Lots going on in fifth grade as the year is winding down. I can't believe how quickly this year has flown by! Reading: students have picked an author to study. They should be reading 2-3 books by that author by June 2nd, taking notes in a packet, and completing a project of their choice about their author (due June 2) Writing: Students are writing a book all about Westward Expansion Math: We are starting a new unit (our last one!). Unit 7 is all about division and decimals. Science: We are beginning our last science rotation of the year! Students will be taking Solar Energy with Ms. Appleby. DARE: Officer Kevin has 2 more sessions with students. All students must write a 5 paragraph essay about DARE. They are working on this in school. Play practice: All students are involved in the 5th grade in some way. We have actors, dancers, props/scenery, program, technology, and lots of jobs for students to be involved in! All students are a part of the chorus. Penny drive: During the month of May, 5th graders are having a penny drive, where they collect change to donate to Common Roots-- the organization that brings Farm to School to RMCS Important upcoming dates: May 18th: 6PM-- The Incredible Westward Movement 5th grade play! May 19th: Civil War field trip June 2: Author study projects due June 7: Smuggs! June 9: Visit to the middle school This week:
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