on Thursday.

We will also be starting our new unit in Math, which will be focusing on Measurement Conversions. Please click here for an at-home resource.

*States & Capitals begin after Spring Break!

**Please take note of the following events in March at the top of this blog**

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 10-2 Words with Science Roots: (se, mech, cycle, phys, chem)

Bible Verse: 

*Daniel 2:20 -- "Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his."

3/11/2024

We have 3 weeks left for quarter 3! Please continue to monitor items coming home in the weekly gray folder as well as checking Gradelink. The last day I will be accepting late work/Fix-It Tickets for this quarter is Monday, March 25th. 

This week in math we are focusing on volume and students will have their test on Friday. Click here for an at-home resource. We will also be having our last lesson in our "Web of Life" Science unit, so expect a test next week!

We are continuing our "Road to Revolution" in Social Studies and our class has been enjoying experiencing what life was like in the 1700's. We have also been having a great time with many topics for our Opinion/Persuasive unit in Writing. This class is so creative! 

**Please take note of the following events in March at the top of this blog**

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 10-1 Words with Prefixes (re-, bio-, im-ex-, micro-)

Bible Verse: 

*Jeremiah 29:11  -- "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future."

3/4/2024

It was so great to see many of you at Open House last week! Your students were so excited to show you the hard work they have been putting into 5th grade and I'm sure you're proud of them...I know I am! This week we will have a test for Math-Unit (Topic) 10. This unit is all about plotting, please click here for an at-home resource.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 9-3 Words with Prefixes that Describe Where (pro-, em-, en-, per-, im-)

Bible Verse: 

*Isaiah 7:14  -- "Therefore, the Lord himself will give you a sign; The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel."

2/26/2024

Third quarter is flying by! Last week we completed our social studies unit and topic 9 in math. This week we will begin our very short topic 10 in math! It is all about plotting - click here for an at-home resource. Students are also finishing their president timelines this week which will be on display during Open House. These will only become homework if they are not finished during the allotted class time. Open House is this Thursday from 6-7pm. Please note that this Friday is a minimum day and students are out at noon.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 

Spelling List 9-2 (Words with Inflectional Endings with Spelling Changes)

Bible Verse: 

*1 Thessalonians 5:12  -- "Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you."

2/20/2024

I hope you all had a wonderful 3-day weekend! Congratulations to both our Mathletes and our Science Fair Finalists! This week our Mathletes will be competing in the Math Olympics, so wish them luck!

This week we will be wrapping up our Social Studies unit, followed by a quiz, as well as our Math unit, followed by a test. Both of these will be on Friday. We will also be wor=king on finishing up our President Road Maps.

Click HERE for an at-home resource for our current (unit) Topic 9.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 

Spelling List 9-1 (Irregular Past-Tense Words)

NO SPELLING WORDS - **But, we will be practicing grammar, spelling, editing throughout the week**

Bible Verse: 

*Psalm 140:4  -- "Keep me safe, Lord, from the hands of the wicked; protect me from the violent, who devise ways to trip my feet."

2/13/2024

Thank you for all who made it out to science fair last week. Students' boards are at school as we review who will be selected to attend the county science fair! I am so proud of their hard work and how they have supported each other through this process. If you have any photos of this event or anything else throughout the year (field trips, Christmas, etc) please email them to me to be used for the yearbook/open house. Mark your calendars for our Open House on February 29 from 6-7pm.

Wednesday is Valentines's Day! We will have a couple small activities to celebrate. Your student may bring in a snack to share with the class if they would like.

Click HERE for at-home resource for our current (unit) Topic 9.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 

Spelling List 8-3 (Words with adjective suffixes: -y, -ent, -ive, -ic, -ful)

Bible Verse: 

*1 Peter 3:8  -- "Finally all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind."

2/5/2024

We did it! Our class has completed their Science Fair projects and they look wonderful! I am so proud of all of your students. They did a great job presenting and are ready for our upcoming school Science Fair this Thursday--please check that you received a detailed email last week regarding place and time. 

We are wrapping up our Unit 8 in math this week-all about multiplying fractions. Please click this link for an at-home resource. 

Also, please mark your calendars for our Open House on February 29 from 6-7pm.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 

Spelling List 8-2 (Words with latin roots: aud, vis, form, cede)

Bible Verse: 

*James 1:5  -- "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you."

