2. MRS. ROMEO West Deptford 16 years 14 classroom, 2 years Literacy Coach Serve on the Intervention and Referral Service Team 5 th grade team leader married mom of two active children(age 6 & 8)baseball, soccer, gymnastics, and Girl Scouts family enjoys spending time at the Jersey Shore, the Poconos and in our backyard! Two important things about me: I get it! I love what I do! MRS. ROMEO West Deptford 16 years 14 classroom, 2 years Literacy Coach Serve on the Intervention and Referral Service Team 5 th grade team leader married mom of two active children(age 6 & 8)baseball, soccer, gymnastics, and Girl Scouts family enjoys spending time at the Jersey Shore, the Poconos and in our backyard! Two important things about me: I get it! I love what I do!

4. Homeroom Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Period 6 Period 7 Period 8 Homeroom Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Period 6 Period 7 Period 8 Silent Reading Lang. Arts Special Lang. Arts Math Recess/Lunch Math SS/Science Activities Silent Reading Lang. Arts Special Lang. Arts Math Recess/Lunch Math SS/Science Activities

5. Time: Period 7 A.Geography/ Map Skills 1. World Map 2. Geographical Terms 3. North America Map 4. Explorers B.History 1. Colonization of Southern, Middle, and New England Colonies 2. Events leading to the Revolutionary War 3. The Revolutionary War 4. Forming of a new government- Declaration and Constitution A.Geography/ Map Skills 1. World Map 2. Geographical Terms 3. North America Map 4. Explorers B.History 1. Colonization of Southern, Middle, and New England Colonies 2. Events leading to the Revolutionary War 3. The Revolutionary War 4. Forming of a new government- Declaration and Constitution Organization- Folder, notebook, and computer files will be used to save papers and information. Organization- Folder, notebook, and computer files will be used to save papers and information.

6. Time: Period 7 Areas of study include- 1.Scientific Method: small experiments completed to practice following the steps 2.Ecosystems: create an aquarium and terrarium to form an ecocolumn, grow plants, observe animals, student pollutants, pollute designated ecocolumns (Clear soda bottles, please ) 3. Space Science: explore the earth, moon, and sun- skills include measuring, predicting, estimation 4. Properties of Matter: volume, mass, & density Organization- Folder, notebook, and computer files will be used to save papers and information. Areas of study include- 1.Scientific Method: small experiments completed to practice following the steps 2.Ecosystems: create an aquarium and terrarium to form an ecocolumn, grow plants, observe animals, student pollutants, pollute designated ecocolumns (Clear soda bottles, please ) 3. Space Science: explore the earth, moon, and sun- skills include measuring, predicting, estimation 4. Properties of Matter: volume, mass, & density Organization- Folder, notebook, and computer files will be used to save papers and information.

7. Time: morning (Periods 1 and 3) Reading Street – year 3 This program encompasses- Reading, Writing, Spelling, and Grammar. Reading Street – year 3 This program encompasses- Reading, Writing, Spelling, and Grammar.

8. 1.Anthology offers complex short stories which focus on comprehension skills and strategies 2.Stories will be read with guided instruction as a whole group or small group, or independently 3.Leveled readers (below level, on level, above level) 4.A variety of genres – fiction and nonfiction 5.Emphasis on fluency, expression, phrasing, vocabulary, comprehension and written responses to literature 6.Assessment after each story 7. Renaissance Learning- Star Assessment to benchmark Accelerated Reader- 8. Read at home! It is the most important thing we can do for our children academically! We have to show children we value reading by doing it ourselves! We make time for things we value. 1.Anthology offers complex short stories which focus on comprehension skills and strategies 2.Stories will be read with guided instruction as a whole group or small group, or independently 3.Leveled readers (below level, on level, above level) 4.A variety of genres – fiction and nonfiction 5.Emphasis on fluency, expression, phrasing, vocabulary, comprehension and written responses to literature 6.Assessment after each story 7. Renaissance Learning- Star Assessment to benchmark Accelerated Reader- 8. Read at home! It is the most important thing we can do for our children academically! We have to show children we value reading by doing it ourselves! We make time for things we value.

