1Aug 31­2:12 PM

Welcome to Kensington5th Grade

Open House

2Aug 31­2:19 PM

Instructional Team

Beth Gallagher­Social StudiesAngela Kolocouris­Math

Monica Quigley­Language ArtsLinda Rocco­Science

3Sep 15­3:16 PM

7:00­7:15­ Introductions in the Kensington Gym. 7:20­7:40­ Parents visit individual homerooms. 7:45­7:55­ Parents visit second period classroom. 8:00­8:10­ Parents visit third period classroom. 8:10­8:25­ Parents visit fourth period classroom. 

Tonight's Schedule

Have fun mingling with families, enjoying the work displayed, and visiting the special classes.  Let your child's Top Ten List be your guide.

If you wish to speak to me about your child's progress specifically, just email and we can find a time for a conference.  

4Aug 31­2:49 PM

Start/Dismissal times:Please do your best to get your child to school by 8:15 a.m. This allows them time to get organized and ready for the

start of class. Class begins promptly at 8:25 AM.

At the end of the day, students are dismissed at 2:45 p.m.

5Aug 31­2:29 PM

Daily Schedule

8:15­8:25 Homeroom 8:25­9:20 Science9:20­10:20 Social Studies10:20­11:20 Language Arts11:25­12:10 Lunch/Recess12:15­1:10 Math1:10­1:35 Spelling/Intervention Time1:35­1:45 Planbook/Check Out1:45­2:40 Specials 

6Aug 31­2:26 PM

Communication:

Communication between parents, students and teachers is important. We can most easily be reached via email (email addresses in packet). Please allow at least 24 hours for us to respond. Notes or messages can also be placed or written in the plan book. If you need to reach any of us by phone, please call the office at (440) 356-6770. We will try to get back to you as promptly as possible.

Please check teacher websites on rrcs.org. 

7Aug 31­2:29 PM

Planbooks:

Planbooks are used regularly in fifth grade. Students are expected to write in his/her planbook daily for every class. This assures that parents are kept notified of upcoming tests, quizzes, assignments and any other special announcements. We do not require parent signatures, but encourage parents to review the planbook daily.

8Aug 31­2:38 PM

Homework/Homework Policy: *Homework is an important tool for reinforcing classroom learning. *You should expect homework daily. *All homework will count for a portion of the students‛ individual grades. *Homework that is turned in late will receive partial credit or no credit at all depending on the nature of the assignment.

9Aug 31­2:42 PM

Progress Book:Grades are posted regularly to Progress Book. Please call the office if you do not know your password. Checking for grades and missing assignments is a valuable tool. If you do not have access to a computer, please do not hesitate to ask for a printout of grades.

10Aug 31­2:45 PM

Classroom Management:

It is our goal to establish a positive learning environment.

Our class operates on the basis of mutual respect. While we ask that all students respect their teachers and each other, we also in turn respect them and their individual differences.

To encourage positive behaviors in class, we use BUGs, an acronym for Being Unusually Good. Students setting a positive example for their peers are given a BUG coupon. Coupons can be exchanged for a small treat or reward on team read-in days.

We also use a “3 strikes and you‛re out” system. If a student needs to be reminded of the same behavior (missing homework, being disrespectful, or being unprepared to class) more than 3 times, a lunch recess detention will be earned.

11Sep 15­3:19 PM

Discipline Philosophy  continued            Notice... Stop and think.            Choose...Make a good choice.            Act...Make the situation better.

Class Rules:  1.  Raise your hand and wait to be called on.                   2.  Respect yourself, others, and all property.                   3.  Always have permission to leave your seat.                   4.  Follow directions when given.                   5.  Be prepared and ready to learn.

Consequences:  1. Warning                       2. Loss of recess or free time                       3. Call or note home                       4. Office referral

 

12Aug 31­2:47 PM

Friday Folders: Graded papers and other important information will be sent

home on Friday in the student‛s Friday Folder (or the last day of the school week). Please empty the folder weekly and return

to school on Monday (or first day of the week).

13Aug 31­2:55 PM

Birthday TreatsPlease feel free to send in treats with your child to celebrate their special day. The treats will be shared during homeroom time

14Aug 31­3:01 PM

Student Check in and Check Out

*Please sign in at the office and get a visitor's badge if you are volunteering in the building. 

*Please remember to sign your child in and out on the sheets provided in the office if you are leaving or 

coming back from an appointment.

15Aug 31­3:06 PM

We will need parent help throughout the year. *Read­In (sign­up sheets on tables­quarterly event)*Salad Bar Lunch (more info soon)*Indian's Opening Day Celebration (Spring)*OAA Ice Cream Social (May)

16Aug 31­2:48 PM

Conferences:Parent/teacher conferences are scheduled for the afternoon and evening of November 10th and morning of the 11th. Please mark your calendars now as this is an important date to keep open! The fifth grade uses arena style conferences for the purpose of allowing parents to meet with all of his/her child‛s teachers as necessary. This system has worked quite effectively. We look forward to seeing all of you on one of those days.

17Aug 31­3:58 PM

Thank you for coming! We look forward to a great year! 

18Sep 12­11:18 AM

WELCOME TO FIFTH GRADE SCIENCEMRS. LINDA ROCCO

SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

LIFE SCIENCEPHYSICAL SCIENCE

Types of ScientistsLab Tools and SafetyDesign ProcessScientific Methods

Earth, Moon, and Sun RelationshipsThe Solar SystemSpace ExplorationUsing and Conserving Resources

EnergyLight and SoundHeatElectricity

Food Chains and Food WebsLand EcosystemsWater Ecosystems

19Sep 15­3:23 PM