Back to School Night Thursday, Sept. 14th Michael Raivitch & Kate Feeney MRaivitch@Neshaminy.org KFeeney@Neshaminy.org

Michael Raivitch Former Poquessing Student Neshaminy Class of 1989 Undergrad: Pennsylvania State University Class of 2003 Graduate School: Holy Family University

My Family

Teaching Experience This is my third year teaching 5th grade at Poquessing Middle School. Taught 2nd grade at Ferderbar Elementary. Taught 6th & 7th grade English at Poquessing for 10 years I also taught at Neshaminy Middle School and Lower Southampton Elementary School.

Kate Feeney Neshaminy Grad – Class of 2000 Undergrad: Bloomsburg University - Class of 2004 Graduate: Cabrini College

My Family

Teaching Experience This is my third year at Poquessing. I taught at Oliver Heckman Elementary for my first 10 years at Neshaminy. While there I taught 3rd-5th grade learning support

5thGrade Schedule 8:00 – 9:09 Math or Sci./Soc. Studies 10:12 – 10:27 Snack/Locker Break 10:35 – 11:38 – Reading or Writing 11:38 – 12:41 – Reading or Writing 12:46 -1:16 – Lunch 1:16 – 1:32 Word Language 1:35 – 2:22 – Special 2:25 – 2:55 - WIN

First Day of School

First Day of School

Math in Focus Math in Focus is an authentic Singapore Math® curriculum—with problem solving as the center of math learning and concepts taught with a concrete–pictorial–abstract learning progression through real-world, hands-on experiences.

Math in Focus Things to know: White Binder should come home every day. Over time all papers will be on Canvas and we will move towards a paperless classroom. There will be a lot of information for your child to utilize at home to review, study, or for help when completing homework. Homework Monday – Thursday. Any homework over the weekend is typically just to study and prepare for upcoming test. All homework should be written in their agendas, but will also be posted on the website. Tests: Study for Success paper, study guide at the end of the notes section, about a weeks notice FACT FLUENCY!!!

Math in Focus Things to know: Tests: Study for Success paper, study guide at the end of the notes section, about a weeks notice School to Home Connection – Family Letter 5th grade\Math\Chapter 1\School to Home Letter.pdf

Math in Focus Typical Class: Warm-Up – review of previous skills Go over HW – homework counts towards grade Main lesson/activity – teacher and student led Partner/Independent Practice – chance to work with us for extra help

Math in Focus Useful Websites: Think Central IXL Thinking Blocks Khan Academy Mobymax CANVAS!!!!!

MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADING No more Standards Based Grading (4,3,2,1) 59 and below=F

English (Writing) Class As students enter the room, the homework, daily objectives, and journal entry will be displayed on the board. Students will be given about 7-10 minutes to copy the homework and daily objectives and respond to the journal topic. A few volunteers will be picked to share. Core Lesson

Writing Students will do a variety of writing throughout the school year. The following types of writing are the main focus of the 5th grade writing curriculum: Narrative Biography Persuasive Descriptive Poetry

WRITING FUNDAMENTALS Improve students' writing by providing explicit instruction that focuses on demonstrating why writers write and how writers communicate their ideas effectively

WRITING FUNDAMENTALS Quality Literature and Informational text to provide authentic examples of various genres and text types. (Mentor Text)

Each Writing Unit Mentor Texts (5-10) Benchmark pieces Independent writing lessons Interactive Read-Aloud Lessons and more…

During the Writing Block Working on writing Steps of the writing process that lead to published pieces Quick writes Free writes Partner/Group writing Grammar Workshop

WHAT IS W.I.N????

Parent Conferences Next month information will be sent home regarding conferences. Conferences will be held during the day on Tuesday, November 21st from 7:30-11:00 Conferences will also be available Monday, November 20th from 3:30-7:30.

Together we can be sure your child has a successful school year Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come to BTSN Together we can be sure your child has a successful school year If you have any questions or concerns throughout the year please do not hesitate to email. Mraivitch@Neshaminy.org Kfeeney@Neshaminy.org