Fifth Grade Week of September 30, 2019

What we are working on this week:

Math (Bridges)-

We are reviewing Unit 1 in class and for homework, in preparation for our Unit 1 Post-Assessment this week

Math Homework will be given every day this week.

ELA (Journeys)-

Unit 1 Lesson 4

We are practicing using text evidence to analyze texts.

Students will also be introduced to rhyme, rhythm, and pacing in poetry, and will create their own poem.

ELA Homework will be given every day this week, including reading for 20 minutes.

Science (Mystery Science)-

• Web of Life Mystery 3: Where Do Fallen Leaves Go?

We will begin our experiment to see what helps mold grow, as well as what may hinder mold from growing. We will combine garden and science for this experiment.

Religion-

• Chapter 3: The Holy Trinity

Focus:

1. The Holy Trinity is the central belief of the faith of the Church.

2. The mystery of the Trinity is most fully revealed in Jesus Christ.

3. We profess our belief in the Holy Trinity when we pray the Nicene Creed at Mass.

Social Studies-

• Geography of the U.S.

We are practicing labeling the physical features of the U.S., as well as learning the U.S. regions

Important Dates:

Monday September 30: Students complete their first Art Docent Project. Their theme is ‘Artists Paint the City’.

Friday October 4: Students may bring their pet to school to be blessed by the priest.

Please See Weekly Newsletter for more important dates and announcements