Copperfield ElementaryFifth Grade2015-2016

Welcome to Open House!

Meet the Fifth Grade Teachers!Mr. BuckMrs. ConnerMr. CrippinMrs. Troncoso

What is my child learning in 5th?All 5TH Grade students are expected to

meet the expectations set by the State of Texas. TEKS: Texas Essential Knowledge and SkillsCan be found on the TEA (Texas Education

Agency) website. http://www.tea.state.tx.us/

Reading STAAR TestMarch 30, 2016More questions with a higher

cognitive complexity level to match the TEKS.

Greater emphasis on critical thinking.

Greater reliance on “inference” questions.

Greater emphasis on reading comprehension.

Math STAAR TestMay 10, 2016More questions with a higher cognitive

complexity level to match the TEKSGreater emphasis on critical thinkingGreater number of open-ended

(griddable) questions on mathematics

Science STAAR Test May 11, 2016 More questions with a higher cognitive complexity level to

match the TEKS Greater emphasis on critical thinking Direct and Indirect questions (inference) Griddable questions

4 Reporting Categories Category 1: Matter and Energy Category 2: Force Motion and Energy Category 3: Earth and Space Category 4: Organisms and Environments

Scientific Investigation and Reasoning will be incorporated in at least 40% of the test questions from categories 1-4 and will be identified along with content standards (TEKS)

From School to HomeEnvision Math

Online version of our math workbook. Activities may be assigned by teacher to match

student need and current learningParent app availableStudent home login information to come

I-stationReading program and assessmentStudent guided and matched to individual

reading levelStudent home login information to come

Stride Academy/First in MathMath program and assessmentStudent guided AND teacher assignedStudent home login information to come

Bobcat PreviewTutoring is available for students before

school, beginning at 7:10. Students may “preview” a lesson to better

understand new concepts as they are taught.Teachers will work with students who are

struggling to meet 5th Grade objectives and practice skills such as multiplication/division, problem solving, reading strategies, vocabulary development, reading comprehension

AttendanceAttendance is compulsory as per Texas State law.A written note should be sent following any

absence.Students who are absent 3 or more days must

bring a doctor’s note when returning to school.Upon request, teachers will prepare work to be

completed during an absence. Requests for work should be made before 1:00 for pick-up the following day.

Excellent attendance sets the stage for excellent achievement!

TardiesStudents arriving to the classroom after

7:30 are considered tardy.If a child is tardy, the parent must

park and sign the student in at the front office. This is for the student’s safety.

Tardies are considered against perfect attendance and excessive tardies are reported to the court system.

DismissalThank you for your patience the first weeks

of school!All changes for transportation MUST be

made in WRITING. No transportation changes will be made by phone.

Dismissal begins at 2:30If you are unable to pick-up your child by

3:00, they will be waiting in the office, so please be on time.

Dress CodeJudson ISD dress code can be found in the

Student Handbook and is available online.ALL students must wear

a collared shirt (polo or button down) OR a t-shirt with college or Judson ISD logo.

Solid colored pants/skirts/dresses/walking shorts (Please note: shorts must be knee length). Jeans are acceptable.

No flip-flops, house slippers, or shoes with wheels

Students should wear tennis shoes every day their class visits P.E.!

See teachers for PE schedules

Parent VolunteersWe LOVE and APPRECIATE Parent Volunteers.

Class partiesField TripsActivities throughout the yearClassroom help

ALL volunteers must complete the online Parent Volunteer Training and receive clearance BEFORE volunteering.

Please arrange in advance with your child’s teacher for a time to volunteer in the classroom.

Parent CenterStudents enjoy having lunch visitors!If you are visiting for lunch, you may eat

with your child in the Parent Center.Sign in at the office with your driver’s licenseYou may eat with only your child.

Lunch : 10:50-11:20amWhen vising our campus, please use the

adult restroom only. There is one located in the Kindergarten pod and the office.

BirthdaysBirthdays are so exciting for our students and we

love to celebrate with them! Thank you for respecting our guidelines if you choose to send treats for your child’s birthday.Cupcakes or other treats must be STORE BOUGHT

and in original packaging. Items should be dropped off in the office and will be

delivered to the classroom. Parties are not allowed at school, but cupcakes will be distributed at the end of the day by the teacher at the end of the lunch period.

If your child is planning a birthday party, invitations cannot be passed out at school unless EVERY student in the class is invited.

Remind – Sign up TODAYRemind is a one-way text

messaging service that allows your child’s teachers to keep you informed about assignment due dates, school-wide events, and other timely information.

No app needed!See your child’s teacher for details.

Parent ConferencesCopperfield Teachers will conference with every

student’s parents at the end of the first 6 week grading period.

Conferences will be student-led (with assistance ).

October 9th is Early Release for students. The afternoon will be used for conferences.

A sign-up sheet will be sent home for parents to select a few times they are available. The teacher will notify parents of scheduled conferences.

We will do team conferences.

Mrs. Conner’s Reading/Social Studies ClassHomework: Homework:

Mondays – reading log dueWednesdays – 1pg of writing in writing

journalThursdays – spelling “bingo” homework due

Social Studies homework as needed•Students must read 1 book per 6 weeks and pass Book Chat (test grade)•Sign up for Remind to get text message reminders•Weekly newsletters on teacher JISD website•Emails sent frequently – please check Parent Portal•Headphones optional•Sanitizer, highlighters, kleenex donations needed

Mrs. Troncoso’s Math & ScienceHomework

Math: they will do half a page (4-5 Questions) a night. Science: Everyday they will have 3 questions to do. They are to justify their answers. (How did you get that answer?) •Sign up for Remind to get text message reminders

•Weekly newsletters on teacher JISD website

•Emails sent frequently – please check Parent Portal

•Ziploc bags (gallon or quart), color paper, and Lysol wipes donation needed

Thank you for coming!Please reference our classroom

website often! It is updated regularly.

Please notify the office of any change in your phone number or email address. Communication keeps your child safe and keeps us connected!

Questions?