1. { Fabulous Fifth Grade [Math] Miss Sherman

2.  We are the 21st century learners  1:1  Probes  Less Paper  Journals  Digital Citizenship  Cooperative learning  Global Citizens Lead 2021

3.  Graphing  Number Concepts (Whole numbers, decimals, and estimation)  Addition & Subtraction  Multiplication & Division  Patterns & Relationships (Analyze Lists, tables, charts, & diagrams)  Fractions  Multiply/divide Fractions and Decimals  Probability  Geometry  Measurement  Personal Financial Literacy Big Ideas This Year

4.  Homework will look different depending on the unit/content  Some examples: Paper/pencil,* math journals, projects, & online sources  Students are expected to know their multiplication tables  Critical thinking and asking students WHY is now happening in math  Textbooks will remain in homeroom desks...If needed will go home with student Homework

5.  Main Platform for Communication  We will also use Google Classroom as a tool for instruction and collaboration  Homework & Classroom work  Planner Information  Edmodo access & Parent 101- GCISD Website or HES 5 th Edmodo

6.  Full Textbook/Student Guide Available on most if not all digital devices  Differentiation in class and online  Avatar Personal Tutor  Interactive Videos/Games/Problems  Can be read to you  Includes videos/visuals for all units. Go Math!

7.  The state requires certain grades to pass the state assessment. (SSI)  Students must pass the test to move on to sixth grade.  Tremendous growth is made in fifth grade.  They exceed our expectations.  They exceed our expectations. STAAR Math

8.  If your child is going to be absent make sure to contact the front office; if not they will call you to check on your kiddo.  If your child is going to be absent make sure to contact the front office; if not they will call you to check on your kiddo.  A note needs to be given to the office when the child returns to school (full AND partial absence)  Students that arrive after 8:00AM or leave early are also required to have a note.  If it isn’t a doctors note, a hand written note needs to be provided.  Arriving late and early releases for personal business are considered unexcused (These count towards state laws).  Contact Kathy Hurt or Jill Hemme for questions. Attendance