1/29/2024

Science Fair Project DUE this Tuesday, January 30. We will also begin presentations on this day. The final must include the following 4 items: 1) composition notebook, 2) typed report with plastic cover (clear front), 3) 3-panel display board, and 4) be prepared to give oral report. **All students can also find all resources on their Google Classroom (Science). Students will have time on Monday to practice their presentations with partners. *Also, please note that we will be having our school Science Fair on February 8th (which our parents are invited to come check out all of the hard work)-->you will receive an email with further details within the next few days.

We have also started a new unit in Math (Topic 8). Please click this link for an extra resource to help you follow along with what your student is working on. We have been working with multiplying fractions and whole numbers and so far they have grasped this concept pretty quickly! 

Last week your student was assigned a president of their choice to study! This is an in-class project. Students were asked to bring a book about their President to school this week. They have been instructed to have this book with them each day as we will be working on our projects in class. It is my hope that with your help, your child has chosen a book that they will be able to read independently and contains ample information. They will spend several weeks in class reading this book and creating a timeline of their president's life. 

Lastly, the FUN RUN is this Friday, February 2! Fifth grade will be running from 10-10:20am on the track. Please be sure to register your student at mybooster.com so they can collect pledges. 

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 

Spelling List 8-1 Words with /ou/ and /oi/

Bible Verse: 

*Hebrews 3:12  -- "See to it, brothers and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God."

1/22/2024

It is officially quarter three...that means we are half way done with the year! Your students have been crushing fifth grade and I am very proud of them. Please note that this Friday (1/26) is a minimum day and students are out at noon!

Science Fair Project DUE: January 30. Please continue to wrap up Science Fair projects.  The final must include the following 4 items: 1) composition notebook, 2) typed report with plastic cover (clear front), 3) 3-panel display board, and 4) be prepared to give oral report. **All students can also find all resources on their Google Classroom (Science). For MLA help, see tab "Additional Resources" on our class page. Click HERE for a link to the Science Fair Packet for more details. 

This week your student will be assigned a president to study! This is an in-class project. Students are asked to bring a book about their President to school no later than Monday, January 29th. This can be purchased or from the library. Please help your student choose a book that they will be able to read independently and contains ample information. They will spend several weeks in class reading this book and creating a timeline of their president's life. These beautiful projects will be on display at Open House on February 29th.

Lastly, the Fun Run is just around the corner! It is on February 2 and fifth grade will be running from 10-10:20am on the track. Please be sure to register your student at mybooster.com so they can collect pledges. This is open now!


OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 

Spelling List 7-3 Words with Silent Letters: (kn, wr, gh, gn, wh)

Bible Verse: 

*Psalm 51:10  -- "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."

1/16/2024

I hope everyone had a wonderful 3-day weekend! This week we are tying up any loose ends to finish strong in the second quarter! The quarter ends this Friday, January 19th.

Last week, students completed their in-class book club project and typed Informational Essays. This was a major focus of the entire week, so students were given ample time, not only to complete these assignments, but review and peer review. This week, students will be taking their STAR tests for the quarter. These results will be on their report cards for this second quarter. We are also taking our Topic 7 Math test at the end of the week. We will once again be taking this test in two parts. Part 1 will be on Thursday and Part 2 will be on Friday. The focus of this unit was adding and subtracting fractions. Please click HERE for an at-home resource. *Please note that all students have several resources (practice, games, etc) that they can access in their Savvas accounts.

Science Fair Project check-in this Wednesday. Ideally, at this point students have completed their experiments and have completed their typed written report in MLA (or just about finishing up). Last week we spent over an hour in class reviewing and setting up an MLA formatted paper. This week, we will be going over our Science Fair reports to be sure they are set up in proper MLA format. *Please remind your student that their report should be on a Google Doc under their school email)* The written report should be written in their Science notebooks and then students should be taking that information directly from their notebook to complete their typed report. For MLA help, see tab "Additional Resources" on our class page. Click HERE for a link to the Science Fair Packet for more details. The final project is due January 30th with the following 4 items: 1) composition notebook, 2) typed report with plastic cover (clear front), 3) 3-panel display board, and 4) be prepared to give oral report. **All students can also find all resources on their Google Classroom (Science)

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 

Spelling List 7-2 Words with Prefixes (e-, pre-, dis-, mis-)

Bible Verse: 

*Psalm 18:2  -- "The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."

1/9/2024

Welcome back my amazing 5th graders! I hope everyone had a marvelous winter break that included family, play, rest, and many memories made. We will hit the ground running as we return this week and try to finish out our second quarter strong!

