Welcome 5 th Grade Curriculum Night September 23, 2014 Mr. DeeMath/Science Mrs. ReedMath Mrs. DunbarScience

Math New TEKS and New ResourceNew TEKS and New Resource There are five objectives in math:There are five objectives in math: 1.Numbers and Operations 2.Algebraic Reasoning 3.Geometry and Measurement 4.Data Analysis 5.Personal Financial Literacy Process Standards Embedded throughout! Process Standards Embedded throughout! Mr. Dee Mrs. Reed

THINK THROUGH MATH Math Homework Personalized Math Program Explicit instruction with meaningful practice Motivation Proven to increase math proficiency when implemented two to three times each week, or about 90 minutes per week. The program provides constant support and immediate feedback, especially in those areas in which students tend to struggle. What is Think Through Math? How can I help my child? Encourage your child. They need to complete and pass 2 lessons a week. Make sure your child has paper and pencil before logging on to TTM Support them and guide them to correct answers. Make sure they use the “Math Coach” option and other tools available.

SCIENCE Problem-based/Inquiry Mr. Dunbar Mr. Dee Areas of Study: Scientific Processes Physical Energy Earth Systems Space Systems Life Systems

When Does 5 th Grade Go? FALL Beck OLC Experience 10/16/ /17/2013 Spring Beck 5th Grade Day 3 4/9/2014

Where can you find the standards for each subject area? You can select the “t” from the a-z menu. Select the “Texas Essential of Knowledge and Skills” Select specific grade level

Websites Beck WebpageBeck Webpage Select Beck Elem. from ‘ select a school’ drop down menuSelect Beck Elem. from ‘ select a school’ drop down menu Access teacher webpages / “Staff”Access teacher webpages / “Staff” Ethan Dee Wes Dunbar Michelle Reed

Thank you so much for spending this time with us! We are looking forward to a great year. Ethan Dee, Wes Dunbar, and Michelle Reed