Grade 5

HOME ROOM TEACHER: Chris Davison (cdavison@stbartholomew.org OR  Ext. 15)

READING TEACHER: Sr. Nena Laroco (srnena@stbartholomew.org OR  Ext. 25)

GENERAL SCIENCE TEACHER: Susan Kirkbride (Mrs.K@stbartholomew.org OR  Ext. 27)

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER: Lynn Mathias (Lmathias@stbartholomew.org OR  Ext. 26)

MATH TEACHER: Steve Bartl (sbartl@stbartholomew.org  OR   Ext 34)

RELIGION: Germania Rebaudengo (grebaudengo@stbartholomew.org or Ext 33)

5th Grade Reading/Religion

Homework is a necessary part of each child’s education program. Homework should be clear, complete, and turned in on time. It is an important component of a student's grade. Long term assignments are given throughout the year. A note will be sent home regarding this with an explanation and due date. No more than 1 1/2 - 2 hours should be spont on homework. Ten minutes on each subject would make sure your child is prepared for the net day's work. After 10 minutes on each subject, the child should go back and finish up the work up to the 2 hours. One subject should not be completed to the detriment of others. All should have some work completed. A note maybe sent in explaining if the work is not finished.

What Parents can do to Help:

• show positive interest in all children’s work
• cooperate with the teachers and administrator
• provide children with a suitable place and quiet time for homework
• be available as a consultant, but do not do the homework for your child
• encourage, but do no pressure your child – take into consideration his/her ability
• set a time limit
• check for neatness and accuracy – encourage the child in this

Religion Text: Christ Our Life

• The Church
• Sacraments
• Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy
• Litergy and Liturgical Year
• Sunday's Gospel
• Develop a sense of Third World by studying missionary work in Pery
• Develop a sense of service
• Prayer-format and spontaneous

Reading Text: Dream Chasers   -    Wind by the Sea

1. Increase comprehension and literary (main idea, characterization, figurative language, recalling details, word attack)
2. Increase vocabulary
3. Develop study skills
4. Encourage independent reading (one book a month; one Newberry Award book (not an Honor Book) a quarter along with 2 other books, book report book maybe included in these 2)

5th Grade General Science

The course is designed around 3 areas: (1) Life Science; (2) Earth Science; and (3) Physical Science.

We will be covering such varied topics as simple living things, weather, forces, and motion, the solar system, and body systems. The course is an excellent introduction to the more in-depth courses of the next three years. There will be numerous demonstrations, experiments, hands-on activities, and videos. Nightly homework should average 15 minutes.

Grading: 67% quizzes/tests 33% homework

5th Grade Social Studies

5th Grade Math

On a typical day, students learn mathematical concepts by analyzing patterns and writing mathematical rules. Instruction frequently includes work at the board, the use of hands on materials, and working with partners or in small groups. Homework is assigned daily, along with weekend enrichment and cumulative review assignments.

Homework Grading Policy

Homework is an essential component within the learning process and will be graded as follows:

• A homework grade will be given every 3-4 weeks.
• Students start with a grade of 100. The grade drops 2 points for every assignment handed in late.

An assignment is considered on time if it is complete, with the directions properly followed, the work shown as directed, mistakes corrected, the appearance of work satisfactory, and the assignment handed in at the time of class.

If a student is absent, handing the assignment(s) in upon their return to school would be considered
on time.

If an assignment is late, this will be noted in the students’ assignment book. A 'late' mark will be written next to the assignment and initialed by the teacher. Please monitor your child’s assignment book to keep informed on how they are doing.

The homework grades throughout the quarter will be averaged to determine the quarterly
homework grade.

Text: Houghton Mifflin Math / Book 5

Objectives:

• Strengthen and expand understanding of concepts involving whole numbers and fractions.
• Develop understanding of concepts and skills involving number theory, fractions and decimals.
• Develop understanding of concepts and skills in geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability.
• Introduce basic concepts and skills in algebra, including variables, expressions, properties,
  order of operations and equations.
• Strengthen computational skills.
• Improve mental math and estimation skills.
• Expand logical reasoning, analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Apply math knowledge and skills to real life situations.
• Stimulate interest in math.

Workload:

• HOMEWORK is assigned daily. Assignments, along with weekly and special projects, should require between 20 and 30 minutes of work per night. If your child consistently puts in more time than that, please do not hesitate to contact me. Weekend assignments will focus on enrichment and review.
• A CUMULATIVE REVIEW PACKET is assigned approximately two times a quarter. The packet provides the opportunity for review, practice and remediation of concepts and skills learned both during the week and throughout the year.
• A REMEDIAL PACKET is distributed to students on an individual basis. Its purpose is to focus on specific needs.
• A WEEKEND ENRICHMENT / SKILL DRILL assignment is given most weekends. The assignment provides review of facts and skills learned during the week, computational drill and practice, and enrichment activities which require analytical and logical reasoning.
• SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS will be given at various times throughout the year and will focus on gathering data, using resource materials and graphing.

Grading:

• Tests account for one score each. At least two days notice will be given before a test.
• Quizzes are worth 50 points each. Every two quizzes average to one score.
• Notice will usually be given the day before a quiz.
• Homework / Notebook will average to one score per quarter.
• Cumulative Review Tests account for one score each.
• Skill Drill Tests account for one score each.
• Special Assignments average to one score per quarter.

The quarter grade is the average of all of the scores.

Materials: In School At Home

• 2 black two-pocket folders - (1 for school, and 1 to keep math papers in at home)
• 1 spiral notebook - Protractor - Colored Markers
• Loose-leaf Paper - Ruler - Glue
• Calculator

Additional:

• The Math Envelope will be sent home Mondays approximately every two weeks.
  The envelope will contain an assessment form, along with graded materials.
  Please sign the assessment form and return all materials the next day.
• Extra-Help provided by the teacher or a peer tutor: available Tuesdays from 3:15 - 4:00.
• Extra-Help provided by the teacher: available by appointment before school.