Science Fair Project check-in. Please note that we will have some time occasionally to work on it in class, but as a reminder: this is considered an "at-home" project. Please plan to bring your Science Fair Journals to class each day in the case that we have some time to work on this. At this point, most of the research should be completed and you should be working on your experiment. Please be sure to refer to your Science Fair Packet for detailed instructions regarding your *written report (MLA format) and your next check-in due date is: January 17 (e). The final project is due January 30th with the following 4 items: 1) composition notebook, 2) typed report with plastic cover (clear front), 3) 3-panel display board, and 4) be prepared to give oral report.

We will be working on our in-class Book Club project this week. We are  also finishing up our Informational writing  and Social Studies Unit 4, this week. 

Our second quarter ends on January 19th; therefore all late work and./or Fix-It Tickets will be due no later than January 12th.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

*FRIDAY (January 12th): LAST DAY to turn in Fix-It Tickets & Late work*

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 

Spelling List 7-1 Words with Final /ǝl/ and /ǝr/

Bible Verse: 

*1 Samuel 15:22b-23a  -- Samuel replied, "Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed than the fat of rams. For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft."

12/18/2023

Your kiddos did a wonderful job at the Carols, Cookies & Cocoa! I am so proud of them as they have worked really hard and how much courage it took for our soloist kids as well! It all turned out so great!

We have a busy week as we begin to wrap up our Science unit by taking our unit test on MONDAY, Book Club, and Social Studies unit. We will also have a small amount of time to work on some reasearch for their Science Fair projects. We will be learning how to find check for "reliable" resources how to properly cite them. We will be finishing up on our Writing drafts, so that we will be ready to type our final papers upon our return from Christmas break.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 

NO SPELLING THIS WEEK

Bible Verse: 

*1 Samuel 12:24  -- "But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you."

12/11/2023

Only two more weeks before Christmas break! Your students received their science fair approval forms back last week and each have spoken with me. Students had their first journal check last week. They were needing to have their notebook properly labeled, their question/s that they want to research, and some research started.->if they still have not done this, please be sure that they complete it this week, as they will then have their 2nd journal check this Wednesday. Students are reminded to write down the links of websites used as they will create a bibliography at the end of their report. Click here  for the link to the science fair packet. 

We are beginning a new math unit this week, so please click here for our Topic 7 at-home resource. Students will be given a Science Study Guide to do as homework on Wednesday. This will be gone over in class on Thursday. Their unit tests are on Monday, December 18th.

As a reminder, Friday is a minimum day and students are out at noon after the concert! Students are asked to wear red, green, black, or white. Please no logos (or very minimal) and no hat/antlers as that will block the face of the student behind them. This is such a special time to help celebrate Christmas!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 6-3 Compound Words (Hyphenated & Open)

Bible Verse: 

*1 Samuel 12:20- "Do not be afraid," Samuel replied. "You have done all this evil; yet do not turn away from the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart."

12/4/2023

This week your students will have their science fair proposal forms back to them by Wednesday! As soon as these topics are approved, they are clear to begin their project. As explained in the packet, this will start with brainstorming questions to research in their composition notebook. This can be followed with research documented in their notebook. Students are reminded to write down the links of websites used as they will create a bibliography at the end of their report.

This week we will also have our Topic 6 Math test. This will split into two parts taken on Thursday and Friday. This topic is all about dividing decimals! Click here for a link to the at-home math resource.

Friday is Christmas Day! Remind your students to show their spirit.

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 6-2 (Words with noun suffixes -tion, -ty, -sion, -ness, -ment)

Bible Verse: 

*Ruth 1:16- But Ruth replied, "Don't urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go, I will go, and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God."

11/27/2023

Welcome back! I hope that everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving break and was able to spend time with their families. We are continuing to plug away at our curriculum and the hard work is paying off! 

Science Fair Project packets will be sent home this Wednesday and  your student is to return this Friday with their Approval Form. Do not have your child start their project until after their idea has been approved. We will spend class time on Monday, going over all the parts that need to be included in a science experiement (i.e. independent variable, dependent variable, 3 trials, etc). The detailed packet will be read in class AND should be reviewed again with your student at home. It contains A LOT of information! *Please check towards the back of the packet that has the timeline of important due dates throughout this assignment*

We will begin our new Book Club this week and I am so excited! We begin a new unit in Math, working on strategies to divide decimals. We will be studying about Samson in Bible this week and as always, please be sure to check the Study Guide on Thursdays (Google Classroom) to help your student prepare for the Bible test. Throughout the next few weeks, we will be working on our Informational writing and wrapping up our Science with a unit test.

