Similarities and Differences
Name 2 similarities between 4th and 5th grade.
- Same school
- Same subjects
- Same special area teachers
- Same counselor/principal
The subjects you will learn about next year in 5th grade are basically the same subjects you learned about in 4th grade.
True. (Math, ELA, science and social studies)
Mr. Perry will be your art teacher next year.
True.
Name the best thing that will help you say organized with your assignments as a 5th grade student.
Your agenda/planner! Use it!!!!
What is one way you learned this year to practice mindfulness?
- Square breathing
- Guided meditation
- Think of things that are green/start with the letter B
Name 3 differences between 4th and 5th grade.
- Different classroom teachers
- Classes upstairs
- Different lunch period
You will be able to join chorus as a 5th grader.
True.
Mrs. Cronin is the counselor for 5th grade, always.
False. You're stuck with me. :)
What is humanities?
ELA + Social studies
Why is it important to be an effective problem solver?
So that we can navigate life and all of the ups and downs that go along with it. We have to be able to get along with people, work with people, make healthy decisions and live a good life.
Class size: bigger, smaller or the same?
Same
You will be able to chew gum and wear a hat as a 5th grader.
False.
Ms. Avallone is the principal for the 5th grade.
False. Mr. Zwahlen is our building principal.
What is STEAM?
Math + Science
- Arts, Audio-Visual Tech + Communication
- Information technology
- Business, Administration + Management
- Government + Public Admin
- Hospitality + Tourism
- Manufacturing
- Architecture + Construction
- Marketing, Sales + Service
- Health Sciences
- Transportation, Distribution + Logistics
- Law, Public Safety, Corrections + Security
- Education + Training
- Finance
- Human Services
- Agriculture, Food + Natural Science
Class work: is it true that you will spend more time on reading, writing and homework as a 5th grader?
Yes! But you can handle it, you're ready!
You have lockers in the hallway AND you have to provide your own lock as a 5th grader.
False. You do have lockers in the hallway, but WE provide your combination lock!
Name 4 current 5th grade teachers.
Mrs. Armstrong
Mrs. Barlette
Mrs. Berbert
Mr. Calderon
Mrs. Ambrose
Mrs. Riesenberger
Do 5th graders still have to take state tests?
Yes!
What are coping skills and why are they important?