What's the Game Plan?
Will I have all my classes on one day?
No! You’ll follow a block schedule, which means you have classes on alternating days. One day, you’ll attend classes A, B, C, and D, and the next day, you’ll attend classes E, F, G, and H
How will I keep track of my assignments in fifth grade?
You will record assignments in your agenda and your teacher will check to see if you have everything written down correctly.
On Thursdays, middle school students put their knowledge to the test in a fun, competitive game. What is it called?
Middle School Kahoot!
The bell rings, and it's time for my next class! Instead of being walked there by a teacher, what am I expected to do?
Independently transition to my next class on time and follow the school's hallway expectations.
I have homework, assignments, and materials to keep track of each day. What can I do to make sure I am prepared for class?
Record my assignments, check my agenda, organize my materials, and pack what I need.
How long is each class period?
Each class period is 70 minutes.
What kinds of things can you keep in your locker?
School supplies and other teacher-approved items that help you stay organized!
Several times a year, I get to cheer on my teammates and compete against other teams. What are these exciting competitions called?
House Games!
This special item identifies me and allows me to enter and exit the buildings independently according to school procedures. What will I receive in fifth grade?
A name badge!
It's time to leave for school, but my homework is still sitting on the kitchen counter! Who is responsible for making sure my homework and school materials get to and from school?
I am! It's my responsibility to pack my work and bring it back to school.
What can you look forward to during morning break in fifth grade?
You have 15 minutes to visit the cafeteria and enjoy a snack you brought from home or purchase something to eat.
What can I use to keep all my homework papers organized and make sure they get home?
Your homework folder! It's an important part of staying organized.
Every Tuesday morning, the entire middle school comes together for a special gathering. What is this a time for?
Every Tuesday morning, we meet for an assembly.
In fifth grade, lunchtime gets a little more exciting! What new freedom do I get at lunch?
I can choose from a variety of food options in the middle school cafeteria.
When I return to school after being absent, what am I responsible for doing?
Checking with each teacher to collect my missing work and finding out what I need to complete.
Will I have time to work on my homework during the day?
Yes! We have a 40-minute period every day to work on homework, catch up on missing assignments, or get extra work done. It's called Tutorial.
You will take this device with you to class each day. What is it?
Your Chromebook!
Twice a month on Fridays, I get to explore interests, try new things, or spend time doing something I enjoy. What are these opportunities called?
Clubs! You can choose from so many amazing experiences!
I will have more freedom to move around the school in fifth grade. What is the most important thing to remember when traveling on my own?
With more freedom comes more responsibility!
My Chromebook is an important tool for learning. What three things am I responsible for doing to take care of it?
I need to keep it charged, handle it carefully, and use it appropriately.
What do we call a class that helps us discover how we learn best?
Learning Seminar. We spend time discovering our strengths, learning how to organize, and how to study for quizzes/tests.
Each week, we recognize a student whose locker is neat, clean, and organized. What special recognition could you earn?
Locker of the Week!
At FCDS, what guides how we treat others, make decisions, and act as members of our school community?
Our Core Values! Can you name them?
I need to go to the library or use the restroom during an appropriate time. Instead of traveling with my whole class, what will I do?
I will follow school procedures and travel independently to the correct location and back!
In fifth grade, my teachers and family are still there to support me, but they won't do everything for me. What does it mean to take responsibility for myself?
Being prepared, making good choices, keeping track of my work, and asking for help when I need it.