News Letter 2/26-3/1

Weekly Newsletter Grade 5

Dates: February 26-March 2             


Dear Parents,

Curriculum Information for this Week:

Literacy: Grade 5 students are revising and editing their fantasy stories, using the rubric as a guide. These are process pieces, demonstrating students ability to apply mini-lessons held in class to their writing.  Students have evaluated their pre-assessments and set writing goals in order to improve their skills as narrative writers.

Math: The students continue working on Unit 5: Multiplying & Dividing Fractions. The focus continues to be on conceptual understanding of these skills using a variety of manipulatives and also drawing models to show their thinking.

Unit of Study:  Students will finish up researching of their question regarding at least two body systems and their interdependence. They are creating an interactive project in the science labs and Maker Space to demonstrate their understanding of the systems to show how they interact. The grade level share will be, Friday, March 2nd.

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

Important Reminders/Information: (also see GLC Updates)
February 28-book swap
March 1-Character Dress up day
March 2-Grade 5 photos (wear your school uniform)
Individual photos for new students (wear casual clothes and change into your uniform for class photos)
5DH       10:45
5JV        11:00
5CC        11:15
5MM      11:30
5LT        11:45


Highlight last week:
Break Out Boxes were a great success! Check out the photos.
Chinese New Year Celebrations were fun and educational.
Thank you, all, for your special treats for the Faculty Appreciation Luncheon.