Welcome to Curriculum Night Mrs. Appleford’s 5 th Grade

Meet Mrs. Appleford

Curriculum Overview

Mathematics Investigations in Number, Data and Space and Scott Foresman Addison Wesley Math textbook * Combines two different programs to encompass both the problem solving, hands-on application approach along with a traditional textbook, and practice resource. Skills focused on: Problem Solving Strategies “Problem of the Day” Place Value and Number Sense Integers Statistics and Data Analysis Probability Multiplication / Division Vertex Edge Graphs Decimals / Fractions Percents Geometry Measurement Patterns, Algebra and Functions

Reading and Language Arts Harcourt Trophies Question of the Day /Daily Language Practice Vocabulary Grammar and Spelling Guided Comprehension Weekly Assessments Independent Reading Literacy Workstations Writing / Writer’s Workshop Six-Trait Writing Ideas Organization Voice Word Choice Conventions Sentence Fluency Additional Activities Read Aloud –Model Reading Sustained Silent Reading Book Reports 3 rd Grade Reading Buddies Handwriting

Health HHuman Body Systems NNutrition /Food Pyramid BBeing a Wise Consumer KKeeping Fit & Active LLegal & Illegal Drugs TTobacco & Alcohol HHuman Growth and Development

Social Studies / Science Mrs. Snyder and I will be switching classes for Science and Social Studies. I will teach be teaching each class the Social Studies Units, and Mrs. Snyder will be teaching each class the Social Studies Curriculum.

Science HHuman Body EEarth and Space BBiomes FForce and Motion MMatter and Energy

Social Studies  Geography  Government (Constitution Day)  Early Americans  Explorers  Colonies  Revolutionary War

Technology Kyrene Teaches with Technology Program (KTTP) 6 wireless laptops and projector Grades posted on-line Document Camera Smart Board and Smart Notebook Computer Lab Student WebPages Blackboard-online assignments and resources (coming soon) Research and Multi-media Presentations

Classroom Expectations & Procedures

Subject Folders & Homework Folder Colored Subject Folders This year we are using 4 different colored 3-Subject w/pockets Spiral Notebooks. We will be using them to take notes, write examples and practice what we have learned in class. –Reading (Red) Separated into Reading, Grammar, and Word Study –Math (Blue) Separated into Definitions/Examples, Practice, and Problem Solving Strategies –Science /Health (Green) –Geography/Soc. Studies (Black) Student Homework Agenda –Each student should have their own homework agenda/calendar. The website also has the weekly assignments and any current book report or project information.

Rules/Expectations Follow the 6 Pillars of Character Counts! Rewards –Class Reward Bingo –Team Points –Class Points Celebration –Extra “Friday Fun” Recess –Principal’s Lunch –Character Counts Consequences –Warnings-card turned - Time-Outs – /Call home –Loss of Friday Fun/Recess –Office Referral

Homework Math: one - two practice pages Mon. – Thurs. Spelling: Monday-Thursday (Spelling Choices) (Spelling Choices) Reading-20 minutes each night, with 5 of those minutes out loud for fluency Quarterly book reports based on different genres and literary elements Grammar and Vocabulary – twice a weekVocabulary Additional homework/ projects can be expected occasionally along with social studies or health Please or send a note if your child is unable to complete their homework assignments

Classroom Webpage Genesis Grade Book information Daily Homework and Due Dates Spelling and Vocabulary Lists On-line Math Book Link Newsletters (I also these home) Book Report information and rubrics Classroom Procedures Instructional Links Blackboard on-line assignments and resources

Upcoming Field Trips / Projects Field Trips: Halle Heart Center (Fall) Akimel A-al Middle School Visit (Spring) AZ Science Center (Spring) Possible Projects: Poetry PowerPoint and Book Wax Museum Poster / Exhibit Book Report Projects

Contact Information Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to a great year with your children! I have created a new Parent Distribution list and will be forwarding school notices and newsletters to you electronically, unless you request a hard copy. Voice mail School office