A
lot of fifth grade policies and reminders are presented at "Back to School
Night"! This can be a great deal to absorb in one evening. The same
information is also presented on this page. Please revisit it often if your
have any questions or concerns. As always you may also choose to email me
directly!
General
Subject Information
English Mrs. Quinn or Mrs. Armero
Math Mrs. Cox or Mr. Miller
Religion Mrs. Williams
Reading Mrs. Quinn or Mrs. Armero
Science Mrs. Armero
Social Studies Mrs. Quinn
Assistant to Intermediate Mrs. Delisle
Specials
**Please check you child's schedule for the correct day.**
Music
- Music is taught by Mrs. Alexander.
- Students have music on Monday or Wednesday.
- Students should bring their folders and recorders.
Phys. Ed
- Physical Education is taught by Mr. Karr.
- Students have gym on Thursday or Friday.
- Please label all student clothing with their names.
Art
- Art is taught by our new art Mrs. Tuley
- Students have art on Thursday or Friday.
Library
- Library/ Media is taught by Mrs. Lowder.
- Students visit the library every Tuesday afternoon.
- Library books will be due every other Monday.
- Students are responsible for keeping books in a safe place.
Technology
- Mrs. Schreiber is our technology teacher.
- Students visit the computer lab on Monday or Wednesday.
Homework
- All homework is to be completed neatly and turned in on time.
- Homework is included as
part of the student's effort grade.
4th 
5th
Absenteeism
- Missed work will be recorded and available to your child upon return to school. Missed work should be completed at home.
- If you would like to pick up your child's work, please notify the school office by 8:30AM. Your child's assignments will be available for pick-up after 2:30PM. We cannot guarantee work requested earlier than this time.
- It is up to the teacher's availability to send advance make-up work home should your child miss school due to a vacation.
Conferences
- In order to schedule a conference, please choose one of the following options.
- Email your child's teacher using this site . Please keep in mind this email is only accessible in the classroom. However, for simple questions or minor concerns this is generally the quickest way to receive a response.
- Call the school office and leave a message on the teachers voicemail.
- Your message will be returned as soon as possible.
3. Notify the teacher in writing.
Dismissal
- Our dismissal time is 2:45pm.
- If you need to pick your child up early please send a note in the morning or call the office.
- If there are any changes in your child's dismissal procedure please notify the school in writing.
Birthdays
- Please make sure your child has completed the Student Survey, so that we can record their birthdays on our calendar.
- Students are encouraged to celebrate their birthday's at school. Feel free to send in birthday treats. These treats will be passed out at lunch time.
- Students will have no homework from the fifth grade teachers unless their is a test to study for on their birthdays.
- Students with summer birthday's will be given a "Happy UnBirthday" at the end of the school year.
Testing
- Please help your child prepare for tests and quizzes adequately. We will have Quests (quiz/test) every other Wednesday in Social Studies. All other tests and or quizzes will be announced as they are needed.
- Please check out our Sites to Explore page for more
information..
- We do our best to schedule tests on different days. However, due to scheduling conflicts, this is not always possible.
- In October, the fourth grade students will participate in IOWA testing. A notice will be sent home closer to the test dates. Please be sure your child has plenty of rest this week.
Report Cards
- Students are given letter grades in all content areas including Religion.
- Standard comments (Proficient, Very Good, Good, Satisfactory, Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory) are given for all other subject areas.
- Effort and Conduct comments will also be made for all areas.
- It is recommended that you monitor your child's progress using PowerSchool.
Friday Packets
- All graded assignments will be sent home in Friday Packets. These packets are to be returned to school no later than Tuesday of the following week.
- Please sign tall the papers in the packet and return the packet to school.
- It is helpful to use these packets to monitor progress as well as provide insight to your child's specific strengths and needs.
Behavior Management
- A system of rewards and reminders are used to monitor behavior.
- Students are awarded raffle tickets for good behavior and following directions. There is a weekly raffle held each Friday.
- See Our Classroom
Constitution for more details.
Volunteers
- At various times throughout the year, both fifth grade classes will need parent volunteers. Volunteers are needed for field trips, in class helpers, and as extra hands for projects.
- If you are interested, please contact Mrs. Quinn and Mrs. Armero to let us know when you are available.
- All school volunteers are required to complete The Child Safe Program in order to work with the students.
We are looking forward to safe, happy and exciting school year.
Mrs. Quinn and Mrs. Armero