Welcome to Back to School Night! Mr. Ryan 5 th Grade

About Myself I grew up in Truckee, Ca. I moved to Elk Grove during 8 th grade. I graduated from California State University at Sacramento. My wife, Tiffany, and I have a daughter, Peyton, who is five, and our son, Oliver, is two. My interests other than teaching are family, traveling, technology, and cars. I have family in or around Elk Grove.

Curriculum

Mathematics * Place value, Multiplication, and Expressions * of decimals and Fractions * Algebra: Patterns and graphing * Units of Measurement * Geometry and Volume There will be an emphasis on multiple ways to solve a problem, persevering, precision, modeling, and more

Science Earth Science Planets and space Weather and climate Life Science The human body Physical Science Atoms and molecules Standardized Test

Social Studies * Branches of the Government *Early explorers *Settling the colonies *The American Revolution *The Constitution *Westward Expansion

Curriculum Physical Education (Mrs. Breton) -Physical Fitness test in May Mile run Strength and flexibility Art Docent Program Family Life Computers

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY!!! (STEM) Robotics and Innovation iPads! Chromebooks/Google Drive Video lectures for Homework (Show Me) Twitter OPT OUT Form Technology

Homework Monday-Thursday Reading Math Writing, Science, or Social Studies Spelling Parent Signatures - grade reports - graded papers

Assessments Report Card grades are based on classroom assessments. Reading Math Spelling Science and Social Studies: at the end of each chapter Writing assessments

Grading Grades are based on the accumulation of points and observation. Points are based on: -Quizzes and tests -Completion of assignments (in class and homework) -Classroom participation (effort) Conferences are on an as-needed basis or during conference week

Field Trips California History Museum Time of Remembrance Community Service field trip followed by bowling Franklin High School Theatre Program IMAX Theatre STARBASE?

Classroom Policies Snack Time (food, not candy) Water bottles Bathroom Homework on board and online Missing homework completed during recess

Joy of LEARNING new things Quality work & clear expectations Modeling by myself AND student modeling Strengths/Improvements/Goals Daily writing & authentic audiences Vocabulary development Daily reading & book talks Problem solving and multiple perspectives Self-assessment Creativity & Higher Order Thinking Skills Cooperation & Discussion Use of technology as a tool to help learn Passion projects Everyone’s unique contributions & strengths Intrinsic motivation Classwork What I Plan to Emphasize

That they love coming to school That they “get lost” when reading books That they view themselves as writers That they see themselves as artists That they realize some problems take time to solve, and are worth pursuing That they develop collaboration skills That they see each other as unique individuals who bring different perspectives That they can work with just about anybody in a positive and productive manner That they feel challenged but not stressed out That they realize if they don’t know or understand something, they just don’t know or understand it YET It’s okay to go out on a limb—that’s where the fruit is They continue to grow into who they are meant to be My Hopes For Your Children This Year

Ways to help your child succeed Talk to your kids about school - see “Great Questions to Ask Kids….” handout Establish regular homework time Check your child’s agenda nightly or as needed Read and discuss the weekly reading selection. Practice problems in math textbook or workbook. Quiz each other on Science and Social Studies concepts. Have backpack packed and any other supplies by the door before going to bed Ask your child about his or her day - “Tell me about something you’re learning.” Encourage your child to do his or her best, ask questions, and contribute in class

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