Major (40%):

Minor (50%):

No Grades this week, STAAR Test is on Tuesday 4/23

*At home have students practice their multiplication facts. Go to Canvas so they can access Fact Monster

Major (40%):

Minor (50%):

Please scan the QR code above to pay your students $10.00 entrance fee.

Please scan the QR code above to pay your students $4.00 entrance fee.

• 4/19: Progress Report Grades Submission

• 4/23: 5th Grade Math STAAR - Closed Campus

• 4/23: RDR Student Meeting

• 4/24: WME Raising Cane's Spirit Night (Flyer Below)

• 4/25: 5th Grade Field Trip - Museum of Fine Arts Houston (See below for more details.)

• 4/25: Choir Pop Up Shop

• 4/26: Choir Contest and Choir Field Trip

• 4/29: Talent Show Try Outs

• 4/30: RDR Student Meeting

Summaries in Notebook

Major (40%):

Timeline

Minor (50%):

This week will focus on The Civil Rights Movement. The movement was an organized effort, from 1954 - 1965, that fought to achieve equal rights for black Americans. The movement began as a fight against segregation in the South and resulted in laws that protect the rights of all Americans. 

Social Studies TEKS:

5.5(A) explain the significance of issues and events of the 20th century such as industrialization, urbanization, the Great Depression, the world wars, the civil rights movement, and military actions
5.10(B) describe how the free enterprise system works in the United States
5.11(A) explain how supply and demand affects consumers in the United States
5.12(D) describe the impact of mass production, specialization, and division of labor on the economic growth of the United States
5.22(B)^ identify how scientific discoveries, technological innovations, and the rapid growth of technology industries have advanced the economic development of the United States, including the transcontinental railroad and the space program

5.5(C) identify the accomplishments and contributions of individuals and groups such as Susan B. Anthony, Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan, the Tuskegee Airmen, and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in the areas of civil rights, women's rights, military actions, and politics
5.10(C) give examples of the benefits of the free enterprise system in the United States
5.22(C)^ explain how scientific discoveries and technological innovations in the fields of medicine, communication, and transportation have benefited individuals and society in the United States

Module 7, Week 2 Station Work

Major (40%):

Minor (50%):

Module 7, Week 2 Assessment

VOCABULARY:

• Critical Vocabulary: outskirts, precious, ransacked, authorities, ruthless, ignited, hybrid, synthetic, exhaust, physics, institution

• Vocabulary Strategy: Review Context Clues

• Generative Vocabulary: Prefixes mega-, sub-; Latin Roots ped, dent

READING WORKSHOP:

• Make and Confirm Predictions

• Central Idea

• Author's Craft

• Theme

FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS:

• Decoding: Unstressed Final Syllables

• Spelling: Words with Final /ij/, /iv/, /is/

• Fluency: Accuracy and Self-Correction

COMMUNICATION:

• Research and Media Literacy: Paraphrase

• Make Connections

WRITING WORKSHOP:

• Informational Text: Research Report

• Grammar Minilessons: Proper Mechanics and Writing Titles

A genre focus on autobiography provides students with opportunities to identify author's craft and theme, and to make and confirm predictions in order to better understand unfamiliar texts. Students will encounter informational text, persuasive text, science fiction, and narrative nonfiction to build knowledge across genres.

As students build their vocabulary and synthesize topic knowledge, they will learn about exciting land, sea, and space discoveries.

ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

What role does curiosity play in exploration?

SCIENCE CONNECTION:

Exploration and Discovery

LEARNING MINDSET:

Questioning

During snack time, students have a chance to refuel and recharge. We give them a quick 5-minute break to enjoy a healthy snack. Please send your student a tasty, nutritious snack to keep their energy up and their minds ready to learn.

• Heat Guidelines:

  • 94 degrees or heat index above 99: 25 minutes max outside.

  • Above 100 degrees or heat index above 105: No outdoor activities.

• Cold Guidelines:

  • Below 32 degrees or wind chill below 30: 25 minutes max outside.

  • Temps below 20 degrees: No outdoor activities.

Elementary students in grades 2-5 may possess telecommunication devices; however, these devices are only to be used for instructional purposes under the direction of a teacher. These devices should be turned off and not visible at all other times during the school day on school property, including on school transportation.

Please remind your child of the risks involved in bringing toys to school—loss, theft, or damage.

First up, on April 25th, we'll be heading to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. Fee to attend is $4.00.

Then, on May 14th, get ready to cheer because we're off to Reckling Park to watch Rice Baseball vs. Texas Southern! Fee to attend is $10.00.

1. Get a good night’s rest. Go to bed early and turn off all electronics 30-60 minutes before bedtime to allow your mind to rest. STAAR tests can be long, so it is important to be well-rested for the day.

2. Be prepared! Have your clothes and school items ready to go early in the morning!

3. Have a balanced and nutritious breakfast to fuel your mind! Don’t forget that all Katy ISD schools serve free breakfast.

4. Arrive at school on time to prepare. Teachers will make sure you have the supplies needed to begin the test.

5. Don’t rush. Be sure to read directions and questions completely and answer each question fully. If you don’t know the answer or response, come back to it after finishing up other questions.

6. Have confidence! Stay positive and try your best, and you will surely rock the STAAR!

   
   

4/23: 5th Grade Math STAAR

Please email your students teacher a baby picture of your student no later than Friday, May 10th. 

Additionally, we are in the process of finalizing all the details for the ceremony. At this time, the 5th Grade Ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 23rd, in the morning. Once all arrangements are settled, we will provide you with more information.

Thank you for your cooperation and support as we prepare for this special event!