5th Grade News
Mrs. Burmeister, Mrs. Millonzi, and Mr. Springer
Friday, November 22, 2019
Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
"Be present for all things and thankful for all things."
-Maya Angelou
Our Learning
Literacy:
Our second unit of study has come to a completion in literacy. Our focus was on relationships and what impacts our relationships. The students have held many deep and impactful conversations about our relationships. LDGs are finishing up as well and the kids have loved the selections.
In writing, the students worked on informational articles. We discussed the difference between narrative and informational texts and how they are structured differently. They were able to select a topic of interest to them and write an article informing the reader about their topic. They turned out beautifully. Ask your student to show you their piece of writing. They are very proud of what they were able to create.
Math
Students are in the final stages of studying the various models for division. Fifth grades are extending their learning from dividing with whole numbers to dividing with decimals.
Learning Expectations
- I can solve whole-number quotients of whole numbers with up to four-digit dividends and two-digit divisors using strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division.
- I can illustrate and explain division calculations by using equations, rectangular arrays and/or area models.
- I can multiply and divide decimals to hundredths using models or drawings and strategies based on place value and properties of operations. Relate strategies to a written method and explain the reasoning used.
At fifth grade the standard algorithm for division is not a common core standard that needs be mastered, but with students using the partial quotient models it is a easier transition for students to be able to use the standard algorithm.
Videos
We will begin Unit 3 before Thanksgiving break. This unit will focus on writing and interpreting numerical expressions.
Social Studies
Six Flags Reading Program
Six Flags Reading Program
For completing 6 hours of reading outside of school time, students in kindergarten through grade 5 are eligible to earn a free ticket for Six Flags Great America. The Six Flags reading program has changed to eReading and families will need to go online, enter the classroom code and then keep track of their children's reading minutes electronically. A reading log for you to use to keep track of your reader's progress has been sent home this week. if you choose to have your child(ren) participate in this program, please use your child's classroom code which is linked below.
Your child may begin reading and recording his/her reading minutes any time! Completed reading logs are due by Friday, April 16th.
Please note: Six Flags does not allow 4K students to participate in this program.
Any questions can be directed to Mrs. Krahn, Rose Glen's coordinator for Read to Succeed.
#970-2451 or bkrahn@waukesha.k12.wi.us
Mrs. Millonzi's Info.
Differentiated Math Work
School Counselor, Mrs. Edwards
Every month, Mrs. Edwards, our school counselor, comes in to each of the fifth grade classes. This month the School Counseling Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson addresses the subject of Internet Safety and how to be a good digital citizen.
Remember the Dates
Tuesday, November 26th - End of 1st Trimester
Wednesday, November 27th - No School
Thursday, November 28th - No School - Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday, November 29th - No School
Tuesday, December 3rd - 3rd Grade Concert and Showcase
Wednesday, December 4th - 4th Grade Concert and Showcase
Monday, December 23rd - Wednesday, January 1st - No School - Holiday Break
Contact Information
Nancy Burmeister - nburmeis@waukesha.k12.wi.us
Joelle Millonzi - jmillonzi@waukesha.k12.wi.us
Darrin Springer - dspringer@waukesha.k12.wi.us