1. We are looking forward to a great year!
Welcome to Fifth Grade!
We are looking forward to a great year!

2. Introducing our Terrific Staff:
Terry Bell
Jessica Determann
Jill Hilbert
Katie Murphy
Jessie Toth
Sherri Curtis
Gabby Hayes
Diana McGowan
Nick Serkes
Towson University Interns:
Katie Bezold, Lauren Dlugnoski, Christopher Kiggins

3. A Day in Fifth Grade Mrs. Determann’s Class Mrs. Hilbert’s Class
Mr. Serkes’ Class
Mrs. Bell’s
Class
8:45-9:00
Arrival
9:00-10:15
Math
Language Arts
10:15-11:00
Science
Social Studies
11:00-12:00
Related Arts
12:00-1:00
Recess/Lunch
1:00-1:45
1:45-3:00
3:00-3:15
Homeroom
3:15-3:25
Stack & Pack
3:25
Dismissal

4. Arrival Unpacking Supplies Ordering Lunch
Organizing Materials for the Day
TRES Pledge
Pledge of Allegiance
Announcements

5. Math On Grade Level Place Value & Decimals
Numerical Expressions & Patterns
Fractions
Measurement
Geometry
Problem Solving
Above Grade Level & GT
Number Systems
Expression & Equations
Ratio & Proportion
Geometry
Statistics & Probability

6. Language Arts Spelling Applied Spelling
Authentic Spelling instruction in student writing
No Spelling tests
Vocabulary
Building Vocabulary
Greek and Latin Roots in multisyllabic words
Writing
Narrative Writing
Opinion Writing
Informational Writing
Reading
Informational Text
Literary Text
Integration of Multimedia
Goal is to Increase in Writing and Reading Stamina
Comprehension
Narrative Writing Tasks
Research Simulation Tasks
Literary Analysis Tasks

7. Science & Health Health Social and Emotional Health
Safety, First Aid, & Injury Prevention
Puberty Education
Violence, Tobacco, Alcohol, & Other Drugs
Science
Earth’s Systems
Patterns in Space
Structures and Properties of Matter
Matter and Energy in Ecosystems

8. Social Studies The American Revolution Building A New Nation
A Nation in Conflict
We the People
Simulated Congressional Hearing

9. Recess & Lunch 30 Minutes of Recess 30 Minutes of Lunch Free Seating
Snack
Students use their accounts

10. Emergency Drills Fire Drills Lockdowns Modified Locked Down
Off Site Evacuation
Reverse Evacuation
Shelter in Place
Duck, Cover, & Hold
All drills are unannounced and will be practiced throughout the year.
Everyone in the building participates including volunteers!

11. Assessments Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT)
Used to measure reasoning and problem solving
Data is used to help with placement in Middle School classes
November 29, 30, and December 1
Website for more information-
Partnership For Assessment of Readiness of College And Careers (PARCC)
Reading & Math
Computer Based, measures progress year to year
Reading and Math testing window is April - May
Website for more information-
Measure of Academic Progress (MAP testing)
Computer Based, Individualized for each student
Measures progress throughout the year and across years,
Data used to aid instruction
Tests will be throughout the year, first testing Sept. 27 & 28
Website for more information:

12. Assessments Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA)
Assesses students understanding of Science objectives covered in 3rd-5th grade
Computer Based
Will be field tested in March
Ongoing assessments to monitor student progress in class
Writing On Demands
Performance Based Assessment Tasks

13. Positive Behavioral Interventions And Supports
Treasured Traits
Caring
Integrity
Responsible
Respect
Treasure Tickets
Retriever Rewards
Behavior Charts
Monthly Gold Coin Celebrations/Goal Setting
Treasure Carts
Monthly Awards

14. Fifth Grade Expectations
Punctuality
Positive Attitude
Prepared for Class
Participation in Class Activities
Responsibility and Cooperation

15. Homework Maintain Agenda Book Math Due the Next Day
Vocabulary is Due on Friday
40-60 Minutes a night
Includes 20 Minutes of Reading
Long Term Projects will follow timeline of due dates

16. Communication Agenda Books Phone Calls Emails Notes Friday Folders
CANVAS
Team Page- TRES Grade 5
Teacher Pages
Conferences
School website:

17. Fifth Grade Highlights
Chorus, Band & Strings
Safety Patrol
Newseum Field Trip
Research Project
Philadelphia Field Trip
Battle of the Books
Simulated Congressional Hearing
5th Grade Picnic
Closing Ceremony
Jill

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