Curriculum
Math:
5th:
We have completed and taken the test on Topic 11: Multiplying and Dividing
Fractions and Mixed Numbers. We are now working in Topic 8: Numerical
Expressions, Patterns, and Relationships. The lessons are as follows: Using
variables to write expressions, Order of Operations, Simplifying expressions,
Evaluation expressions, Addition and subtraction expressions, Multiplication
and division expressions, Patterns: extending tables, Variables and
expressions, and Problem solving: Act it out and use reasoning.
We
have also been working very hard on Yearly Progress Pro, Math Facts in Flash,
and Khan Academy! You can access ALL of these programs through our class blog
or school web site! I have also given the students the Block 3 Math Test to
check for understanding of skills. Block 4 Test will be given next.
6th: We have completed and
taken the test on Topic 17: Perimeter and Area, which I am combining with Topic
18: Volume and Surface Area: We have also completed and taken the test on Topic
2: Variables, Expressions, and Properties and Topic 4: Solving Equations. We
are now working in Topic 15: Equations and Graphs. The lessons are as follows:
Equations with more than one operation, Patterns and equations, More patterns
and equations, Graphing equations, Graphing equations with more than one
operation, Understanding inequalities, and Problem solving: act it out and use
reasoning.
We
have also been working very hard on Yearly Progress Pro, Math Facts in Flash,
and Khan Academy! You can access ALL of these programs through our class blog
or school web site! In addition, I have given the students the Block 3 Math Test
to check for understanding of skills. Block 4 Test will be given next.
We
are working HARD and making PROGRESS!
Spelling/Vocabulary: Spelling and vocabulary
lists will be given each FULL week this month. Our bonus words will be chosen
by: Maddison 3/3, Mya 3/10, Makaysha 3/24 Madysen 2/31, I am planning on
putting the weekly words on the blog, so be watching for them so you can study
for the tests at home!
Reading:
We will be
reading the basals and working on fluency and comprehension. Remember that each
Wednesday is BASAL HOMEWORK NIGHT! Students need to bring their basal home to
reread the story and write a summary on their planner sheets!
I
will be reading with the 6th grade and Mrs. Thomas will be reading
with the 5th grade. Make sure your student is doing 20 min of
reading Sun-Thurs with a short summary on their planner sheets. Parent
Signatures earn 3 EXTRA CREDIT points!
*Each
week, students who complete their reading with 5 summaries, turned in ON TIME,
will receive 1 Read to Ride ticket for the end of the year bike drawing.
Language
Arts: We
will continue work in our English Text. We have completed Unit 4: Adjectives
and Adverbs and are now working in Unit 5:Punctuation and Capitalization. In
addition, I have given both classes the BLOCK AND 1 AND 2 ASSESSMENTS IN THIS
CONTENT AREA. I am preparing to give the Block 3 and 4 Tests soon!
Writing: We will continue work on
our Paragraph Of The Week assignments. We will discuss the writing process, and
practice each of the 6 plus one traits.
We
will be practicing how to organize a 5 paragraph essay.
Announcements
*
Students are expected to earn 60 AR points throughout the
course of this year. I am also beginning an incentive for students to read
several genres of books for this reading.
*Spotlight:
We will have a spotlight for Marcus on 4/23!!
You may send a class snack to share that day; however, this is optional.
Please make sure to complete the All About Me poster to share with the class!
*News
Assignments: Mya 3/4, and Maddison 3/11, and James 3/18.
*There
will be an early out Professional Development day on March 7.
*Third
quarter ends March 20th! There will be a day between the quarters on
March 21. NO SCHOOL on this day!
*I
have attached the March Book Order! If you are ordering, please send a check
payable to Scholastic, and your order form in a sealed envelope with your
child’s name on the front by Friday March 7!!
*If
there are any other students who would like to help donate supplies to the
class, we could use pencils, lined paper, copy paper, highlighters, and sticky
notes. Supplies are appreciated, however, optional! Thanks to those who have
donated!
*Please feel free to visit our class blog at
mrsgeorgesfantastic5th6thsplit.blogspot.com to keep up to date on things
happening in the classroom and at school.
*I
will be continue to send home a printout of grades every two weeks to allow
students to check for missing work and see how they are doing! Watch for grades
coming home!
*Please
watch for your child’s weekly behavior chart. These are half size sheets
telling how your child’s behavior was during the week!
*Volunteer Schedule for
Mrs. George’s Class!
*Please
be aware that you MUST have a background check and badge to volunteer! Ask
about these things at the school office.
*If
there are any other parents interested in volunteering, please let me know! It
is wonderful to have your help!
Monday:
8:15-8:45: Sharla Swapp
8:45-9:45: Sharla Swapp
Tuesday:
8:15-8:45: Kaylee Acklin
8:45-9:15: Open
Wednesday
8:15-8:45: Holly Williams
8:45-9:15: Holly Williams
Thursday
8:15-8:45: Shelly Livingston
8:45-9:15: Open
Friday:
8:15-8:45: Amber Rollins
8:45-9:15: Julene Woolsey
For
questions or concerns please call, e-mail, or come into the classroom!
sarah.george@beaver.k12.ut.us Phone: 386-2822
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