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Mrs. Shelton – 5th Grade and 6th Grade

Anne Shelton — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:45:25 +0000

Our 5^th graders are getting ready to go on a most wonderful adventure to The Pine’s Catholic Camp. We will be learning about Entomology, Orienteering, Archaeology, Forestry, Meteorology, and Limnology. We hope to master the high ropes, canoeing, and so much more!

The 5^th Graders are well into the American Revolution learning about Colonial America.

In Science the 6^th graders have adopted an atom and we are onto Molecules and Bonding.

Ms. Vercillo – Fifth Grade

Beth Vercillo — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:45:33 +0000

It is hard to believe that Spring Break is already here! We have so many wonderful things happening in fifth grade. The students are getting ready to head to the Pines. This will be a wonderful experience for them. I will not be able to make this trip, as I have to attend sessions for my last class at SMU, but my thoughts will be with them. We are getting ready to begin a play, “The Three Samurai Cats.” I will be asking for help with costumes and props, so please let me know if you can help. We will perform this at Young Author’s Day (May 14^th) as well as the Spring Art Show (May 15th). More details will be forthcoming.

The kids worked very hard on their Student Treasure Books; I can’t wait to see the hard cover finished products in May! Please be sure to continue checking the web site since we have so much going on. Also, be sure to keep checking your child’s planner so that you and your child develop a good routine for middle school. We continue to work very hard on behavior and I would like to thank Mr. Goza for his help in the classroom. Have a safe and fun holiday!

Ms. Vercillo – Fifth Grade

Beth Vercillo — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:12:15 +0000

Happy Holidays!

December is always an exciting month with several fun events!

Please be sure to join us for the Christmas Concert on December 17, and the fifth grade’s presentation of the Jesse Tree December 18^th at 9:00 am in the gym.

Religion

This month our focus is on Advent, and the birth of Jesus. We made a class Advent wreath and an individual one for your family to enjoy at home.

Math

The multiplication facts are really coming along! We are working hard on fractions. Students will have math homework more frequently to assist in their learning, so be sure to check the web site!

ELA

Students are working hard on their 3-dimensional Book Reports on the novel, Loser. Their writing has improved so much! We look forward to beginning our Student Treasure Books of poetry next month. Thank you to the Rosa Family for the donation of colored dry erase markers, we use them for color pencil editing!

We welcome any parent to volunteer to assist in the classroom. Let me know if you are interested.

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Mrs. Shelton – Fifth and Sixth Grades

Anne Shelton — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:12:06 +0000

Fifth Grade

In Science, the fifth graders will conclude the chapter on Exploring the Oceans. Our next Unit is to Infinity and beyond! AKA Learning all about our Solar System and Beyond!

In Social Studies the fifth graders will conclude the Unit: The Land and Early People. We will make the smooth transition into Exploration and settlement! Please have your student study the names and locations of the 50 United States along with each State’s Capital.

Sixth Grade

In 6^th grade Science we have succeeded learning the metric system ways of measurement along with the Scientific Method. All students were given a package with all of the Science Fair Project information. If you have any questions, please e-mail or call me with any and all questions. The 6^th graders will also learn and master the General Properties of Matter.

Ms. Vercillo – Fifth Grade

Beth Vercillo — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:00:57 +0000

I would like to thank everyone that donated items and their precious time for the fall carnival! St. Elizabeth parents are the best! A good time was had by all. It’s hard to believe the holidays are just around the corner. Just a few reminders:

Students need a binder to keep all their papers. This will help them be ready for middle school.
Mad minute tests are every week. We will begin fractions in a few weeks and students must know their facts cold!
All announcements, tests, projects, homework, and more are on my web site. Please check it with your child daily!
Reading logs need to be signed nightly. Reading Counts tests begin 3rd quarter.

Language Arts
We are in the middle of our second novel, Loser by Jerry Spinelli. The students have really been enjoying it! We will do a three dimensional book report when we finish the book. Watch for details on the web site. We learned the 49 prepositions and are moving on to the 23 helping verbs. We have also studied the correct use of quotation marks, article adjectives and the use of me and I in a sentence. Our next novel will be Where the Red Fern Grows.

Math
We are finishing up our unit on division and will be moving on to fractions! Remember tutoring is on Tuesdays and Thursdays if your child needs help in Math or Language Arts. Parents are always welcome to attend tutoring sessions in order to better assist the kids at home. A few kids are still having a difficult time with their multiplication facts. Please use flashcards at home!

Religion
November is the moth we study saints. By now all of you have seen the Saint Project directions. I included a rubric so that my grading procedures would be clear. The kids are enthusiastic about learning as much as they can about their saint. I can’t wait to see projects and hear the children’s presentations. In December, the fifth grade will host The Jesse Tree Service. It is scheduled on Dec.18th at 9:00 am. Please arrange your schedule early you won’t want to miss it.

I look forward to visiting with you at parent conferences!

Mrs. Shelton – Fifth and Sixth Grade

Anne Shelton — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:00:53 +0000

In Science, the 5^th graders are wrapping up Their Unit on Earth Science. We will begin learning about “The Solar System and Beyond.”

In Social Studies we are continuing to learn about our Native Americans. The 5^th graders are enjoying learning their current events in their Scholastic News!

The 6^th graders have begun learning about Physical Science. We are learning how to apply the Scientific Method as a way of problem solving. The metric system will be used to make calculations, applying concepts, identifying relationships, and interpreting information. The students are also learning the working knowledge of prefixes and suffixes used in science vocabulary.

Ms. Vercillo – Fifth Grade

Beth Vercillo — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:41:45 +0000

It’s hard to believe we are already heading into the month of October! I want to thank everyone who donated an exercise ball to the classroom. The kids love them and they are a great incentive for good behavior. Please remember to check your child’s red folder and check the website every night.

Math
We successfully completed our unit on place value. We have begun our unit on double and triple digit multiplication. Many of the kids are struggling with their facts. I can’t stress enough how important it is for the kids to know these facts COLD. I have gone light on written math homework so the kids will have time studying math facts. Remember Mad Minute tests are every Friday and do count as a grade.

Religion
We began the year reviewing the Sacrament of reconciliation. The students went to reconciliation as a class this past week. Fifth grade will be hosting mass on October 9th. The kids always do a beautiful job. Please come join us at the school 8:00 mass if you can.

Reading
We are finishing our class novel No Talking, by Andrew Clements. Students will work on a book review project in class. The final project will be due in mid October. Watch the website for due dates. We will be working on comprehension passages over the next few weeks. These passages will give students an opportunity to improve reading skills such as: main idea, context clues, identifying details, and vocabulary. Our next class novel will be A Wrinkle in Time. I know the kids will enjoy this novel. Please keep signing Reading Counts reading logs.

English
We have been working diligently on The Shurley Method, and it shows! The kids are doing really well. We have also spent time journaling. The kids have produced some amazing creative writing pieces! I am so proud of them. Stop by the classroom anytime, we have these pieces hanging up.