News Letter 12/17-12/21

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: December 17-21 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: This week students will wrap up their informational writing, focusing on sustainable energy. Information paragraphs follow the same format as all good paragraph writing, starting with a topic sentence, followed by FRED’s, and concluding with a “So what?” This week students will show what they know in their Writing on Demand Assessment.

Math: As we move forward in our decimals unit, students are learning to add and subtract decimals.  We have multiple tools and strategies to help students develop conceptual understanding.  Students will show what they know about decimals by adding, subtracting, and rounding while shopping for a meal on Tesco.com

Unit of Study:  Design Thinking is in full swing. Students have started making connections to energy consumption and climate change, and have begun their designs of a prototype to help reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, in order to reduce carbon emissions that lead to greenhouse gases and global warming.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Parents, please also check out the SERVICE CHANNEL, which is a forum for the ISKL community to share ideas and information about how we can contribute to our community and planet.

Important Reminders/Information for this week: (also see GLC Updates):
Last week of school before break!
Free Dress day, this Friday!

Newsletter 12/10-12/14

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: December 10-14, 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will finish their informational writing, focusing on sustainable energy. Information paragraphs follow the same format as all good paragraph writing, starting with a topic sentence, followed by FRED’s, and concluding with a “So what?” Students will write a variety of non-fiction paragraphs: sequencing, compare and contrast, cause and effect, just to name a few!

Math: As we move forward in our decimals unit, students are learning to add and subtract decimals.  We have multiple tools and strategies to help students develop conceptual understanding.  As the week continues, they will choose ways that are most efficient to them.

Unit of Study:  Design Thinking planning will start this week! The students will start making connections to energy consumption and climate change, and design a prototype to help reduce their dependence on fossil fuels, in order to reduce carbon emissions that lead to greenhouse gases and global warming.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page..

Parents, please also check out the SERVICE CHANNEL, which is a forum for the ISKL community to share ideas and information about how we can contribute to our community and planet.


Important Reminders/Information for this week: (also see GLC Updates):

• Christmas Around the World is Thursday, wear your red and green!
• Please send in your clean recyclables for our design thinking project. We are looking for plastic, ribbon, fabric, cartons, bottles etc. 

Highlights from last week:

• Students have been working hard on their nonfiction writing pieces throughout the week.  Ask them to share their work with you!
• The band performances went very well, hard to believe most students had not even picked up their instruments prior to August!! Well done!
• Congratulations to our ISAC swimmers who competed on Friday!

December 3-7 Newsletter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: December 3-7, 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will continue to work on their nonfiction reading and writing units, which are integrated with our sustainable energy science unit. Students will continue to use hard copy and online texts about sustainable energy to improve their nonfiction reading and writing. This week the students will focus on choosing and researching one form of sustainable energy, including the pros and cons etc. They will begin to synthesize their research in an information essay. All of this research will guide us to use the design thinking process in order to problem solve around using sustainable energy to reduce the effects of limited supplies of fossil fuels and climate change.

Math: We are wrapping up our unit on coordinate planes. The assessment will be this week. We are now bridging into understanding the decimal system. In this unit, students will grasp that the location of digits in decimal numbers determines the value of a digit. Students will also be using real-world problems in order to understand how to add, subtract, divide and multiply decimals.

Unit of Study:  The students will continue to work on our Sustainable Energy unit.  Students will continue to read nonfiction texts to support their understanding of sustainable energy. This week, as mentioned above, the students will start making connections to energy consumption and climate change. Students will complete their assessment this week.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Parents, please also check out the SERVICE CHANNEL, which is a forum for the ISKL community to share ideas and information about how we can contribute to our community and planet.


Important Reminders/Information for this week: (also see GLC Updates):

• Thursday December 6, ES Holiday Concert 6pm and 7:30pm 
• Please send in your clean recyclables for our design thinking project. We are looking for plastic, ribbon, fabric, cartons, bottles etc. 

Highlights from last week:

• Thank you for the parent volunteers who helped our kids craft a unique Christmas ornament. 
• CONGRATULATIONS to the Aqua Panthers (swimmers) who competed in their first meet of the year.
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11/26-11/30 News Letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: November 26-30, 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will continue to work on their nonfiction reading and writing units, which are integrated with our sustainable energy science unit. Students will continue to use hard copy and online texts about sustainable energy to improve their nonfiction reading and writing. This week the students will focus on choosing and researching one form of sustainable energy, including the pros and cons etc. They will begin to synthesize their research in an information essay. Later, they will use their essays to create a script for a multimedia PSA (Public Service Announcement) or a podcast, which will feature their chosen form of sustainable energy. 

