1. Welcome to Open House! Ms. Levine & Mrs. Britt 5 th Grade Olive B. Loss Elementary School Ms. Sparks 3 rd Grade

2. Tonight’s Agenda Our Daily Schedule Curriculum Homework Behavior-P.B.S. Delaware Student Testing Program Reporting Student Progress

3. Our Daily Schedule Monday, Thursday, Friday 8:40-9:00 Homeroom 9:00-10:00 Math (Conover) 10:00-10:20Small Group 10:20-10:50RTI 10:55-11:40Related Arts 11:40-12:40Reading 12:40-1:15Six Traits Writing 1:15-1:45Lunch 1:45-2:35Science 2:35-2:25SSR 2:55-3:25Recess 3:25-3:30Pack Up 3:30Dismissal Tuesday and Wednesday’s schedules are slightly different due to foreign language and talent development.

4. Language Arts The Four Blocks Literacy Model McGraw-Hill Comprehension Strategies Literature books (class set) Spelling Skills Decoding Strategies Handwriting 6 + 1 Traits DSTP rubric vs. 6+1 Traits rubric Writing for a Variety of Purposes Mountain Language for Language Conventions Fluency Student Selected Reading AR

5. Math Emphasis on problem-based investigations and conceptual learning Units of Study: Multiplication/Division Addition/Subtraction of large numbers Measurement (Data) Probability Geometry Fractions Decimals Percents Basic facts mastered is the key to success in fifth grade Math

6. Math con’t Problem Solving Learning and applying problem solving strategies Expectations Underline the facts needed to solve the problem Show the work in a manner that demonstrates understanding of the problem Write a correct answer in a complete sentence restating the question

7. Science Ecosystems Mixtures and Solutions Motion and Design Healthy Living * Refer to handout for details

8. Social Studies Civics Citizens role in a democracy Bill of Rights Branches of Government State vs. Federal Government History 1850’s to present Economics Market Economy/Supply and Demand Financial Institutions International Trade links countries around the world Geography Mapping skills State locations Regions

9. Homework According to the Appoquinimink District Homework policy, the length of homework for a fifth grader should be between one to three assignments taking approximately 45 minutes depending on the child. Homework Spelling Reading Math Other assignments as needed It’s okay to assist your child with homework but the homework is his or her responsibility. Incomplete or unfinished homework will have to be completed at recess and at home. Late work will require a parent signature. Homework can be checked on website: www.olivebloss.org

10. Grading Scale A+=97-100 A =93-96 Exceptional A-=90-92 B+ =87-89 B =83-86Very Good B- =80-82 C+ =77-79 C =73-76Satisfactory C- =70-72 D+ =67-69 D =63-66Inconsistent D- =60-62 F =59 and belowUnsatisfactory

11. Behavior District Code of Conduct Positive Behavior School (PBS) Assertive Discipline WISE OWLS

12. What is MAP? MAP – Measures of Academic Progress Achievement tests that help us know what skills and concepts in reading and mathematics your child knows and what he/she needs to learn. Delivered by computer

13. How does MAP work? Questions are displayed on the computer screen. The difficulty of the test will adjust based on how the question is answered. No two tests will ever be the same. It will build a test just for your child! More information to come!

14. RtI—Response To Intervention RTI is the practice of providing high-quality instruction and intervention matched to student’s needs and monitoring progress frequently to make decisions about changes in instructional strategies. Students that qualify to be part of a small RTI group must meet with their classroom teacher for 30 minutes 3 times a week. While in small group with the teacher, students will be working on skills specific to their need. Students not working with the teacher will be working on activities such as fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, and writing.

15. Delaware Student Testing Program March 10th and 11th Math March 15th and 16th Reading

16. Reporting Student Progress Agendas Report cards (3 times a year) Parent-Teacher conferences will be held in November and February. Weekly Progress Reports (Friday Folders) Provides information on classroom citizenship Academic difficulties will be noted as needed Every six weeks, an academic update will be provided

17.  We are all looking forward to working with your child this year.  Please visit our websites for important information about each of our individual curriculums.  Related Arts are an important part of your child’s well-rounded education!  If you have any questions or concerns please contact us directly by sending an e- mail, a note or phone call and leave a message. Mrs. Bobik – Phys. Ed. Mrs. Zarzycki – Library Mr. Ciccone – Computers Mrs. Martinenza – Music Miss Fentzloff – Art Mrs. Moody – Phys. Ed. 2 The Related Arts Team

18. Please remember to sign the sign-in sheet and sign up for a tentative November conference.. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: Laura.Levine@appo.k12.de.us Renay.Britt@appo.k12.de.us Or (302)832-1343 Thank you for coming!