Welcome

5^th Grade Curriculum Night

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PLEASE WRITE:

YOUR CHILD’S FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, CLASS AND YOUR NAME

IN THE CHAT FOR ATTENDANCE PURPOSES!

Agenda

PLEASE WRITE:

YOUR CHILD’S FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, CLASS AND YOUR NAME

IN THE CHAT FOR ATTENDANCE PURPOSES!

1. Get to know the 5th Grade Teachers, Schedules & Supply List

5th Grade Teachers

5-1 Ms. Homnick and Ms. Nicoletti

5-2 Ms. Woo

5-3 Ms. Rodriguez

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Teacher & Family Communication

• The best way to contact us is via email.
• We will respond to your email as quickly as possible. Please be patient. You can communicate with us via email or request a phone conference where we can set up a meeting with a later date and time.

Nhomnick@schools.nyc.gov (5-1)

Cnicoletti2@schools.nyc.gov (5-1)

Mwoo@schools.nyc.gov (5-2)

Drodriguez98@schools.nyc.gov (5-3)

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5th Grade Supply List

School Forms

• Please make sure that all school forms are returned.
• The forms we need to have a smooth operation are:
• Blue Cards
• Walker Forms
• Allergy Form
• Photo Consent Form

Allergy form

Doctor to Complete

Asthma Form

For Doctor To Complete

Emergency Drills

When we practice emergency drills, you will be notified in advance. You will receive a letter. It is also on the school calendar.

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SEPTEMBER 17th and SEPTEMBER 24th will be our first drills.

2. Expectations and preparation for the 2024-2025 school year

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Expectations & Responsibilities

• We believe that teachers, students, parents, and administration are all a vital part in a child’s education and success. We all are expected to collaborate to work with each student on a personal level based on their individual strengths and needs.
• There should be communication between all parties with the best interest of the student in mind.
• We are always here to support you!

Upcoming Dates

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This list will also be included with your child’s report card in June.

What are we learning now?

NEW LITERACY SHIFTS, 5TH GRADE

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Shift 1: Systemic, Explicit Phonics Instruction

Phonics teaches students the sound-spelling relationships.

Shift 2: Use the Decodable Texts

Text are designed to help students achieve phonics mastery.

Shift 3: Small group, differentiated instruction based on need

Small group provides extra support to target students’ literacy needs.

Shift 4: Explicit instruction and Practice in Fluency

Fluency is the reading of text with accuracy.

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NEW lITERACY SHIFTS, 5TH GRADE

Shift 5: Using Universal Screeners and Secondary Diagnostics to identify reading strengths and areas for growth

These are brief, efficient, valid, and reliable tools that can identify students at-risk for reading difficulties.

Shift 6: Adoption of research-based, High-Quality curricula

High-quality curricula offers all students the opportunity to develop reading & writing skills

Shift 7: Direct, explicit instruction in service of comprehension

The most important factors to improve comprehension is to teach knowledge and vocabulary relating to a topic.

Shift 8: Explicit, systematic and cumulative writing instruction integrated with Reading.

Reading and Writing should be taught as one.

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5th Grade Math Curriculum:

Eureka Math

Math Sprints

Classwork

Homework

Homework Policy

• Homework should be done every night  and will be checked daily.
• Students must read for a specific amount of time every night to build their reading stamina and comprehension.
• Students are required to finish their classwork at home if needed.
• Homework will be posted daily on Google Classroom.
• Teachers will contact the family when students do not complete homework.

For additional practice, your child can go on

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1. MAP Accelerator

1. IXL

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1. ZearnIf needed…..

Multiplication Review

https://www.multiplication.com/games/all-games

https://www.timestables.com/multiplication-games/

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MAP ASSESSMENT

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3 TIMES a year, your child will be assessed in both ELA and Math using a screener called MAP.

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It is used throughout District 15.

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It is an online test that is used to measure growth.