Math: Students will continue to work on ‘Unit 3: The Coordinate Plane’ this week. They will continue to plot ordered pairs, read and interpret data on coordinate planes and also interpret rules involving the x and y axes. They will also continue to have fun solving various coordinate plane picture mysteries. Students will continue to review our learning from Unit 1 and Unit 2 in the daily warm ups.

Unit of Study:  The students will continue to work on our Sustainable Energy unit. Various classes have completed their electrical energy exploration labs, including building on their knowledge of circuits to create their own LED flashlights. Students will continue to read nonfiction texts to support their understanding of sustainable energy. This week, as mentioned above, the students will choose and research a form of sustainable energy.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Parents, please also check out the SERVICE CHANNEL, which is a forum for the ISKL community to share ideas and information about how we can contribute to our community and planet.

Important Reminders/Information for this week: (also see GLC Updates):

• SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB ORDERS - orders will close at midnight on 29th November. You can keep adding your orders online up until that date by clicking HERE
• Fri. 30 Nov: Next Red Hats Free Dress Day - suggested charitable donation - RM5
• Fri. 30 Nov: G5 Christmas ornaments assembly line from 1:30-2:30pm in the G5 common area - see GLC updates for more information.
• Fri. 30 Nov: ES semester 1 ASAs end 

Highlights from previous week:

• Last Wed. afternoon, the students experienced a very interesting and informative presentation from Hector Ingram on ‘Wind Energy & Biomass (fast grass)’ in the G5 common area
• Last Fri. we celebrated Deepavali in the ES. There were a variety of demonstrations and workshops set up in the open space on floor 2 next to the art rooms. There was also a colorful and vibrant assembly in the Melawati Theatre from 10:50-11:30am, lead by our Red Hats assembly announcers. Many thanks to Nalini Krishnan and the ES Cultural Committee for their work in planning and conducting the Deepavali program.

11/19-11/23 News letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: November 19-23, 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will be continuing their Nonfiction reading and writing unit.  This unit will be integrated with our science unit, so students will be using texts about sustainable energy to improve their nonfiction reading. This week we will understanding more complex nonfiction text and practice writing various text structures (compare/contrast, problem/solution, description, chronological order)

Math: Students will continue with coordinate planes this week. We will use important vocabulary to express ourselves and explain our thinking, focusing on one quadrant of the coordinate plane. They will be plotting ordered pairs, as well as reading and interpreting data on coordinate planes. Students will continue to review our learning from Unit 1 and Unit 2 in the daily warm ups.

Unit of Study:  We will continue to work with the Sustainable Energy unit. Classes will continue to get into the labs working with circuits and get to build their own LED flashlight. We will read nonfiction text to support our understanding of energy.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)
No School on Tuesday, November 20th.
Friday, November we are celebrating Deepavali with an assembly, cultural activities and be sure to wear your Deepavali clothes!

News Letter 11/12-11/16

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: November 12-16, 2018

Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will be continuing their Nonfiction reading and writing unit.  This unit will be integrated with our science unit, so students will be using texts about sustainable energy to improve their nonfiction reading. This week we will focus on text structures and finding the main idea.

Math: Students will be tuning in to coordinate planes this week. We will introduce important vocabulary, focusing on one quadrant of the coordinate plane. They will be plotting ordered pairs, as well as reading and interpreting data on coordinate planes. Students will continue to review our learning from Unit 1 and Unit 2 in the daily warm ups.

Unit of Study:  We will continue to work with the Sustainable Energy unit. Classes will continue to get into the labs working with circuits. The classes are all reading a non-fiction book on Energy.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)
 There will be a hearing check conducted by our ES Nurse Ms Bethanie this week.

Highlight - Last Week:

• We had Mr Baker visiting to share his expertise in fossil fuels. We took part in some experiments that demonstrated locating and extracting oils found in seabed. We thank Mr Baker for his time and effort in sharing his knowledge in the field. Ask your 5th grader what they learned on Friday. 
• Our first inaugural International Festival was on Saturday. Despite the torrential rain at the beginning of the festival, there were lots of vendors and food, activities and performances that showcased #ISKLUnited. There was awesome fireworks as the night’s finale. Thank you PTA for amazing organization! 

