“The Real Big D.E.A.L.”Open House

August 28, 2018

5th Grade

5th Grade Literacy Instructional Framework

Reading: Workshop Model

There are three components in the Reading

Workshop Model:

1. Mini-Lesson: reading strategy or

skill for the lesson

2. Independent Reading Time: skill

practice independently or with

partner/group, or conferencing

with teacher

3. Closing: sharing and reflection

time

DRA Reading Levels

• The chart above illustrates DRA reading ABOVE, ON, BELOW, and WELL BELOW for grade 5 at each interval.

5th Grade Math Instructional Framework

Mathematics: Workshop Model

There are three main components in the

Math Workshop Model:

1. Mini-Lesson: Math strategy or skill

for the lesson

2. Work Time: skill practice

independently or with

partner/group, or conferencing

with teacher

3. Closing: sharing and reflection

time

Instructional Minutes

Breaking Down Our Day:

–Reading: 70 Minutes

–Writing: 60 minutes

–Math: 60 minutes

–Sci/SS: 40 mins

–Recess: 15 mins

Science & Social Studies

Interactive Notebooks

Hands-on Activities

In Class Experiments

Integrated into Reading and Writing

Online Textbook on

Blog

Homework Policy

Students will record

homework in agenda

every day

Weekly homework

Monday-Thursday

Homework should take

50 minutes PLUS 30

minutes of reading

Reading

30 Minutes EVERY NightNightly Reading Log Due EVERY Friday

Math Practice

EVERY Night

Nightly Practice Due DAILYSpelling Homework

EVERY NightNightly Spelling Log Due EVERY Friday

ELA Homework

1-2 Nights per Week

Science/Social Studies

Homework

1-2 Nights per Week

Assessment Information

In 5th Grade, students will be taking a variety of assessments throughout the school year:

•RI (Reading Inventory)

–Fall, Winter Spring

•ITBS (Iowa Test of Basic Skills)

–Sept 13-19, 2018

•DRAs (Diagnostic Reading Assessment)

–Fall, Winter, Spring

•Milestones (End of the Year)

–April 2019

5th Grade Grading Policy

• Students will receive A,B,C,D, or F • A = 90-100 • B = 80-89 • C = 74–79 • D = 70-73 • F = below 70

• Remember to read the keys on the County Report Cards.

• Be sure to sign up for ParentVue! *Teachers do NOT have access to ParentVue codes*

Engagement at Hayes

• Enrichment Clubs• Beginning in October

• After-School Clubs

• Classroom learning opportunities:• RAZ Kids• Moby Max• Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Program

Core Connections Schedule

• 6 day rotation

• 2 specials a day -- 45 minutes each

• Sample Schedule:

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6

Technology Math Lab Science Lab Science Lab Math Lab Media Center

Counseling PE Music PE Art PE

The Leader in Me – The 7 Habits of Happy Kids

The Leader in Me (TLIM) is a whole school transformation process.

• Teaches leadership and life skills

• Creates a positive culture• Student-Generated and Classroom Mission Statements

• Encourages EVERY child to be a leader.

• TLIM Binders and Class Meetings every month

Behavior... We DOJO!

* Classroom Expectations*

Listen and follow directions

Ensure safety for all

Aim for successDemonstrate kindness

Class Dojo

–Please sign Up and download the FREE app

–Rewards/Monthly Mystery

–Consequences

Parent- Teacher- Student Communication

CLASS DOJO *preferred*

Email Phone

Agendas Friday Folders 5th Grade Blog

Remind AppTeachers will

respond within 24 hours

We Want Parent Volunteers!!!

• Planning Special Events and Fundraising

• Making photocopies, laminating

• Assisting with planned projects in the classroom

• Donations

• 5th Grade Events

Snacks and Celebrations

• Since 5th graders eat lunch early, we do not have snack time as part of our regular schedule.

• For special celebrations, treats may be brought in. • Please contact your child's teacher in advance if you are willing to bring in something.

• Snacks MUST be store bought with nutrition label.

• Reduced sugar and more healthy snacks are appreciated!

• Please make sure there are enough treats for the entire class.

We Appreciate You!

Thank you for taking the time to visit us tonight!

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us!