*Please click here for Topic 6 resources*


OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

**Science Fair project is due January 30, 2024!**

Spelling List 6-1 Words with Vowel /ô/ (al, alk, all, au, aw)

Bible Verse: 

*1 Corinthians 6:19-20- "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."

11/13/2023

Happy last week before Thanksgiving Break! We have lots of exciting things to look forward to!

Last week students finished reading thier "Book Club" books so this week we will have an in-class project. They will be given time in class Monday-Thursday and it will become homework only if they have not finished. We are also wrapping up Topic 5 in Math and have our test on Friday. See above with resources to help your student with long division. 

On Thursday your students will get to shadow middle school! This will be an exciting day where they get to experience two different middle school elective classes. 

As Friday is the last day before break, students are welcome to bring a small snack/treat to share. I will be sending a sign-up sheet for a few small items if you would like to contribute. 

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 5-3 (Homophones)

Bible Verse: 

*Isaiah 41:10 -- "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

11/6/2023

It was wonderful meeting with each family last week! Thank you for your support as we enter the second quarter.

Continue to encourage your student to go through their gray folder each week so they can see areas they may be making reoccuring mistakes and areas they are excelling in. 

 Friday is Fun Sock Day so remind your student to show their spirit and wear funky socks! :)

Click here for the Math Resource for Topic 5

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:


Spelling List 5-2 (Words with Latin Roots)

Bible Verse: 

*Psalm 121:1-2--"I lift up my eyes to the mountains-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth."

10/30/2023

I can't believe it is already the second quarter! I am so proud of your student's hard work and all they have accomplished the last couple of months. I have had some much fun getting to know this class better each day and I am grateful for each and every one of them!

There are a few changes in 5th grade now that we are entering the second quarter. The most notable is that points will be taken off of late assignments. If an assignment is less than one week late, 25% will be deducted. If it more than a week late, it can be turned in for up to 50% credit. Assignments will not be accepted if they are over a month late. I will be discussing these changes with your student but please have a conversation about it at home as well. Late assignments can be a huge detriment to your student's overall grade.

 
Please keep in mind that school is out at noon every day this week as we have parent teacher conferences.

Click here for the Math Resource for Topic 4

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 5-1 (Words with Noun Suffixes)

Bible Verse: 

*Ephesians 2:8-9 -- “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-not by works...” 

10/23/2023

Happy last week of the quarter! I am so excited for all of your student's hard work so far this school year. To celebrate, we have so many exciting events this week!

The end of quarter is this Friday, October 27th. Grades are closing this week so the last day I can accept fix-its or late work is Wednesday, October 25th. The following week, Oct 30-November 3 are parent-teacher conferences. This means school will be out at noon every day. Please refer to the email sent to you about your conference time. 

As it is the last week of the quarter, there will be no spelling or Bible quizzes this week!!! We will be having our Science Unit 1 Test this week on Wednesday, October 25th (this is updated from last week). Also on Wednesday, we will be getting to spend time with our Kindergarten buddies. On Friday, October 27th, we have a field trip to see the CYT play "Matilda". Students will bring a small snack with them and we will be back on-campus in time for lunch. Please have your student wear or bring something BLUE to wear on Friday as we  are hoping to have a surprise class activity....

Click here for the Math Resource for Topic 4

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

10/16/2023

The end of quarter is quickly approaching! Please read emails about parent-teacher conferences to confirm your time slot. If you are unable to attend at that time, let me know so we can find a new slot. Also, we have another field trip right around the corner! We will be attending a CYT play on Friday, October 27th. Permission slips were emailed home earlier last week. 

Grades are updated regularly so please check Gradelink to monitor your student's progress. The last day I will be accepting late work or fix-its is Wednesday, October 25th. If you notice that your student is often receiving their graded work marked as "late," please help them come up with a game plan to try and avoid this the next quarter. As a reminder, beginning 2nd quarter, the late-work policy will begin to be implemented. 

Students are continuing to work on a rough draft of their personal narratives and begin typing their final draft this week. I ask that they take these home to edit throughout the week. Their final essay (typed) will be due on Wednesday, October 18th. This week we will begin Topic 4 for Math and will be completing our 8-week Science unit. Students will be given a study guide this week for their test on Tuesday, October 24th.

Click here for the Math Resource for Topic 4

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 4-2 (Homographs)

Bible Verse: 

*Joshua 1:7 -- “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go.” 

