1. Mrs. Current 5th grade Brill Elementary Open House
Mrs. Current’s Class
Brill Elementary
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Mrs. Current 5th grade Brill Elementary Open House

2. ARRIVE AT 7:50A.M. Enrichment begins with math and vocabulary warm ups
It is important to be here everyday.
Please call the office if your child is out sick.
Please send a note with your child when he/she returns.
Students are responsible for asking for the make- up work.
Tardy bell rings at 8:15 but please come earlier.

3. Schedule Lunch/recess P.E. and Music * Monday - PE 11:30a
* Tuesday - Art 10:45a
* Wednesday – PE 10:45a
* Thursday – Music/PE 8:25a – 9:55a
* Friday - Music 10:45a
Lunch/recess
12:10-12:40/12:40-1:10

4. Communication
The best way to reach me is by sending me a message through Dojo or via at I check my daily and will do my best to respond within 24 hours.
If you have an urgent message for us, please call the Brill office.

5. Conference Time *Monday 11:30a *Tuesday/Wednesday 10:45a
The 5th grade conference time: is during specials each day:
*Monday 11:30a
*Tuesday/Wednesday 10:45a
* Friday 10:45a
Please to schedule a time to meet with us.

6. they are a valuable source
Utilize our websites –
they are a valuable source
Contact information
Website links
Reading Log/Spelling words and contract/weekly agenda
Parent information (FAQ)
Upcoming tests/quizzes
Homework

7. Goals for Our Fifth Graders
Be responsible for their work, study habits, and discipline
Be honest, respectful, stay positive and try hard
Develop strong character so others will see them as respected individuals
Good listening leads to good learning
Develop good organization which will carry them through high school

8. Power Hour
All students spend this time participating either in small teacher-led groups or working independently on different activities in all content areas.
Independent Activities – computer work, reading, writing, math warm-ups, research, projects, Google classroom, etc.
This is a great time for enrichment, to catch up, questions about homework, to get ahead, Stride Academy, or read a book.
Explain what students will be required to learn/do in math this year.

9. STAAR Tests In 5th grade, Math and Reading must be passed for student to be promoted to 6th grade. Math March 28th Reading March 29th Science May 9th
On this slide explain what assessments your students are required to take such as GMADE, GRADE, DIBELS, or other standardized tests. You might also want to include some information about spelling tests or other weekly tests.

10. Encourage
Ask your child what they learned today.
Talk with and listen to your child.
Review papers that come home in Tuesday folder.
Allow your child the freedom to make and learn from their own mistakes
Monitor homework
Assist in development of good study habits and organization