9. 2.Writing Lessons: a. Learn something new about writing b. Look at samples of quality writing (notice) c. Practice it in our writing (imitate) d. Share what we’re proud of (celebrate) 3. Grammar Lessons 4. Vocabulary & Word Study (Greek/Latin roots, affixes, etc)) 5. Sentence Structure 2.Writing Lessons: a. Learn something new about writing b. Look at samples of quality writing (notice) c. Practice it in our writing (imitate) d. Share what we’re proud of (celebrate) 3. Grammar Lessons 4. Vocabulary & Word Study (Greek/Latin roots, affixes, etc)) 5. Sentence Structure 1.Types of Writing a. Narrative b. Opinion c. Compare/ Contrast d. Nonfiction e. Poetry 1.Types of Writing a. Narrative b. Opinion c. Compare/ Contrast d. Nonfiction e. Poetry

10. All spelling work is to be completed in spelling composition book. Spelling tests will be kept in a separate book. -Lessons will concentrate on the pronunciation, usage, and spelling pattern -Phonics based -Homework practice throughout the week -Test on Friday (or at the end of a story) All spelling work is to be completed in spelling composition book. Spelling tests will be kept in a separate book. -Lessons will concentrate on the pronunciation, usage, and spelling pattern -Phonics based -Homework practice throughout the week -Test on Friday (or at the end of a story)

11. Advanced Math: Curriculum is aligned with Common Core standards. We will progress through 5 th grade standards at a faster pace, while incorporating 6 th grade standards. During the fourth marking period, our focus will be primarily 6 th grade standards. Strong emphasis on organization and accountability Content includes : place value, multiplication, division, decimals, order of operations, fractions, units of measure, volume, graphing, and geometry Advanced Math: Curriculum is aligned with Common Core standards. We will progress through 5 th grade standards at a faster pace, while incorporating 6 th grade standards. During the fourth marking period, our focus will be primarily 6 th grade standards. Strong emphasis on organization and accountability Content includes : place value, multiplication, division, decimals, order of operations, fractions, units of measure, volume, graphing, and geometry

12. Practice and Assessment: 1.Quizzes/Assessments throughout units 2.Chapter Tests- class review 3.Homework practice daily. A weekly homework grade will be entered into Power Teacher. *Binder Sign Off Sheet counts as a grade 4.Online Tools: Reflex Math, Ten Marks, Accelerated Math, tutorials 5.Benchmark Tests: Renaissance Learning Link It Practice and Assessment: 1.Quizzes/Assessments throughout units 2.Chapter Tests- class review 3.Homework practice daily. A weekly homework grade will be entered into Power Teacher. *Binder Sign Off Sheet counts as a grade 4.Online Tools: Reflex Math, Ten Marks, Accelerated Math, tutorials 5.Benchmark Tests: Renaissance Learning Link It

13. GYM: Twice a week (Day 1 and 2 all year)with Mr. Burke. Health- one marking period MUSIC: ½ a year ART : ½ a year *our class has Art with Ms. Karpinski now Applied Technology (4) : one marking period each Engineering Design, Digital Design (3D printers), Intro to Coding, SPanish *D.A.R.E- 10 meetings GYM: Twice a week (Day 1 and 2 all year)with Mr. Burke. Health- one marking period MUSIC: ½ a year ART : ½ a year *our class has Art with Ms. Karpinski now Applied Technology (4) : one marking period each Engineering Design, Digital Design (3D printers), Intro to Coding, SPanish *D.A.R.E- 10 meetings

14. Activities After school clubs from 2:55-3:35; Mrs. Trampe will be contacting you with club dates Late buses are provided Band with Mr. Greene Choir with Mrs. Daly **Encourage your child to get involved!!** Activities After school clubs from 2:55-3:35; Mrs. Trampe will be contacting you with club dates Late buses are provided Band with Mr. Greene Choir with Mrs. Daly **Encourage your child to get involved!!**

15. Written on back board daily Student’s responsibility to copy everything teacher writes Homework checked daily Homework Incentive Chart- a stamp is received if all homework is complete. It acts as a homework pass once it is full. Plan to spend about 30 minutes each night on homework. Written on back board daily Student’s responsibility to copy everything teacher writes Homework checked daily Homework Incentive Chart- a stamp is received if all homework is complete. It acts as a homework pass once it is full. Plan to spend about 30 minutes each night on homework.

