1. Welcome to Open House! Ms. Levine & Mrs. Britt 5 th Grade Olive B. Loss Elementary School Ms. Sparks 3 rd Grade

2. Tonight’s Agenda Our Daily Schedule Curriculum Homework Behavior-P.B.S. Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS)

3. Our Daily Schedule Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:40-9:00 Homeroom 9:00-9:45 Writing 9:45-10:15RtI 10:20-11:05Related Arts 11:05-11:20Snack/SSR 11:20-12:20Reading 12:20-1:15 Science/Social Studies 1:15-1:45Lunch 1:50-2:50Math 2:50-3:00Update Agendas 3:00-3:25Recess 3:25-3:30Pack Up 3:30Dismissal Monday and Wednesday’s schedules are slightly different due to foreign language and talent development. Schedules will be put on our website.

4. Language Arts The Four Blocks Literacy Model Scott Foresman Comprehension Strategies Literature books (class set) Spelling Skills Decoding Strategies Handwriting 6 + 1 Traits DSTP rubric vs. 6+1 Traits rubric Writing for a Variety of Purposes Mountain Language for Language Conventions Fluency Student Selected Reading AR

5. Math Emphasis on problem-based investigations and conceptual learning Units of Study: Multiplication/Division Addition/Subtraction of large numbers Measurement (Data) Probability Geometry Fractions Decimals Percents Basic facts mastered is the key to success in fifth grade Math

6. Math con’t Mountain Math/Daily Math Practice Practice traditional math skills Problem Solving Learning and applying problem solving strategies Expectations Underline the facts needed to solve the problem Show the work in a manner that demonstrates understanding of the problem Write a correct answer in a complete sentence restating the question

7. Science Ecosystems Mixtures and Solutions Motion and Design Healthy Living

8. Social Studies Civics Citizens role in a democracy Bill of Rights Branches of Government State vs. Federal Government History 1850’s to present Economics Market Economy/Supply and Demand Financial Institutions International Trade links countries around the world Geography Mapping skills State locations Regions

9. Homework According to the Appoquinimink District Homework policy, the length of homework for a fifth grader should be between one to three assignments taking approximately 45 minutes depending on the child. Homework Spelling Reading Math Other assignments as needed It’s okay to assist your child with homework but the homework is his or her responsibility. Incomplete or unfinished homework will have to be completed at recess and at home. They will only be given 10 minutes at recess to complete it. Late work will be noted in the Friday folder. Homework can be checked on website: www.olivebloss.org

10. Grading Scale A+=97-100 A =93-96 Exceptional A-=90-92 B+ =87-89 B =83-86Very Good B- =80-82 C+ =77-79 C =73-76Satisfactory C- =70-72 D+ =67-69 D =63-66Inconsistent D- =60-62 F =59 and belowUnsatisfactory

11. Behavior District Code of Conduct Positive Behavior School (PBS) Assertive Discipline WISE OWLS

12. RtI—Response To Intervention RTI is the practice of providing high-quality instruction and intervention matched to student’s needs and monitoring progress frequently to make decisions about changes in instructional strategies. Students that qualify to be part of a small RTI group must meet with their classroom teacher for 30 minutes 3 times a week. While in small group with the teacher, students will be working on skills specific to their need. Students not working with the teacher will be working on activities that foster critical thinking.

13. As your child is reading, check to see if he/she is…

14. Reporting Student Progress Agendas Report cards (3 times a year) Parent-Teacher conferences will be held in November and February. Weekly Progress Reports (Friday Folders) Provides information on classroom citizenship Academic difficulties will be noted as needed Every six weeks, an academic update will be provided

15. Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System Taken for Reading and Math three times a year to provide data on student achievement Students will also be taking an end of year Science assessment Tests are computerized and will provide timely data

16.  We are all looking forward to working with your child this year.  Please visit our websites for important information about each of our individual curriculums.  Related Arts are an important part of your child’s well-rounded education!  If you have any questions or concerns please contact us directly by sending an e- mail, a note or phone call and leave a message. Mrs. Bobik – Phys. Ed. Mrs. Zarzycki – Library Mr. Ciccone – Computers Mrs. Martinenza – Music Miss Fentzloff – Art Mrs. Broomall – SSS ( School Success Skills) The Related Arts Team

17. SSS-School Success Skills SSS is based on National & State Standards for School Counselors and activities will be in three areas: personal/social, career & academic. Through literature, video, use of computers, individual and group work students will learn about topics such as feelings, friendship, decision making, goal setting, problem solving & bullying.

18. Please remember to sign the sign-in sheet and sign up for a tentative November conference.. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at: Laura.Levine@appo.k12.de.us Renay.Britt@appo.k12.de.us Or (302)832-1343 Thank you for coming!