10/9/2023

Happy October! Last week was wonderful filled with fun in-class activities such as our watercolor self-portraits, STEAM boats for math, and Native American projects. Students are presenting these projects as practice for other presentations such as Science Fair.

This week we are continuing with Topic 3 of math and will have the unit test on Friday. Students will also be working on a rough draft of their personal narratives and begin typing their final draft this week.  I  ask that they take these home to edit throughout the week. Their final essay (typed) will be due on Wednesday, October 18th. I will give class time each day to work on their writing but if unfinished they may complete it over the weekend and turn in by Wednesday.

Keep an eye out for an email from me regarding Parent-Teacher conferences--these will go out Monday evening. Can you believe it is almost the end of the quarter?! 

Wednesday is our Western Spirit Day and Friday is the Family Hoedown from 6 to 9pm. I hope to see you all there!

 Click here Parent Resource - Topic 3 (MATH)

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 4-1 (words with Vowel Consonant-e Syllable Pattern)

Bible Verse: 

*Hebrews 10:11-12-- "Day after day every priest stands and performs his religious duties; again and again he offers the same sacrifices, which can never take away sin. but when this priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God."

10/2/2023

Happy October! Last week was wonderful with a fantastic trip to the Tech Museum in San Jose! Last week your students also finished their in-class book club projects that are now displayed in our classroom!

This week we are continuing with Topic 3 of math and will have our test next week. Our personal narrative writing unit is wrapping up as students are getting ready to write their rough draft of their personal narrative essays. Expect them to take their rough drafts home over the next couple of weeks for editing help! We completed learning about the different regions of Native Americans and we will work on in-class projects this week. Click here Parent Resource - Topic 3 (MATH)

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 2-3 (words with Open Syllable Pattern)

Bible Verse: 

*1 Corinthians 14:12-- "And the same is true for you. Since you are so eager to have the special abilities the Spirit gives, seek those that will strengthen the whole church."

9/25/2023

We have successfully completed another unit in Math and we will be taking our test on Monday. This means we will begin our next unit later this week. If your child is needing extra assistance, please check out the newest link:  Click here Parent Resource - TOPIC 3. 

We are excited for our first field trip of the school year! Please check your email that has the most current updates regardind this field trip. Thank you to all that reached out to be chaperones--we could not do this without you! We will be wrapping up our Social Studies unit this week and Book Club projects are just about completed. Our class is working so hard and I am so proud of them! 

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 2-2 (words with Closed Syllable Pattern)

Bible Verse: 

*Genesis 50:20--”You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is not being done, the saving of many lives."

9/18/2023

We had another FANTASTIC week in fifth grade! I am so proud of all your students' team work in class! Last week we finished our Book Club reading of Frindle! This week students will complete an in-class project that corresponds with the reading. We will also be continuing our Personal Narrative Writing unit. If your students needs assistance with math at home, CLICK HERE: Parent Resource for Topic 2.

As a reminder, Friday (9/22) is a minimum day!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 2-1 (words with r-Controlled Vowels /âr/, /är/, /ôr/  --> air, are, ar, or, our, ore)

Bible Verse: 

*Ephesians 4:31-32--"Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

9/11/2023

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 1-3 (words with r- controlled vowels):

Bible Verse: 

*Ephesians 4:24--"...put on the new self, created to be like God, in true righteousness and holiness."

9/5/2023

I hope everyone has had a wonderful 3-day weekend. Your students are so much fun and very hard-working. They have been off to a great start this year and I've already been learning so many new things about each of them! Please don't forget that multiplication facts should be practiced each day. Here's to a great week!

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 1-2 (words with long vowels):

Bible Verse: 

*Hebrews 11:17--"By faith Abraham, when God tested him, offered Isaac as a sacrifice. He who had embraced the promises was about to sacrifice his one  and only son."

8/28/2023

I am looking forward to our first full week of school! As we ease in to many of our subjects, prepare for your student to begin to have some homework. I am looking forward to seeing many of you at back-to-school night on Thursday, August 31. 

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Study on Your Own Schedule (pay attention to test schedule):

Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Spelling List 1-1 (words with short vowels):

Bible Verse: 

*Romans 15:4--"For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide, we might have hope.

8/23/2023

OUR WEEK:

*Unfinished classwork could include math, writing, history, science, reading, etc. … please check the planners nightly.

Bible Verse: 

No verse this week; but here is what I want our class to focus on this year: 

God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love and a sound mind.


Some of my favorite bible verses:

"But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31

"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble." Psalm 46:1