News Letter 11/5-11/9

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: November 5-9, 2018


Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Students will be starting their Nonfiction reading and writing unit.  We will focus on text structures and how these structures help support the main ideas.  Students will read from a variety of informational text, including picture books and articles.  This unit will be integrated with our science unit, this will give students the opportunity to use texts about sustainable energy to improve their nonfiction reading.

Math: Students will finish up Unit 2-Adding and Subtracting fractions.  This week classes will focus on word problems including mixed numbers, addition and subtraction. As we venture into our next unit, coordinate planes, we will continue to review our learning from Unit 1 and Unit 2 in the daily warm ups.

Unit of Study:  We will get started with our Sustainable Energy unit.  Classes started with tuning in activities, which sparked curiosity.  This week classes will have their first science lab exploration, focusing on circuits.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page..

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)

• Monday, November 5-No After School Activities
• Tuesday, November 6-No School-Deepavali
• Friday, November 9-Flag Parade
• Saturday, November 10-International Fest

Highlight - Last Week:
We have completed our literary essay unit.  Students worked hard to show their learning on the on-demand assessment.

10/29-11/2 News Letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  October 29-November 2, 2018 


Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy:
Encourage your child to discuss with you a topic that is near and dear to their heart. Tuesday the students will have 30 minutes in class to research a topic that they already know a lot about. We will then have one hour to draft our first informational writing piece!
Wednesday we will have our on demand, post-assessment for the opinion, literary essay.  This will consist of reading the text, planning and drafting....all in one day!
We will also have our post-assessment for Reading on Friday!

We hear from many parents, how do I support my child in reading anything but fantasy? Well the next reading and writing units are a supportive step in that direction. From now until the winter break students will be immersed in the world of nonfiction (but still have that independent choice reading book!). In fifth grade we ask them to tackle a more complex text and look at how the content is organized, how to decode content specific words, and how to approach a text with multiple main ideas. Since reading and writing are heavily linked, we will also be asking kids to produce this type of writing aligned with our science unit on renewable energy.  As a parent you can support by talking about articles that you are reading, current events, or interesting non-fiction books that you have read (in any language!). Who knows, maybe they will set down Percy Jackson for a few minutes...by choice!

Math:  Subtracting Fractions continues this week as we move into operations with mixed numbers and unlike denominators. Students will continue to develop their conceptual understanding by drawing and labeling rectangular fraction models to show their thinking.

Unit of Study:  The students will  finish our learning on Types of Government, and Responsible Citizenship. Thursday students will have a written assessment on government, followed by the creation of a FlipGrid as a reflection of Responsible Citizenship.
We will also start our first science unit of the year, where students study energy sources and its properties as well as sustainable alternative energy sources.  They will also be participating  in a variety of lab experiences, looking at electrical circuits, energy consumption and conservation. You can support at home by engaging with your child’s home learning.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC updates)
This Week: 
ES Halloween Dress UP Day, Wed Oct 31, School Policy: NO weapons, NO masks, NO scary costumes

Upcoming Events :

• New Event: Bake Sale for International Fest click HERE  for details
• Sat Nov. 10, ISKL Annual International Festival, 4:00 pm - 8:00
• Tues Nov. 13, Deepavali Cultural Celebration Tour,  Temple of Fine Arts. More details coming soon.
• Tues. Nov 20 NO SCHOOL, Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 
• ES Dress Up Days: plan your days in advance click HERE for dates and details

Highlight From Last Week:
What an amazing trip as students climbed a ropes course, wondered about the rich history of Malaysia and of course went swimming in Melaka. You know it was a rich experience when kids come home smiling and exhausted.

A HUGE SHOUTOUT to our parent volunteers who joined us in Melaka. We could not have had a successful trip without you!!!

Children’s Hospital visits sign up doc is >>HERE<<
Our next visit is on Sunday 4 Nov.

10/22-10/26 News Letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  October 22-26, 2018 


Curriculum Information for the Week:
Literacy: Just prior to and following our annual trip to Melaka this week, the students will spend time revising and editing their literary essay on either Marble Champ or Papa's Parrot. This will prepare our writers for our upcoming on demand post assessment next week. We will work closely with the checklist and rubric to do the final revisions and edits on our process piece.

Math:  Subtracting Fractions will begin this week, with a focus on mixed numbers and unlike denominators. Students will continue to develop their conceptual understanding by drawing and labeling rectangular fraction models to show their thinking.