Borrow books from the Library

Book of the Month: School is More than a Building by Kelly Donner

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3. Important Test Dates

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Test Prep & State Exams

• Examinations are computer based this year. 

Test prep will be computer based to mirror the exam.

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• ELA State Test is April 29-30

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• Math State Test is May 7-8

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• Science State Test is May 13

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2024-2025

May 15th, 16th, and 19th.

April 21st-May 6th

4.Ways to help your child

How Can I Help My Child at Home?

• Children can read books of their interest on IXL, SORA, their classroom library, or the public library.
• You can ask them things like “What did you read about?” and look to see that the child tells you the main events in the story such as who the characters are, where it takes place, the problem and solution. Be sure they answer in sequence.

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• Children could use MAP ACCELERATOR for math. Extra zearn lessons could be assigned by the teacher if there is a specific area they need more practice.

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When your student is reading at home

Encourage your child to read for at least 30 minutes and ask them questions about what they read…

By the end of 5th grade your child should be able to recognize, read, and spell these high frequency words…

STAYING CONNECTED

ONLINE SCHOOLS RESOURCES:

WEBSITE:

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Ps131k.org

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PHONE APP: 718- 431-1960 (Extension 1031, 1032)

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PS131Brooklyn

PARENT COORDINATOR:

Ms. Mesones (Amesones@schools.nyc.gov)

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COMMUNITY COORDINATOR:

Mr. Leung

(CLeung10@schools.nyc.gov)

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GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

Ms. Wood

(MWood11@schools.nyc.gov)

Parent Calendar

Website & App

Questions?

5.Other Services

• ENL- English as a New Language��Providing English Language support to students who qualify through NYS testing��Parents will be notified by a letter sent home in your requested language letting them know the eligibility and proficiency level of their child.��Proficiency levels are determined by NYSESLAT scores from May 2024 or from NYSITELL scores if newly admitted.��Levels: EN (Entering), EM (Emerging), TR (Transitioning), EX (Expanding), � CM(Commanding/Passed) ��Students will receive English language support in their classroom, and additional small group out of classroom support for EN/EM Beginners. � ��Contact: Ms.Kaecker @ czencuch@schools.nyc.gov
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SETSS and Compensatory Services

Ms. Kundreskas or Ms. K

Hello! My name is Ms. Kundreskas. I work with small groups of students to help them improve their reading, writing, and math skills.

I may or may not be seeing your child a few times a week depending on their individual needs. If I am going to be working with your child, I will contact you as soon as I know. I look forward to getting to know you and your child better this school year.

5.Cluster Programs and Expectations

GRADING POLICY

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Units of Study

Art- Ms.Barry

Goal: To provide an environment which fosters curiosity, creative thinking, artistic growth, and visual learning in the classroom and beyond.

Your child will receive art at least once a week with Ms. Barry. Art instruction at P.S. 131 provides a diverse and engaging variety of arts opportunities in a variety of media - drawing, painting, collage etc. to foster self-expression and self-confidence in a supportive environment. Instruction is aligned with the NYC Blueprint for the Arts.

Art Studio Motto:

"Turn your mistakes into something great!"

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HBarry@schools.nyc.gov 718 - 431 - 1960

About Me:

Welcome to an exciting new school year!! I have been teaching at P.S. 131 for over 20 years now, both as a classroom teacher and as the art teacher for the past nine years. I have a B.A. in art and art history from The University of Dallas and a M.S. in Education from Pace University. I love reading, visiting museums, and creating art in my spare time! We are so lucky to live in NYC!

ART - KEY CONCEPTS/Skills GRADING POLICY

NYS Visual Arts Learning Standards

Computers with Ms.Harvey

Welcome to a new 2024- 2025 school year at PS 131. My name is Ms. Harvey and I have worked at PS 131 for 24 years. I was a 4th grade teacher for 10 years and I’m going into my 14th year as the Technology teacher. The general Technology program is centered around providing students with a well-rounded education anchored by the New York State K12 Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards & the ISTE Standards- International Society for Technology in Education.

