Mrs. Cayo's Newsletter
An Update from Room 145
Welcome to 5th Grade
In the weeks ahead we will be building our classroom community, setting goals, learning about each other and ourselves and developing routines. At least once each month I will send a detailed newsletter (like this) and when needed, I will send email updates or reminders with important dates and events. Your child will also keep a planner on their iPads starting the second week of school. It is my plan to foster independence and responsibility in each student.
Math
Big ideas for Chapter 1 in mathematics include:
Applying the commutative, associative, and distributive properties to solve problems involving whole numbers.
Applying the order of operations and solve real world problems using all four operations and various strategies.
Literacy
Our first unit in literacy will focus on understanding and comparing and contrasting characters in stories. We will be writing paragraphs using third person and working on establishing routines for reading and writing.
Science
We kick off science by teaching the “12 Processes” that are essential to the scientific endeavor. These are nationally recognized processes and are used in post-secondary education as well.
My Philosophy
As we enter the year together, I want you to know a little about what I believe about teaching, learning, and working together. First, I value the partnership between myself and each of you, my students parents. I will always act in the best interest of your child and invite frequent communication and collaboration as we help them grow and learn. I want the children to learn to think for themselves, listen to others ideas, and learn how to truly collaborate. I will push their thinking by encouraging them to explain their reasoning, find alternative solutions and ask questions. I work to strike a balance between quiet, independent work time, partner work and group work time. In my 21st year of teaching, I am continuously learning and working to get better at helping children succeed. I am honored to be your child's teacher and I look forward to the year ahead.
How to contact me:
I check email and voicemail before school, briefly during my prep time and after school. Once your children walk in the door- my focus is on them. I hope you understand.
Email: kcayo@edenpr.org
Website: edenpr.org
Phone: 952-975-7580