Fifth Grade News

January 2018
*Classroom Connection*
Math: Fractions and Divisions Science:
 Interpret a fraction as division of the numerator by the denominator. Solve word  Life Science – animal and plant classification, genetics
problems involving division of whole numbers leading to answers in the form of fractions (inherited vs acquired traits)
and mixed numbers.
 Apply and extend previous understandings of division to divide unit fractions by whole
numbers and by unit fractions. Social Studies:
 The 3rd Nine Week Math Goal is for students to pass their Division test. If your child is  World War I
still working on their addition/subtraction or their multiplication fluency test they should  The Jazz Age
spend a minimum of 10 minutes each night practicing math facts.  The Great Depression
 The New Deal

Reading:
 Determine more than one main idea of a text with key supportive details
 Quote accurately from a text
 Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases
*Curriculum Vocabulary*
Writing: Math: simplify, numerator, denominator, improper fraction,
 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information unit fraction, mixed number, reasonableness
clearly Reading: determining importance, interpretation, context-
 Use precise language related to the topic
clues, summary, direct quote
 Include a strong introduction and conclusion related to the information presented
Writing: informational writing, topics, sources, text
features
Social Studies: isolationism, assembly line, specialization,
Classroom Needs: stock market, Dust Bowl
Tissues & Hand Sanitizer Science: vertebrate, invertebrate, vascular, nonvascular,
learned behaviors, mammals, amphibians, reptiles

*Dates to Remember* *School Supplies*

* It is the student’s responsibility to have the supplies
 Jan. 15 – No school listed below in class every day. Teachers did not collect
these at the beginning of the year so they need to be in
 Jan. 24 – Hall County Technology
the student’s pencil box/bag EVERY DAY!
Competition
Pencils, Pencil Sharpener, Glue,
Scissors
*Homework* *Character Trait of the Month*
RAH – Read at least 15-20 minutes per night. After each book
is completed, students will record it on their log in Mrs.
Souther’s room for their 40 Book Challenge.  Honesty 
MAH & Math WS – Students should practice their math facts
at least 5 minutes per night. They also have a Math
Worksheet that is given on Monday that should be returned by
Honesty means to tell the truth and
Friday to Mrs. Miller. make good choices.

*Lanier Student Mission*

I take action for my learning. I take responsibility for my actions.
I respect myself and others. I make good choices that help me
have a better life!
 Congratulations to these Paw-some
Wildcats!

RAH Goal Math Facts Goal

10 books (or more) per 9 weeks Multiplication Facts
Mikalah Addison Logan Nallely
Eli B. Daniela
B.
Summer Jaelyn Gabriel Abby Dylan
Cameron
B. M.
Austin Kayden Kylee Mason T. Brendan Amanda
Andrea Mason U. Eli B. Remy
Emalee Jake
G.
Emily Travis Ashley Rylan Payton Valiree
Grace J. Andrea Isaiah G. Mikalah Eli C. Lindsey
Nallely Landin Jackie Kylee Cameron Kaya
Remy Kathryn Tiffany Ashley Austin Boone
Valiree Isaiah S. Matthew Isaiah Emalee Kaylin
Summer Jacquelyn Autumn Alaina
Kaylin Drake
J.
Alaina Jackson Grace K. Tiffany Caysen Gage
Gage Amara Annie Matthew Emily G. Kadence
Kadence Bella Judayis Summer Gianna Daniela
Eli C. Devyn Leilani Grace K. Grace J. Kayden
Rubi Alex Cynthia Ivey Tyler Lily
Allie Kate Allie G. Marissa Emily M. Corbin Katie
Athina Linda Logan Judayis Kathryn Alysa
Mason T. Chyanne Abby Cynthia Isaiah Jake
Lexie Addison Brendan Marissa Drake Emma
Gabriel Isa Peyton Madison
Mady Scott
M.
Landin Jacelyn Andrea
M.
Travis Logan