16. Dehart’s Walk to pick pumpkins Historic Philadelphia Heritage’s Walk- end of year picnic Dehart’s Walk to pick pumpkins Historic Philadelphia Heritage’s Walk- end of year picnic

17. A.Organization -Folder/notebook for most subjects. We will usually clean out folders together in class at the start of a new marking period. -Take Home Folder (school info, handouts) -Agenda Book: Please check daily and sign on Friday. I will circle/ stamp an assignment if it wasn’t completed -Sign self-reflection on Fridays -Sign and return all graded papers. A.Organization -Folder/notebook for most subjects. We will usually clean out folders together in class at the start of a new marking period. -Take Home Folder (school info, handouts) -Agenda Book: Please check daily and sign on Friday. I will circle/ stamp an assignment if it wasn’t completed -Sign self-reflection on Fridays -Sign and return all graded papers.

18. B. Behavior Modification -Dot cards: Dots are awarded for positive behaviors! -Consequences include teaching warning, recess detention, parent phone call or note sent home. In severe cases, administration will handle consequences. -Behavior modification methods may change throughout the year to keep kids motivated. B. Behavior Modification -Dot cards: Dots are awarded for positive behaviors! -Consequences include teaching warning, recess detention, parent phone call or note sent home. In severe cases, administration will handle consequences. -Behavior modification methods may change throughout the year to keep kids motivated.

19. C. Report Cards- November 16th D.Conferences- -December 7-10th -Parent, teacher, and child participation -Goal of this conference style is to make students responsible for their learning -Forty-five minute time slots. Plan accordingly! You will sign up for a conference online. *Please be sure I have a current email address before you leave tonight! C. Report Cards- November 16th D.Conferences- -December 7-10th -Parent, teacher, and child participation -Goal of this conference style is to make students responsible for their learning -Forty-five minute time slots. Plan accordingly! You will sign up for a conference online. *Please be sure I have a current email address before you leave tonight!

20. D. Make-up work -If absent for one day, your child can complete make- up work when he/she returns to school. -Long term absences call Guidance office to request work - Ms. Beck, 5 th grade counselor -Call Attendance Office to report absences D. Make-up work -If absent for one day, your child can complete make- up work when he/she returns to school. -Long term absences call Guidance office to request work - Ms. Beck, 5 th grade counselor -Call Attendance Office to report absences

21. E. Lockers -Locks will be sold starting next week - $5 and must be purchased from school -Please practice combination at home with your child (right, left, right ) -Lockers will be assigned the last week of September E. Lockers -Locks will be sold starting next week - $5 and must be purchased from school -Please practice combination at home with your child (right, left, right ) -Lockers will be assigned the last week of September

22. F. Laptops - Must be charged every night at home and brought to school every day in the school issued bag - Used as a learning tool by your WDMS student, not a toy F. Laptops - Must be charged every night at home and brought to school every day in the school issued bag - Used as a learning tool by your WDMS student, not a toy

23. Birthdays! We celebrate birthdays in 5 th grade, however we are going to try something different... Rather than food, let’s try: -A solid colored t shirt for classmates to sign -Poster board for messages to your child -A favorite book to be signed by classmates Birthdays! We celebrate birthdays in 5 th grade, however we are going to try something different... Rather than food, let’s try: -A solid colored t shirt for classmates to sign -Poster board for messages to your child -A favorite book to be signed by classmates

24. This is a transitional year for your child. A strong emphasis will be placed on responsibility, organization, cooperation, and independence. TOGETHER, we will be your child’s biggest supporters as they venture on this middle school journey! This is a transitional year for your child. A strong emphasis will be placed on responsibility, organization, cooperation, and independence. TOGETHER, we will be your child’s biggest supporters as they venture on this middle school journey! Please Keep in Mind…

25. Phone: 848-1200 phone ext. 3026 Email: dromeo@wdeptford.k12.nj.us dromeo@wdeptford.k12.nj.us This information is available on the class Weebly (website). www.romeowdms.weebly.com Phone: 848-1200 phone ext. 3026 Email: dromeo@wdeptford.k12.nj.us dromeo@wdeptford.k12.nj.us This information is available on the class Weebly (website). www.romeowdms.weebly.com Contact me… **Please feel free to contact me by phone, email, or letter if you have any questions or concerns. Contact me… **Please feel free to contact me by phone, email, or letter if you have any questions or concerns.

26. Our Class

27. Before you leave tonight: 1.Write a Motivating Message to your child 2. See the Help Wanted sign up 3.Be sure I have your email address 4.Visit your child’s math teacher 5.Complete the Parent Night Quiz 6.Stop by the cafeteria 7. Take ALL papers home from your child’s desk