Welcome to Curriculum Night 2021-2022
Mrs. Neil
Ms. Kohn
Mrs. Psimaras
Miss King
5th Grade
Curriculum Night Overview
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Track Info | 4th Grade | 5th Grade | 6th Grade | 7th Grade | 8th Grade |
Math A (on track) | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Math B (single accelerated) (advanced) | ⊘ | 5/6 | 7 | 8 | Algebra I |
Math C (double accelerated) (accelerated) | ⊘ | ⊘ | 7/8 | Algebra I | Geometry |
Category Weights
NWEA MAP - Math 33%
Student Performance Survey 33%
Illinois Assessment of Readiness 25%
NWEA MAP - Reading 8%
What factors are considered for
Math Placement?
Student Performance Survey:
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS/CONCEPTS
MATHEMATICAL PRACTICES
WORK HABITS & HABITS OF MIND
Grading Policy
Tests 50%
Quizzes 20%
Classwork/Homework 20%
Project 10%
Mastery 4/4
Proficient 3/4
Familiar 2/4
Still Learning 1/4
1 day late/1st redos are assessed with a 95% limit.
2 days late/2nd redos are assessed with a 90% limit.
3 days late/3rd redos are assessed with an 85% limit.
4+ days late/4th+ redos are assessed with an 80% limit.
Trimester Grade Examples | |||
A+ 100% | A 90% | B 80% | C 75% |
Homework/Classwork | |||
4 | 1 ---> 2 ---> 4 | 3 -> 3 -> 3 -> 3 -> 4 | 3 |
4 | 2 ---> 2 ---> 4 | 2 -> 3 -> 3 -> 3 -> 4 | 3 |
4 | 1 ---> 2 ---> 4 | 3 -> 1 -> 2 -> 3 -> 4 | 3 |
Quiz | |||
4 | 2 ---> 2 ---> 4 | 2 -> 2 -> 3 -> 3 -> 4 | 3 |
Test | |||
4 | 1 ---> 2 ---> 4 | 3 -> 3 -> 3 -> 3 -> 4 | 3 |
Constructivist Learning
A learning process which allows a student to experience an environment first-hand, thereby, giving the student reliable, trustworthy knowledge. The student is required to act upon the environment to both acquire and test new knowledge.
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Differentiated Instruction
Teaching with student variance in mind.
It is starting where the kids are rather than adopting a standardized approach to teaching that seems to presume that all learners of a given age or grade are essentially alike. Thus differentiated instruction is “responsive” teaching rather than “one-size-fits-all” teaching.
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English Language Arts (ELA)
Our goal is to teach the common core standards using planned units of study that adhere to our environmental and constructivist beliefs. We use various novels in conjunction with supplementary materials to accomplish these goals.
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ELA Common Core Standards and Practices �
Reading: Literature and Informational Text
Writing: Informational, Personal Narrative, Persuasive
Foundation Skills: Spelling, grammar rules, syntax, vocabulary
Speaking and Listening
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Writing/Spelling
Six key qualities that define strong writing
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Mathematics
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Our goal is to teach the common core standards using planned units of study that adhere to our environmental and constructivist beliefs. We also use supplementary materials to accomplish these goals.
5th Grade, On Track
uses
Bridges Mathematics
5th Grade, Accelerated
uses
Eureka, Great Minds
5th Grade Units Taught
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Social Sciences
Our goal is to teach the Illinois State Learning Standards using planned units of study that adhere to our environmental and constructivist beliefs. We will use varied text and multimedia resources in conjunction with supplementary materials to accomplish these goals.
Social Sciences
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Science
We are excited to continue implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). NGSS are rigorous standards intended to complement the Common Core. These standards are specific and developmentally appropriate. They emphasize 21st Century Skills, constructivist practices, and thinking like a scientist.
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Science
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In fifth grade, we do indoor and outdoor activities that enhance all areas of the curriculum, but is most closely connected to the science and social studies curriculum in the classroom.
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Environmental Education
Classroom Assessments
Free powerpoint template: www.brainybetty.com
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Grading Procedure
Weighted Grading Scale
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Help at Home
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Contact:
Mr. Shin
5-8 Math Specialist
I welcome discussion and questions at the above email address.