Throughout the school year all students will get a hands-on opportunity to work with technology, learn how to troubleshoot issues and develop important skills as a 21st century learner. All students will be introduced to CS4ALL- Computer Science concepts and their responsibilities as a Digital Citizen.

Contact Number: 718-431-1960

Computers Grading Policy & Units of Study

Grading Policy

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K-1st: Unit 1

• Getting to Know Parts of the Computer
• Alphabet/ Phonetic Awareness with Picture Recognition:Letters A-1
• Identifying letters on keyboard
• Introduction to Starfall and Wixie - pending(Creative Drawing Program)
• Labeling pictures with words

**If you have any questions contact Ms. Harvey at 718-431-1960

Computer Units of study:3rd-5th Grade

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Unit 1

• Introduction to Login- logout of new computers
• Review Mouse control
• Introduction to Online Typing websites

-Dance Mat Typing (3rd-4th)

-Learn To Type (5th)

Focus:

-Why is learning how to typing important?

-Home row & building muscle memory for correct hand position on keyboard

• Introduction to Microsoft Powerpoint program

Unit 2

• Introduction to CS4All- Computer Science Concepts

-What is Computer Science?

-What is Computational Thinking?

• Introduction to Wixie (Online Creative Drawing Program)

Unit 3

• Introduction to AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Unit 4

• Introduction to Digital Citizenship using Common Sense Media & Everfi (5th Only)

Unit 5

• Research Projects using Wixie or Powerpoint

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**All students in grades 2-5 will be using their DOE email usernames to log in to various accounts.

Library with Ms. Keiser

Grading Policy:

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4 Excels at Grade Level Standards

3 Proficient at Grade Level Standards

2 Approaching Grade Level Standards

1 Below Grade Level Standards

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I’m Ms. Keiser, and I’m so excited to welcome you to library for the 2024-2025 school year!

Expectations: Students are expected to participate and try their best in all library activities, show respect to their peers, and take good care of library books. Through group storytime activities and opportunities for independent reading, students will become confident readers and researchers and discover how reading and learning can be fun!

dkeiser@schools.nyc.gov

Library Scope and Sequence

Curriculum: The P.S. 131 library curriculum is aligned to the Empire State Information Fluency Continuum. Hands-on activities encourage critical thinking skills and collaboration with peers.

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Library: Book Borrowing!

All students will be able to borrow library books for free throughout the year.

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• Students may borrow up to 2 books each week.
• Your student will not be allowed to borrow new books if they repeatedly forget to return the books they have finished. Please remind your student to remember their books!
• Students or parents can always reach out to me with questions about student library accounts.

Science with Mrs. Acevedo

Introduction:

Hi everyone! I’m Mrs. Acevedo and I am so excited to welcome your child into the Science Lab this academic year. I have been a classroom teacher for over 20 years here at P.S 131k and I hold a Masters in Science.

My earnest desire is to foster the love of science through hands-on experiments and collaborative activities aligned with the New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards.

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Expectations:

In this classroom all students are expected to share their voice, demonstrate respect for one another, ask questions and synthesis information to gain deeper understanding.

Your child is also expected to take notes and review student packets provided in class. This practice will help your child become familiar with scientific terminology and develop new understandings as we investigate each unit of study.

Motivational Science Quote: Millions saw the apple fall, Newton was the only one who asked “Why?”...Bernard M. Baruch

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EAcevedo5@schools.nyc.gov 718-431-1960

Science- Grading Policy & Units of Study

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR FIFTH GRADERS

NEW NY SunWorks HydroPOnic Lab

Grant-funded Expansion of our garden room with new machines

MoMA ARTS PARTNERSHIP

Opportunity for students to display work at the museum

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA RESIDENCY

All 5th GRaders will attend a Dress Rehearsal AT THE MET

and A MET TEACHING ARTIST WILL TEACH OUR FIFTH GRADERS

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