Unit of Study:  The students will continue our learning on Types of Government, and conclude our preparation for the Melaka trip by looking into the rich history of Melaka.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC updates)
This Week:

• Tues. 23 & Wed. 24 Oct: 5DH & 5KC will travel to Melaka. 8:00am departure.
• Wed. 24 & Thurs. 25 Oct: 5CB, 5CC & 5JV will travel to Melaka. 8:00am departure.
• Special thanks to our parent chaperones who are volunteering their time to help us keep the students safe on the trip.
• Upcoming Events :
• New Event: Fri Oct 26, 6:30-8:00, 1st Annual PTA Family Trunk or Treat, click HERE to sign up and see flyer below for more details. 
• ES Halloween Dress UP Day, Wed Oct 31, School Policy: NO weapons, NO masks, NO scary costumes 
• New Event: Bake Sale for International Fest click HERE  for details
• Sat Nov. 10, ISKL Annual International Festival, 4:00 pm - 8:00, see flyer below
• Tues Nov. 13, Deepavali Cultural Celebration Tour,  Temple of Fine Arts. More details coming soon.
• ES Dress Up Days: plan your days in advance click HERE for dates and details

Highlight From Last Week:
The students had opportunities to watch ISKL volleyball and cross country teams compete at the IASAS tournament last Thurs. Fri. and Sat. at our new gyms and fields! 

Children’s Hospital visits sign up doc is >>HERE<<
Our next visit is on Sunday 4 Nov.

10/15-10/19 Weekly News Letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  October 15-19, 2018


Curriculum Information for the Week: 

Literacy: Students are focusing on reading short stories and picture books. We will be reading a couple of selections closely in class. We will then write our literary essays based on these close readings.

Math:  Adding and Subtracting Fractions continues this week as we move into operations with unlike denominators. Students will develop conceptual understanding using manipulatives and models to show their thinking.

Unit of Study:  We will begin preparation for our Melaka trip by looking into the history of the area.

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information:(also see GLC updates)
This Week: 

• Tues Oct 16, PTA Meeting, 9:30-11:30, MPR 3, click HERE to RSVP (helpful for planning purposes)
• Wed Oct 17, HOS Coffee, 9:30-11:00, MPR3 Click Google Reply Form to RSVP click HERE for letter
• Friday Oct 19 RED HAT Free Dress Days for RM 5 Donation to charity

Upcoming Events:

• New Event: Fri Oct 26, 6:30-8:00, 1st Annual PTA Family Trunk or Treat, click HERE to sign up.
• ES Halloween Dress UP Day, Wed Oct 31, School Policy: NO weapons, NO masks, NO scary costumes
• New Event: Bake Sale for International Fest click HERE for details

• Sat Nov 10, ISKL Annual International Festival, 4:00 pm - 8:00
• Tues Nov 13, Deepavali Cultural Celebration Tour,  Temple of Fine Arts. More details coming soon.
• ES Dress Up Days: plan your days in advance click HERE for dates and details 

Grade 5 Specific:

• Tues 23 - Wed 24. Oct - Melaka Trip - 5DH, 5KC  
• Wed 24 - Thurs 25. Oct Melaka Trip - 5CB, 5CC and 5JV

Highlight from Last Week:
The kiddos have a great Social Change Makers Conference on Thursday last week listening to passionate change makers in our society. We look forward to our students’ future contribution as new change makers, and we are also excited welcome more speakers in April.

Children’s Hospital visit started yesterday with our students.There are more opportunities for your child to partake in this great community service. If you haven’t yet signed up, do so >>HERE<<

10/8-1012 News Letter

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  October 8-12, 2018 

Dear Parents,

Curriculum Information for the Week:

Literacy: 
The students will continue read independently using their book club discussions to go more deeply into one book or story to write their literary essay. They will continue to discuss connections, predictions, characters, setting and most importantly THEMES (life lessons). You can support your child by making sure that your child is reading for 30 minutes a day (365 days a year!) at home on a just right book (graphic novels/comics count!). 
During writing, the students will continue to work on making a claim (opinion) about a theme(s) of a short story or novel and provide evidence from the story to support their claim.

Math: 
We continue on with your understanding of fractions.  Ordering, identifying and comparing fractions is just the beginning! Having a conceptual understanding is demonstrated through modelling, either with diagrams or through the use of manipulatives.  This will help to secure the students’ understanding before we begin adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators.

