5th Grade Welcomes you to “Meet the Teacher Night”

5th Grade TeachersMr. Easteadt Reading Language arts Math Science

Mrs. Mancias Reading Language arts Math Science

Mrs. Austerberry Reading Language arts Math Social Studies

Mrs. Ward Reading Language arts Math Social Studies

Mrs. Jones

Reading Language

arts Math

Reading“Treasures” (Macmillian/McGraw-Hill)This program is meeting the many language\reading needs of

the district. This updated version includes reading, vocabulary, spelling and grammar skills. It is aligned to state standards and will ensure that all Wilson students are receiving the same level of excellent instruction.

Guided Reading Flexible groups F & P testing, fluency testing, benchmarks Focus on Reading Strategies Various book genres Novels HOMEWORK:Reading-15 minutes, minimum of three nights

a week complete Log Sheets and return to school on designated day.

Language Skills & Spelling Grammar Capitalization,

punctuation Vocabulary Spelling These pieces are

incorporated into the complete “Treasures” program. Skills are taught in context, practiced, applied, and evaluated.

Writing Writing Process used to develop:

Sentences and paragraphs Narrative, informative, persuasive Essays Letters Poems Writing promptsOnce again these pieces are all part

of the comprehensive “Treasures” program. Skills are taught, practiced , applied and assessed based upon rubrics and the state standards which align to the PSSA test in Spring.

Switching Middle school

concept Math Social studies and science

Math Envision Common Core Edition Emphasis on mastery Emphasis on practices (habits of mind needed

to be successful, i.e. perseverance in problem solving) as well as content and skills

Building a solid foundation in elementary school in numbers and operations

Emphasis on students being ‘users’ of mathematics – not just how to do the math, but why you are doing the math

Cross discipline problem solving; emphasis on modeling

Science Embryology STC (Science and

Technology Concepts) is the new inquiry based science program

Motion and Design

Animal Studies Animal

Adaptations

Social Studies 8 Strands of Social

Studies Regions of the

United States The 50 States Colonization Events Leading to

the Revolutionary War

Government Geography Skills

Don’t let negative publicity create doubt in our public educational system. Common Core is making your child smarter and ready for life after high school.

Homework: What to Expect

Spelling homework and tests Vocabulary homework and quizzes Science/SS varies Reading- 3 times a

week Math – daily Agenda book should be used daily

Assignment and assessment grades can be viewed in your child’s Skyward account. A link can be found on the Wilson School District Website. Your username and password information should have been mailed to your home. Contact the office if you need this information.

Service project

Landis Valley This is a trip

to a historic Pennsylvania German village

Class Trips

Be on the lookout for…

Friday folder Reminder e-mails Need Homework? Visit your

homeroom teacher’s webpage Common Core state test dates

Reading/Writing (April Math (April

Thank You For Coming

Please feel free to visit your child’s homeroom

Respond to note from your child You will need clearances if you plan

to volunteer Be sure to complete the green slip of

paper on you child’s desk