Welcome to Fifth Grade Back to School Night! Please take a moment to read your child’s letter to you! If possible, please write a note to your child and leave the letter in or on his/her desk. Paper and pencils are located on the counter. Please feel free to decorate with stickers if you want. Your child will love it! We will begin shortly!

A message from our PTO! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Br40EbH_KDQ&sns=em

Please sign the following papers and leave on your child’s desk… Confidentiality Form Personal Electronic Device form (optional)

Getting to Know Miss Kramarev Seventh year at Goodnoe Elementary. Previously taught grades 2, 3, and 6. Attended the Pennsylvania State University and attained certifications in Elementary Education and Middle School Mathematics. Master of Education in Special Education from West Chester University and attained certification in Special Education. Dog owner – Bailey Love helping with Running Club, Reading Olympics, and the School Play at GES!

Fifth Grade Curriculum Math Reading Writing Science Social Studies – Mrs. Lawall Specials – Ms. Millen, Mrs. Minetola, Ms. Milliken, Mr. Catalano Miss Kramarev –

Class Schedule 9:00-9:15: Morning Activities/Greeting 9:15-10:05: Math   9:00-9:15: Morning Activities/Greeting 9:15-10:05: Math  10:05-10:55: ELA *Snack – 10:05 10:55– 11:40 : Specials (Monday - Gym, Tuesday - Library, Wednesday - Music, Thursday - Computers, Friday - Art) 11:40 – 12:20 : ELA 12:20 – 12:45: Intervention 12:45-1:45: Recess/Lunch 1:45-2:30 Social Studies with Mrs. Lawall 2:30 – 3:15: Science *Chorus 2:55 – 3:30 on Mondays 3:15 – 3:30: Afternoon Meeting 3:35-4:00 Dismissal Chorus is on Mondays; therefore the periods are shortened on these days.

Journeys – Reading/Writing Program Research based explicit, systematic instruction in the areas of Reading, Fluency, Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Language. The program aligns to the Common Core State Standards Contains high-quality literature, informational texts, and instructional content Reading Logs KidBiz Differentiated online non-fiction reading program

Reading Logs Minimum of 25 books per year Reading Success Tip: (29 books for Exceeding Expectations) 7 books for the 1st marking period (8 books for Exceeding Expectations) 6 books each for the 2nd - 4th marking periods (7 books for Exceeding Expectations) Log needs to be completed nightly Logs will be checked at random Marking period genre assignments (graded) 2 required genres per marking period 4 different genres per marking period Reading Responses (2 writing prompts per marking period) Reading Success Tip: 20 minutes or 15 pages or more per night

KidBiz Differentiated online reading comprehension program Kid-friendly, interesting current event articles Reading & writing activities to boost your child’s comprehension of non-fiction texts 2 KidBiz assignments weekly Goal: 70 Kidbiz articles scoring 75% or higher on the first try

Writing Workshop Students will write daily & learn different strategies to grow as writers. Writing Pieces: Persuasive Informational Narrative Descriptive Letter Writing Journal Responses Research Papers Poetry Writing Process Pre-write Rough Copy Peer Conference Revise and Edit Teacher Conference Publish

Research Project – Explorers Multi-genre question-based research project Stages: Research, Note-taking, Drafting, Compiling, Publishing, Presenting Beginning this fall in Library Google Slides presentation Created during Library class Students will present during CR Ed week

Bridges in Mathematics

Bridges in Mathematics

Bridges in Mathematics Always show all work Homework every night – some assignments span over multiple nights Math help available during recess upon request First in Math Assigned Weekly Username and password Math Moments Great math games (compliments of Mrs. Hills) Graphs Multiplication Division Fractions Decimals Percents Probability Problem Solving

Science Inquiry-Based, Hands-On Learning Experiment Packet Vocabulary Learning Logs 1) Microworlds 2) Matter & Elements 3) Mixtures & Solutions 4) Ecosystems