Unit of Study:  
The students will be participating in the Social Change Makers Conference. 
Children’s Hospital October 9:
Dr. Teh Kok Hoi - works at the KL Children’s Hospital as a Paediatrician.
Conference Part 1 October 11:
Janine Williams - volunteers at the CWO (Chin Women's Organization)
Suan Tan - works for WWF Malaysia
Naima Ismail - Community Health Educator at HEI (Health Equity Initiatives)
Siti Kasim - lawyer who volunteers as a legal advocate for Malaysian indigenous people - the Orang Asli
Munirah Hamid - set up and organizes volunteers at the The Pertiwi Soup Kitchen
Ana Popovich - volunteer ‘Trash Hero’ and  ISKL MS student

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page..

Important Reminders/Information:(also see GLC updates)

G5 Melaka Trip Parent Information meeting and Q & A on Thursday, October 11 from 9:15-9:45 am in the ES Community Room. Parents are invited to attend. 
G5 Social Change Makers Conference will be on Thursday, October 11 from 10:30am-12: 30 pm. A list of presenters will be available shortly. Parents are invited to attend.

Band Master Class continues:
Day 1-Flute
Day 2-Clarinet
Day 3-Saxophone
Day 4-Trumpet
Day 5-Trombone
Day 6-Baritone and Tuba
Day 7-Percussion

Highlight from Last Week:
Thank you so very much for attending the conferences either Thursday or Friday. It is so very important that children take the time to reflect on their learning and set attainable goals. Your support is invaluable!

Weekly News Letter 10/1-10/5

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  October 1-5, 2018


Dear Parents,

Curriculum Information for the Week: 
(This is a 3 day week. 5JV will focus on the ISA testing and preparing for conferences.)

Conferences:
This week students will continue to reflect on their learning, set goals and will prepare to talk with their parents during conferences about their plan.  Parents, please plan to bring your child to conferences on Thursday or Friday so they can share all they have done in 5th grade so far. Your child and their teacher will be sharing about their learning and goals.

Literacy: 
The students will continue to read picture books during class and as part of the Home Learning.  Students will go more deeply into one book or story to write their literary essay. They will continue to discuss connections, predictions, characters, setting and most importantly THEMES (life lessons). You can support your child by making sure that your child is reading for 30 minutes a day (365 days a year!) at home on a just right book (graphic novels/comics count!). 
During writing, the students will continue to work on making a claim (opinion) about a theme(s) of a short story or novel and provide evidence from the story to support their claim.

Math:
We have started our fraction unit! Students started with a tuning in, showing what they know about ordering fractions, identifying fractions and comparing.  Students will begin to model different types of fractions as well as adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators.

Unit of Study:  The students have been introduced to various forms of government, focusing on monarchy, democracy and dictatorship.  We have discussed the advantages and disadvantages of these government systems. This work helps us to explore the essential question: How does government affect people’s lives?

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information:(also see GLC updates)

• ISA testing Monday, October 1st and Tuesday, October 2nd.
• Tuesday, October 2-Parent Band Workshop
• Three Way Conferences on Thursday, October 4 and Friday, October 5,
• G5 Melaka Trip Parent Information meeting and Q & A on Thursday, October 11 from       9:15-9: 45 am in the ES Community Room. Parents are invited to attend.  
• G5 Social Change Makers Conference will be on Thursday, October 11 from                      10:30 am-12: 30 pm. A list of presenters will be available shortly. Parents are invited to attend.
• Please complete, sign and return the Melaka parent permission, medical information and emergency contact form by Wednesday, October  3.

Band Master Class continues:
Day 1-Flute
Day 2-Clarinet
Day 3-Saxophone
Day 4-Trumpet
Day 5-Trombone
Day 6-Baritone and Tuba
Day 7-Percussion

Highlight from Last Week:
The new playgrounds have opened! Much more space to run around and wonderful places to just sit and socialize.

Weekly Newsletter 9/24-9/28

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  September 24-28, 2018 

Dear Parents,

Curriculum Information for the Week:

Digital Literacy: It takes a team to support our students as they learn to be educated, digital citizens. We are lucky to have Mr. Steve Katz as a resource for us. It is also important that you are talking with your child (in any language!) at home about the choices they are making online (this includes ISKL email). This week we reviewed with fifth graders on three important topics…
How to keep your passwords private (ONLY share with parents and teachers).
What to do if you come across inappropriate content online.
ISKL email is for school-related items. Students should not be chatting with each other through ISKL email. If you or your child needs support with other online communication options, please talk with your teacher.
Check out Common Sense Media for resources such as Here's the Secret to Raising a Safe, Smart Kid and other ways to support your 5th-grade digital citizen!

