welcome to curriculum night 2014-15 *please take a copy of each handout on the table. *if you would...
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Welcome to Curriculum Night2014-15
*Please take a copy of each handout on the table.
*If you would like to volunteer in our classroom please sign-up on the volunteer schedule.
*Have a seat at your student’s desk and read their note and goals.
*Please register on line for the Newcastle PTSA. This will put your name in the student directory and if 90% of our classroom sign’s up, we receive $50 in classroom books! Feel free to use a laptop.
So, what are we going to do with
these 5th graders?
Welcome Parents!
B.S. from Oregon State-Go Beavs! Masters in Elementary Education from U Of
Phoenix Experience includes: K-6 Instruction, Special Ed.,
Resource Room, Instructional Assistant, Girl Scout Leader, and numerous volunteer positions.
I am married and my husband, Scott, and I have a 21 year old daughter and 3 cats.
I enjoy golfing, running, reading, and watching the Seahawks!
First, a couple of things about Mrs. Lundberg…
A classroom that is built on trust, caring, and support.
Recognize positive behaviors-deenphasisize negative behaviors.
Recognize and support each student’s unique learning style-differentiate.
Foster a classroom environment that strives for perseverance, doing your best work, and enjoyment of learning.
My Goals and Beliefs
C.A.R.E.S
C CooperationA AdvocateR ResponsibilityE EmpathyS Self-control
IXL Type to Learn Microsoft Office Laptops & Computer Lab Promethian Active Board Activi Expressions Classroom Website Assorted Tools
Technology that we will use.
What works?*Having an excellent library of both fiction and nonfiction, magazines, books on tape, etc.*Giving students choices in what they read (genres)*Giving time to read*Read Aloud time from teacher*Teaching strategies for comprehension*F & P reading assessment
Reading
Balanced Reading Structure*Making Meaning Program*Direct Instruction in Strategies*Independent Reading*Conferring*Guided Reading Groups*Read Around the World
Reading (cont.)
Read Around the World
Fun way to get kids to independently read Visit countries around the world Students and parents fill out together and
student submits
Vocabulary: Students are taught how to learn words and how to remember words.
Strategies for learning vocabulary include: context clues, root words, prefixes and suffixes.
Spelling: Spelling will be integrated with writing instruction, with an emphasis on application in student’s daily writing.
Word Study
Common Core Reading
Golden Keys
A bunch of golden keys is mine To make each day with gladness shine. "Good morning!" that's the golden key That unlocks every door for me. When evening comes, "Good night!" I say, And close the door of each glad day. When at the table "If you please" I take from off my bunch of keys. When friends give anything to me, I'll use the little "Thank you" key. "Excuse me," "Beg your pardon," too, When by mistake some harm I do. Or if unkindly harm I've given, With "Forgive me" key I'll be forgiven. On a golden ring these keys I'll bind, This is its motto: "Be ye kind." I'll often use each golden key, And so a happy child I'll be.
This is an example of a CCSS reading question.
The theme of this poem is that manners are important. Write a paragraph explaining the key points and use details from the poem to support your response.
Writing
Writing Process: Brainstorm, Rough Draft, Edit, Revise, Publish
Narrative Opinion Informational Lucy Calkins
Factors * Order of Operation Ratios and fractions * Fractions Divisibility rules * Algebra Graphing coordinates * Volume Negative numbers Angles Probability Expanded Notion
Everyday Math
Student Journals (stay at school) Student Resource Book: can be found
on line and is a great tool to use in supporting math at home
Homework: We will correct in class each day. This will be a time when your child can see me and other students model the solutions to problems.
Everyday Math
Common Core Math
Force and Motion Energy Fossils Behavior and Structure of Plants and
Animals Heredity and Adaptations Kate Poster Labs
Science
Social Studies
Geography-Mapping Native Americans Exploration Colonization Revolutionary War Declaration of Independence and
the Constitution
5th graders do a unit on FLASH in the Spring Teachers trained on the curriculum All students must attend the FLASH health
unit and learn about Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS by law, unless a parent attends a district viewing of the curriculum and signs a waiver.
The FLASH curriculum covers reproductive organs, puberty for boys and girls, and HIV/AIDS.
Anchored in science, health , and anatomy
Health: FLASH
5th Grade Mission Statement: 5th graders are leaders by embodying the CARES philosophy. 5th graders will also internalize skills and strategies into habits as lifelong learners.
Yearlong focus Launched with Kickin It with the Kinders Goal: become independent, leaders, and seek opportunities to
help others Hours will be celebrated & tracked in the classroom Form to track/reflect on experiences Different levels of service based on hours served recognized at
Promotion Partnering with PTSA Continuing to model and plan service learning projects at
Newcastle Elementary Volunteer opportunities in the community will be shared
5th Grade Service and Volunteerism
Planners: done each day. This is the student’s responsibility. Help your child make it a habit to check off each item in the planner.
50 minutes/day, approximately: 20 min. reading and 30 min. of math and word study.
Homework will be assigned at school Monday-Thursday.
Work should be neat and completed. Student’s earn an extra $10/week for turning
in each day all homework A graded work packet will come home every
Friday for you to sign.
Homework
Math: handed out each night, Monday-Thursday
Word Study: Handed out on Monday. Be prepared each day with the previous nights work.
Occasional projects
Unfinished class work
Supplemental work suggested by teacher or parent
Homework (cont.)
Standards Based 4=Exceeds Standard 3=Meets Standard (where your child
should be) 2= Approaching Standard 1=Below Standard Numbers do not correlate to
traditional letter grades
Grading
1 2
3 4
The Cupcake Analogy
• Students applied for positions• Each student has a job• Each student earns a weekly salary
and keeps a bank ledger• Mystery Box• Students may spend their earnings on
store items or buy coupons
Classroom Jobs and Salaries
Guided Language Acquisition Design Cooperation, active learning, accountability,
literacy, academic language Visible
Desks in groups Charts on walls
Used throughout the year and across all subjects
G.L.A.D.
Stanford-End of January
Smarter Balance: Math & Literacy (this is online)
MSP- Science (May)
State Testing
Gates Foundation-Mid-October
Writing Trip- Early December
Burke Museum-Late January
Camp-March 2-4
Maywood Middle School Tour in Spring
Field Trips
Volunteer sign-up on the back table Washington State Patrol clearance must be
updated yearly. Opportunities:
Working one on one or with small groups of students during reading or math.
Copying, assembling, bulletin boards, etc.
Volunteering in our ClassroomWe’d love to have you!
Class Choices-a great deal of information will come out in the spring regarding classes for middle school. All classes are self selected, but the district provides recommendations using different scores. I am happy to talk with you in the spring about this.
Advocacy-getting students to ask for help. Presentations-teaching and practicing effective
public speaking strategies. Organization-we are working hard on this. Grading System-percentage/letter based practice
Middle School
Counseling Role: Provide social/emotional and academic support for all students
Support through: Individual counseling, group counseling, and classroom
lessons Contact for student concerns and parenting resources
Also see Connect website and bulletin board outside office!
At Newcastle on Tuesdays/Fridays and alternate Wednesdays – [email protected] 425-837-5817
Ms. Mez (Meserole) School Counselor
5th grade camp sessions following the Principal session
Learn about Camp Seymour, timing, costs, fundraising, chaperoning, etc.
Camp
Communication-How to reach me…
Email: [email protected]
Newcastle direct line: 425-837-5800
Check out our classroom website for upcoming events, our newsletter, and homework.