Learning Log Section in the Binder Approaching Expectations Science Learning Logs Learning Log Section in the Binder Exceeds Expectations Meets Expectations Approaching Expectations Improvement Needed - You exceeded the expectation of 5 factual sentences per entry. - You have included the date, topic, and time in ALL entries. - All entries stay on topic - All entries are strong and well-developed, discussing what you learned -You were organized in your writing and your sentences flowed. - Your sentence structure and word choice are varied. - You wrote 5 factual sentences per entry. - You included the date, topic, and time in most of your entries: 1– 2 are missing - Entries stay on topic. - Entries are written well, mainly discussing what you learned - Most sentences were flowing and organized. - You showed a generic use of sentence structure and word choice. Or... - 1-2 entries are missing - 1-4 entries are missing 5 factual sentences - Some of the entries include topic, date, and time: 3-5 are missing -The topics of the entries are unfocused. -You discussed somewhat what you learned. - Limited word choice and limited control of sentence structure Or… - 3-5 entries are missing - 5 or more entries are missing 5 factual sentences - Most entries do not include topic, date and time: 6 or more are missing - Minimal evidence that the entries are focused on the topic. -You did not discussed what you learned. - Minimal variety in word choice and minimal control of sentence structure - 6 or more entries are missing ** Please Note: If 3-5 entries are missing, then the Learning Log will receive an overall score of a 2 If 6 or more entries are missing, then the Learning Log will receive an overall score of a 1

You Be the Chemist! The YBTC Challenge is a fun and innovative academic competition that engages grade 5-8 students in learning about important chemistry concepts, scientific discoveries, and laboratory safety. Challenge competitions are exciting events that take place across the country, encouraging the collaboration of industry members, schools, and community organizations, as together, they educate students about the value of science education and the role of chemistry in their everyday lives.

Classwork/Assessments Social Studies Curriculum Native Americans Civics/Government Colonies Exploration American Revolution Classwork/Assessments Collaborative Groupwork Discussions/participation Presentations Quizzes/Tests Projects Homework

Social Studies Textbook Online Information on Mrs. Lawall’s website under Social Studies link Website: http://www.eharcourtschool.com/ User name: (Individualized) Password: (Individualized) Click “Login” Click on “Go to Online Book” Explore lessons, vocabulary, and interactive activities

Binders Math Language Arts Science Social Studies The binders are divided into sub-sections for each subject Please help your child to stay organized Daily upkeep is important

Report Cards Standards-based E= Advanced (Exceeds expectations) 95 – 100% M+= (Strongly Meets expectations) 90 - 94% M= Proficient (Meets expectations) 80 – 89% A= Basic (Approaching expectations) 70 – 70% I= Below Basic (Needs improvement) 69% or lower Additional Criteria Time and Effort Completion of Assignments

Google Classroom Each student has his/her own Google Account through CRSD and has joined our classroom Login information is posted on my website and written in each child’s assignment book Log in from home and access files All work saves automatically in child’s drive! Submit assignments through Google Classroom Classwork and collaboration with peers

Logging into your CRSD Google Account from Home Open browser (the browser does NOT have to be Google Chrome) Go to www.google.com Click “Sign In” button at top right *If blue sign in button is not visible, click on waffle and click on Google Drive to locate sign in button Type in email (IDnumber@student.crsd.org) and password (this will be the same password the student uses at school) 5. Click next 6. Click on waffle 7. Click on Google Classroom icon Link to Screencastify Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KypuDc7mfYUfwAcSIhVayVEMSb2AWsPk/view?usp=sharing Link to Guardian’s Guide to Chromebooks: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zc6YEpFsZIcgi7u5OeT2Li-iJdsnUGQ-/view?usp=sharing

Homework Policy Students should expect to have 50 minutes of homework per night Test Folder Helpful Homework Success Tips Missed or Incomplete Assignments Parents will be contacted via letter when an assignment is missing in reading/writing/math. A follow up email will occur if the letter is not returned. Mrs. Lawall will contact for Social Studies The child will usually make up the assignment during recess. If it homework becomes a problem, special activities could be affected. Report card grades will be affected.

Pennsylvania State Standards Assessment Exams April 2019 (Reading, Writing, and Math) Writing: Persuasive, Narrative, Informational Math: Problem-solving, number concepts, logical reasoning… Reading: Reading comprehension, critical thinking, inferencing skills, …

(Walking Tour of Newtown, Arbor Day, and more) Special Events Halloween Parade Meals for the Homeless Classroom Parties March Madness Field Trips (Walking Tour of Newtown, Arbor Day, and more)

Teacher – Parent – School Communication Goodnoe Webpage Goodnoe Website: E-Friday Folder Teacher Webpage: Located on Goodnoe Website You can find useful information, such as… Daily homework Important dates and events Learning Log Experiment titles Other important subject information Teacher – Parent Communication: kkramarev@crsd.org

Classroom Parties Halloween, Winter, Valentine’s Day, and End of Year Please be aware that we have milk, tree nut, and peanut allergies in this room.    

PTO If you would like to purchase a KidStuff Book, they are on your child’s desk. Please send in the payment of $25. Otherwise, please leave it on the desk and I will send it back to PTO.

I would be glad to answer any general questions. Thank You!!! I would be glad to answer any general questions. Thank you for your time! Have a wonderful night!