Grade 5

English And Language Arts

Students will continue to expand their reading and writing skills, be able to identify parts of a sentence, and parts of speech. Students will build skills for paragraph writing and exploring sensory details. Students continue to work on reading vocabulary, decoding, comprehension, reference, study and literature skills. Students are continuing to increase their volume of independent reading for appreciation of literature and enjoyment. They are also challenged to polish their speaking and listening skills.

 

History & Social Studies

Fifth graders are introduced to exploration and the founding of America. Students collaborate to study the geography, natural resources and diversity of cultures that provided so much of the richness we know today. They will continue to discover the American Indians and their influence on American culture and history. Students will gain a better understanding of the causes and effects of the American Revolution. They continue in their historical journey with the struggles and triumphs of a new Nation.

 

Mathematics

Students will build a mastery of skills using a curriculum that emphasizes conceptual understanding. Students will compute, perform calculations, solve problems, create expressions and make decisions based on logic and reasoning. The mastery of basic concepts allows students the freedoms to problem solve and interpret results. The mathematical content is taught in a repetitive fashion using a variety of skills in an interesting way.

Religion Studies

Fifth grade religion students learn about the life and teachings of Jesus. They study the seven sacraments as sacred signs as well as celebrations. The students study the liturgical lessons of Advent and Lent and how to locate passages of Scripture in the Bible. There is a strong family life component in which students are introduced to the male and female reproductive systems. They also learn the changes and challenges that they will experience during puberty. The importance of living your faith as opposed to just studying it is emphasized.

 

Science

Fifth grade science is based on physical, life, and earth sciences. We study the elements and their combinations, plants and animals, water, land, oceans, the sun, and the solar system. All areas are covered through investigation and experimentation.

 

Foreign Language - Spanish

Spanish class begins with greetings, prayers, and today’s weather and date. Students review colors, alphabet, numbers, months of the year, days of the week, seasons, and body parts as warm up. Students learn new vocabulary weekly and perform oral and written activities using a workbook. Students continue to focus on spelling, developing sentences, and carrying on conversations. Students will read in Spanish, for comprehension and pronunciation; they will write in Spanish, focusing on grammar and proper usage. Assessment is based on weekly tests, vocabulary quizzes, daily class work, homework, and participation in class.

 

Students

Homework assignments, links to useful websites, and photos can be found on this page. Students can use the Classes button to the right to find their homework and other assignments. Click on the links to access the various websites we use in class and for homework assignments. 

 

Parents

Parents can also access homework and links. Feel free to email any of your students' teachers using the Staff button.