Curriculum Night 2011 “A Shared Vision”

A Shared Vision Digging Deeper Into 5 th Grade: 'A shared vision is not an idea...it is rather, a force in people's hearts...at its simplest level, a shared vision is the answer to the question 'What do we want to create?‘ Peter Senge Peter Senge

At Caleb’s Creek, we want to create an inviting, respectful, and safe environment where diversity is valued.

Follow me as we take a Glimpse Into Our Classrooms

Take a look at Our Daily Schedule Rotation A 9:00-9:50 Rotation B 9:50-10:40 Rotation C 10:40-11:30 Rotation D 11:30-1:15 (lunch and recess) Rotation E 1:15-2:05 Specials 2:20-3:00

Take a Look at our: Daily, Weekly, Quarterly Assessments Daily Math Calendar Bi-weekly Math Quiz Classroom assessments upon completion of units End-of-Quarter Testing (Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies) Quarterly Writing prompts

First Semester Concepts Math- Place value to hundred thousands through thousandths, multiplying/dividing multi-digit numbers, and fractions- comparing, simplifying, adding, and subtracting. Math- Place value to hundred thousands through thousandths, multiplying/dividing multi-digit numbers, and fractions- comparing, simplifying, adding, and subtracting. Science- Eco-systems and Landforms Language Arts and Social Studies (integrated)- Foundations of Government and key events in the US.

Second Semester Concepts Math- Geometry and Measurement Science- Weather and Forces & Motion LA/SS- Diversity and how human activity has shaped our country and The Economy

Things You Should Know Camp Hanes- March (payment plan/pay online)- Level II volunteer approval. First 30 to submit and be approved. $140.00/student $46.00/chaperone Some kind of fundraiser in works Parent Assist to access grades Family Life (Spring) Absences and Make-up work Binder/dividers

Staying Informed Wednesday packets Curriculum Night PTA Parent/Teacher conferences- Oct. 28 Webpage- check for updates weekly Phone Calls/ Parent Assist (3-6)

Our Homework Policy –Encourage parents to set aside time and a place for study each week that is free of distractions. –Limit the amount of TV –Study with your child (great time to bond!) –Stay in touch with your child’s teachers

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