Pontiac Pride

Allison participated in the Maker Faire on last week. Take a look at the beautiful Pinata she created out of recycled material.  We are proud to have such a talented young artist in our classroom.  Great job Allison!

Camp Discovery was Great!

The fifth grade students had a awesome time at Camp Discovery!

Field Study!

Parents,
A field study permission slip was sent home in communication folders today. Please fill out all parts of the packet. We are taking a field trip to Camp Blythewood on November 18. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to participate in hands-on science activities. They will discuss animal habitats and explore the campsite. The field study will reinforce objectives studied during the ecosystem unit. The cost of the field study is $15.00. We are in need of a few chaperones. If you are interested, let us know!

Monday, Oct. 24 -  I'm a "jean-ius."  I'm drug free!  

(wear jeans and red shirts for Red Ribbon Week)

Tuesday, Oct. 25 - Heroes Stand Strong Against Drugs!

(wear camouflage)

Wednesday, Oct. 26 - Team Up Against Drugs!

(wear your favorite team attire)

Thursday, Oct. 27 - Don't Get Mixed Up in Drugs!

(tacky day)

Friday, Oct. 28 - Use Your Head- Don't Do Drugs!

(hat day)

This Week in the Fifth

Don't Forget to sign up for Parent Conference Day. 
It takes place on Thursday, September 22!

Use the link below to find out what we will be studying next week. The new grading scale is also found  in this location. 


file:///home/chronos/u-3ec18f8e39d02010abedb0cbb6896449133b0463/Downloads/Weekof919-923.pdf

                                     
Thank you for the "hat day" donations.  The children enjoyed displaying their personal style.  All proceeds support the Walk for Life Campaign.  Thanks again!



                                                      

Have you completed the parent survey? It only takes a few minutes. Use the link below to give us your feedback. 

https://www.richland2.org/communityandparents/Pages/AdvancEd-Accrediation.aspx

Fifth Grade Reminders!

Open House

We look forward to seeing each of you at Open House on Thursday, September 15 at 6:00 p.m. 

Parent Survey

Please take a moment to complete the Richland Two parent survey.  The survey gives us wonderful information and it only takes a few minutes. Use the link below. 

https://www.richland2.org/communityandparents/Pages/AdvancED-Accrediation.aspx

Fifth Grade Fun!

Career Day Projects

                                                           

                    

       

5th Grade Picnic

DARE Celebration

Our fifth graders are ending the school year with a lot of excitement!

This Week's Updates

Human Growth and Development Class
Students were given letters for the "Human Growth and Development Class" with Nurse Grosse. It will take place this week Friday, May 6, 2016.  If you would like your child to participate, the signed letter should be returned no later than this Thursday, April 28.





Proof of Residency All students are asked to submit a proof of residency. The following are acceptable: lease or mortgage, power bill, water bill, cable bill, home phone (landline), or home internet bill. A copy will be made and placed in your child's records in preparation for middle school. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call the registrar, Ms. Craig at bcraig@richland2.org or (803)699-2700 ext.81791.

Important Dates:

May 17 - 18, 2016 - SCPASS Testing Science and Social Studies 

Spring pictures or funds were due on Friday, April 29.  Please send in either as soon as possible. 

Friday, May 6 - Wordly Wise Lesson 13 Quiz

A Few Reminders

Testing
Students will be state testing Tuesday April 26 - Thursday April 28. Please make sure that your child receives plenty of rest and a good breakfast for testing this week. We want each child to do their best. 


Friday, April 29, 2016 
This is an early dismissal day for students. Bagged lunches will be served.  Please plan accordingly.


Pictures
Spring pictures were sent home two weeks ago.  If you have decided not to purchase the pictures, return them to your child's homeroom teacher. If you are purchasing any of the pictures in the packet, send in the appropriate payment with your child. 

Homework
Due to state testing, your child will not have any homework in ELA and social studies until Thursday. 

5th Grade Recognition Ceremony
The recognition ceremony will take place on Tuesday, May 31 at 6:30 p.m.  The attire is dressy casual for students.  Contact your child's homeroom teacher if you have any concerns. 

This Week's Updates!

Soc. Stu. 

There will be a social studies test on World War II on Wednesday, April 20. Students can review their notes and the study guide in order to prepare for the assessment. 

ELA

We have been reviewing reading concepts and writing practices in ELA.  On Tuesday, we will review Latin roots.  Students will be given a Latin roots quiz on Thursday, April 21. They did a great job on their Greek roots quiz on last week. 

Field Study

On tomorrow students will bring home a few field trip reminders for Friday's field study to Patriot's Point. There is also a copy posted below. Please review the reminders with your child. Feel free to contact Mrs. Nelson or Mrs. Morgan if you have any concerns. 

  

- Breakfast in a bag needed for the morning.  No sodas...just juice, milk or water (preferable a container with a twist on top.)

- Please have students in the cafeteria by 6:45 am to prepare to get on the buses.

- Students need to wear comfortable clothes for an  degree day and comfortable shoes for walking.  We have to still follow the Pontiac Dress code ( no white t-shirt, girls.)

- Hats, visors, and sunblock are allowed as are lightweight backpacks.  We will proceed with our day even if it is cold or rainy, so students need to plan accordingly.

- Lunch will be provided for everyone.

- If your child will be riding home with someone else when we return, please send his/her teacher a note as soon as possible.

-No electronic devices except cameras allowed on the trip.  Students will be responsible for all their own belongings. Teachers will have phones if calls are necessary.

Fifth Grade Recognition Ceremony 

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

6:30 P.M.

SC Ready Testing Dates:

ELA Session 1 - Tuesday, April 26

ELA Session 2 - Wednesday, April 27

Mathematics - Thursday, April 28

This Week's Update!

ELA
This week students will cite and explain idioms, adages, and proverbs. As a part of our ELA review for testing, students will review plot and story elements. They will also analyze passages and poems to create a rough draft writing.  






Soc. Stu.
This week students will complete their study of World War II as they discuss life on the home front.  We will discuss the role of women, African Americans, the treatment of Japanese Americans, technology, and the role of children.  A final assessment on World War II is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19.  

Field Study
Our field study to Patriot's Point is scheduled for Friday, April 22. All funds are due by Monday, April 18.  We will send home information about departure times in the newsletter on Thursday. 

Fifth Grade Recognition Ceremony 

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

6:30 P.M. 

Family Literacy University!

Please join us for our final Family Literacy University on April 19th.  we are offering two different times.  

You may join us from 9:00-10:00 in the Parent Perch, or you and your family may join us from 6:00-7:00.

If you sign-up by Friday, April 15th for the evening opportunity, we will have dinner for you!  

To register, please use the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GXQNN2R