STUDENT expectations
A message from Superintendent Dr. Harris
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO COME TO SCHOOL EVERYDAY AND:
Apply an EXTRA EFFORT in all they do as a Desoto ISD student at RYE
Choose to have your BEST ATTITUDE,
Choose to apply your BEST EFFORT,
CHOOSE TO BE THE BEST!
5th grade team
Mrs. Campbell-Reading
Mr. Harman- Science
Ms. Davis- Language Arts/Social Studies
Mrs. Woodall-Math
Schedule
Mrs. Campbell's Homeroom
8:10-8:9:25-Math with Mrs. Woodall
9:25-10:40- Science with Mr. Harman
10:40—11:30- Co-Curricular
11:35-12:05-Lunch
12:05-1:25-Language Arts/Social Studies with Ms. Davis
1:25-2:35- Reading with Mrs. Campbell
2:35-3:05-Intervention
Schedule
Mr. Harman’s Homeroom
8:10-8:9:25-Language Arts/Social Studies with Ms. Davis
9:25-10:40- Reading with Mrs. Campbell
10:40—11:30- Co-Curricular
11:35-12:05-Lunch
12:05-1:25-Math with Mrs. Woodall
1:25-2:35- Science with Mr. Harman
2:35-3:05-Intervention
Schedule
Ms. Davis' Homeroom
8:10-8:9:25- Reading with Mrs. Campbell
9:25-10:40- Math with Mrs. Woodall
10:40—11:30- Co-Curricular
11:35-12:05-Lunch
12:05-1:25-Science with Mr. Harman
1:25-2:35- Language Arts/Social Studies with Ms. Davis
2:35-3:05-Intervention
Schedule
Mrs. Woodall’s Homeroom
8:10-8:9:25- Science with Mr. Harman
9:25-10:40- Language Arts/Social Studies with Ms. Davis
10:40—11:30- Co-Curricular
11:35-12:05-Lunch
12:05-1:25 – Reading with Mrs. Campbell
1:25-2:35- Math with Mrs. Woodall
2:35-3:05-Intervention
STAAR
Math- April 1st
Reading-April 2nd
Science- April 23rd
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.
TOC Folders
TOC folders will be sent home on Fridays of every week. Inside the
folder will be the students graded work and a list of assignments
with their grade (students input their grade on TOC). These need to
be signed by a parent and sent back the following Monday.
Please make sure you check the papers with the TOC list.
Discipline Cards must also be signed by parents which are attached
to the TOC.
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:
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Glue
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Pencils
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Map pencils
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Crayons
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Manila paper
Please replace any supplies that your student has misplaced during the course of
the year.
Field trip
We are planning our yearly field trip to The Outdoor
School (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.
Please visit www.outdoorschool.com to learn more.
More details to come later.
Homework
Reading Logs are due every Monday- 150 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.
Three current events are required each grading period per District guidelines for
Social Studies.
All students are required to participate in the school Science Fair which will be held
in January.
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 an exam grade .
The common assessments CANNOT be retaken for a higher
grade per District policy.
Common assessments fall into the Test category for
grading.
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
Card Signature
2nd Card signature
3rd Card signature-Parent phone call/Loss of Fun Friday
4th Card Signature-Buddy Teacher Timeout
Assistant Principal Detention
After school Detention will be with the Assistant
Principal Mrs. Hannible on Friday from 3:155:00 for persistent misbehavior, defiant
behavior, or other reasons in accordance with
DISD student handbook. Arrangements with the
parents will be made prior to detention
assignment.
Contact information
Email
Karla.campbell@desotoisd.org
Tonnett.davis@desotoisd.org
sharman@desotoisd.org
rwoodall@desotoisd.org
School phone- (972) 223-6505
Conference time- 10:40-11:30
Teacher Websites
Each Teacher is required to 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.
Websites
www.tickettoread.com
www.firstinmath.com/ www.thinkthroughmath.com
www.educationcity.com
www.coolmath.com
www.spellingcity.com
Reading
 Reading Logs will be sent out every Monday. The
students need to log a total of 150 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.
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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, and
Problem Solving will be taught throughout the year.
 GOAL- 100% passage on STAAR!!
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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, 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 mid to late 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”
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Language Arts
Improve on writing
skills using the writing
process.
Improve on their oral,
written conventions, and
handwriting.
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Social Studies
 Students 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 timelines, graphs, charts, and maps to
interpret historical data.
 Be knowledge of what is going on in the world
around them through the current event
assignments.
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FINAL
THOUGHTS/QUESTIONS
 Thank you for attending our Parent
Goals night. We look forward to
working with you this year.
Your RYE 5th Grade Team
Mrs. Campbell
Mr. Harman
Ms. Davis
Mrs. Woodall
9/5/13