5TH GRADE TEAM
Mrs. Campbell-Reading
Mr. Harman- Science
Mrs. Buckley- Language Arts/Social Studies
Ms. Davis-Math
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
A message from Superintendent Dr. Harris
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO COME TO SCHOOL EVERYDAY AND:
CHOOSE TO: BE ACTIVE, BE ENGAGED,
BE AN AMBASSADOR,
BE PROUD TO BE AN EAGLE!
Choose to apply your BEST EFFORT,
CHOOSE TO BE A PART OF
DESOTO ISD “THE SUPER NEW NORMAL”
Affirmation: (Each day, the students will recite during morning
announcements, just the same as the pledges)
I have a purpose for coming to school today. That purpose is to
learn as much as I can. I will be a productive citizen by being
helpful, not hurtful to anyone. I will strive to demonstrate
mastery in all subjects. I will use critical thinking in all
situations that I face. I will use my exemplary communication
skills to show that I am a life-long scholar who is preparing for
a global society. I will show appreciation and respect to all of
the teachers who teach me today. And at the end of today, I
will ask myself, “Did I fulfill my purpose for today?”
FIELD TRIP
We are planning our yearly field trip to The Outdoor
School in Marble Falls, Texas (pending DISD School
Board approval). This is a trip designed to build self
esteem, team building, and to reinforce our Science
Curriculum through onsite investigations. It is also fun for
the kids and a great learning experience.
This year we will need fund raising support from
our parent and partner community. More details to come
later.
Please visit www.outdoorschool.com to learn more.
TOC FOLDERS
TOC folders will be sent home on Fridays of every week. This is a
primary means of communication between the Parent and the
Teachers. Inside the folder will be the students’ graded work and a
list of assignments with their grade (students input their grade on
TOC) . Please make sure you check the papers with the TOC list.
These must be signed by a parent and sent back the following
Monday. Behavior cards must also be signed and returned the
following Monday.
Discipline Cards will be attached to the TOC page if the student
received any behavior signatures for the week.
DISCIPLINE
Classroom Rules
1.
Raise hand for permission to speak
2.
Submit homework and assignments when due
3.
Arrive to classroom with necessary materials.
4.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
5.
Follow directions the first time given
Consequences : Verbal Warning, Phone Home, Loss of Privelege, Friday Detention,
DETENTION
5th grade will conduct Before School Detention
on specified Fridays (7:15-7:45) for persistent
misbehavior, defiant behavior, or other reasons
in accordance with DISD student handbook.
Students will have breakfast in the detention
classroom for those that apply.
Arrangements with the parents will be made
prior to detention assignment.
SLANT
S- Sit Up
L- Listen
A- Ask and answer questions
N- Nod your head
T- Track the speaker
SUPPLIES
The students need a binder at school. This was not on the school supply list, but it is
necessary to be organized at school.
Some supplies that will need to be replenished periodically through the year are:
•
Glue
•
Pencils
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Map pencils
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Crayons
•
Manila paper
•
Pencil Bags
(please avoid pencil boxes)
Please replace any supplies that your student has misplaced during the course of
the year.
HOMEWORK
Reading Logs are due every Monday- 100
minutes every week. Students create their own
reading log.
Math homework will be given every Tuesday and
Thursday of the week.
Science and Social Studies homework will be
assigned as needed.
READING
Reading Logs will be sent out every
Monday. The students need to log a total
of 100 minutes.
The students will have library every Friday
to check out books.
The goal is for 100% passage on STAAR
and to be on or above reading level.
SCHEDULE
8:10-8:9:25- BLOCK 1
9:25-10:40-
BLOCK 2
10:45—11:35 Co-Curricular
11:35-12:05- Academic Break Transition
12:05- 12:35- Lunch
12:35-1:00
Brain Break
1:00-2:05
BLOCK 3
2::05-3:10
BLOCK 4
COMMON ASSESSMENTS
Common assessments will be given once every 6 weeks in
Reading, Math, Social Studies, and Science. The purpose
and design of each common assessment is to determine
mastery of material taught previously. The common
assessment will be given as a class grade .
The common assessments CANNOT be retaken for a higher
grade per District policy.
New this year: There will be “SNAPSHOT” assessments
every 3 weeks in Science and other specified content
areas. ( approximately 7 questions on specific objectives
covered in class)
STAAR
Math- March 30th
Reading-March 31st
Science- April 22nd
The 5th graders must pass the Reading and Math
portion of the STAAR test to be promoted to the 6th
grade. Retakes will be in May for Reading and Math and,
if necessary, in June during Summer School.
There will be one opportunity to pass the Science STAAR
test which is administered in April.
MATH
Multiplication Facts are very important!! Please
have your child practice every night on the
computer, ipad, ipod, flash cards, etc.
Place Value, Algebraic thinking, Geometry,
Measurement, Probability and Statistics,
Financial Literacy, and Problem Solving will be
taught throughout the year.
SCIENCE
Goal: 100% of Ruby Young Science Scholars to Master 5th Grade STAAR
Science test
Investigations: conducted weekly utilizing the Scientific Method in a
classroom and lab setting.
Assessments: tests, quizzes, snapshots, common assessments, and projects
to show mastery (anticipate a week advanced notice on most projects)
Science objectives require the student to learn what has been
mastered in the classroom and apply those objectives in “real
world settings”
Anticipate the “Science Fair” experience to begin in early October
Provides an opportunity for your child to apply Scientific Inquire
Process we learn in school.
What can you do at home: Talk with your child in everyday settings
and ask them “why” or “how” the natural world around them
works. Encourage science vocabulary usage. FOLLOW UP ON
HOMEWORK EVERYDAY…Check their planners daily. “Websites”
SOCIAL STUDIES
Students are to have knowledge of Native Americans, 13
colonies, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and
the formation of a new nation.
Students will use skills to explore cause-and-effect
relationships; compare past and present events; and
make and use of timelines, graphs, charts, and maps
to interpret historical data.
Be knowledgeable of what is going on in the world
around them.
LANGUAGE ARTS
Improve on writing skills
using the writing process.
Improve on their oral,
written conventions, and
handwriting.
TEACHER WEBSITES
Teachers can maintain a class website
that is linked to the District website for
parent access. This website is vital in
providing information regarding class
announcements, upcoming events, and
reminders.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email
Karla.campbell@desotoisd.org
Tonnett.davis@desotoisd.org
sharman@desotoisd.org
brenda.buckley@desotoisd.org
School phone- (972) 223-6505
Conference time- 10:45-11:35 (Wednesdays reserved for team meetings)
WEBSITES
www.onlinemathlearning.com
https://hosted20.renlearn.com/223036
www.internet4classrooms.com
www.coolmath.com
www.spellingcity.com
www.brainpop.com
www.pendalearning.com
FINAL THOUGHTS/QUESTIONS
Thank you for attending our Parent
Goals night. We look forward to working
with you this year making this year the
“SUPER NEW NORMAL” at Ruby Young
Elementary.
Your RYE 5th Grade Team
Mrs. Campbell
Mr. Harman
Ms. Davis
Mrs. Buckley