Literacy: The students have completed their book club novels and will begin focusing on or short stories. They will continue to discuss connections, predictions, characters, setting and most importantly THEMES (life lessons). You can support by making sure that your child is reading for 30 minutes a day (365 days a year!) at home on a just right book (graphic novels/comics count!).
During writing, the students will continue to work on making a claim (opinion) about a theme(s) of a short story and provide evidence from the story to support their claim. This practice will prepare the students for writing literary essays. 

Math: Students will begin Unit 2, Adding and Subtracting fractions. We will begin our week reviewing vocabulary and tuning in with a variety of fraction stations. These will include equivalent fractions, comparing fractions and ordering fractions.

Unit of Study:  The students will be introduced to various forms of government: monarchy, democracy dictatorship etc. and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these government systems. This work helps us to explore the essential question: How does government affect people’s lives?

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Parent Learning Connection page(also see GLC updates)

• Picture Day is this week Monday, September 24: Individual Photos (Smart-Casual)  Wednesday, September 26: Class Photos (School Uniform)
• Tuesday, October 2-Parent Band Workshop
• Three Way Conferences on Thursday, October 4 and Friday, October 5, watch for your appointment time coming home this week. 
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• Thursday, October 11-G5 Melaka Trip Parent Information meeting and Q & A from 9:15-9:45am in the ES Community Room. Parents are invited to attend.  
• G5 Social Change Makers Conference will be on Thursday 11 October 11. from 10:30am-12:30pm. A list of presenters will be available shortly. Parents are invited to attend.
• G5 Melaka Trip First Parent Information Letter will be sent home with your child on Monday, September 24. Please complete, sign and return the parent permission, medical information and emergency contact form by Wednesday, October 3.  

Band Master Class continues:
Day 1-Flute
Day 2-Clarinet
Day 3-Saxophone
Day 4-Trumpet
Day 5-Trombone
Day 6-Baritone and Tuba
Day 7-Percussion

Parent Learning Connection page
RED HAT LEADERS are everywhere at ISKL! Fifth graders were spotted…
Collecting over 2000 RM for free dress day (money to be donated to charity)
Helping clean up the common area
Being role models throughout the hallway
Choosing to be KIND

Weekly Newsletter 9/18-9/21

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates:  September 18-21, 2018 


Dear Parents,

Curriculum Information for the Week:

Literacy: The students will continue to read and discuss their book club novels or short stories. They are using ‘thinkmarks’ to promote rich discussion about their books. They will continue to discuss connections, predictions, characters, setting and most importantly THEMES (life lessons). During writing, the students will begin to develop skills to identify topics in their reading.  These topics will then be developed into  making a claim/theme statement (opinion) of a short story and provide evidence from the story to support their claim. This practice will prepare the students for writing literary essays later in the unit. 

Math: The students will continue to work on using their basic division facts, extended division facts and dividing larger numbers by multiples of 10, 100, 1000 in order  to prepare them for using the partial quotients long division algorithm and solving division problems with double digit divisors.

Unit of Study:  The students will be introduced to various forms of government: monarchy, democracy dictatorship etc. and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these government systems. They will also work on types of government on their Home Learning Choice Board. 

For more information and ways to support your child please visit the Parent Learning Connection page.

Important Reminders/Information:(also see GLC updates)
No school this Monday 17 Sept. due to Malaysia Day holiday.
After School Activities continue on Tuesday 18 Sept.
G5 Social Change Maker’s Conference will be on Thursday, October 11 from 10:30am-12:30pm.
A list of presenters will be available shortly. Parents are invited to attend.
G5 Melaka Trip First Parent Information Letter will be sent home with your child on Monday, September 24  Please complete, sign and return the parent permission, medical information and emergency contact form by Wednesday, October 3.  
Band Master Class continues:
Day 1-Flute
Day 2-Clarinet
Day 3-Saxophone
Day 4-Trumpet
Day 5-Trombone
Day 6-Baritone and Tuba
Day 7-Percussion

Highlight from Last Week:
Hari Raya Cultural Day assembly and hallway activities were a great success last Friday!
MAP reading and math testing completed.

Reading Buddies

Melati's visit

Here are photos from Melati's visit on Friday.