02/03-02/07
Welcome back! Hope you had a fabulous weekend!
ELA: We will learn to visualize Drama texts to figure out the authors perspective of the story. Additionally, we will practice phonics
Math: In mathematics, we will begin working with fractions.
Science: We begin our second science standard, properties of matter. This standard will unpack properties, changes, and conservation. We will work with this standard until February.
If you have not filled out the permission form for the valentines day party please do so here.
01/27-01/31
Welcome back! Hope you had a fabulous weekend!
ELA: We will learn to visualize Drama texts to figure out the authors perspective of the story. Additionally, we will practice phonics
Math: In mathematics, we will begin working with fractions.
Science: We begin our second science standard, properties of matter, with a field trip Monday morning. This standard will unpack properties, changes, and conservation. We will work with this standard until February.
There is no school friday 01/31
Here is the link to parent teacher conferences! Link here
Here is a form for the valentines day party. Please let me know if you can join the classroom and volunteer to do an activity.
01/21-01/24
Welcome back! Hope you had a fabulous weekend!
ELA: We will learn to summarize the text from biography texts to draw inferences about the text and their lives. Additionally, we will practice phonics.
Math: In mathematics, we will begin working with fractions.
Science: We begin our second science standard, properties of matter, with a field trip Monday morning. This standard will unpack properties, changes, and conservation. We will work with this standard until February.Here is the link to parent teacher conferences! Link here
01/13-01/17
Welcome back! Hope you had a fabulous weekend!
ELA: We will learn to summarize the text from biography texts to draw inferences about the text and their lives. Additionally, we will practice phonics.
Math: In mathematics, we will begin working with fractions.
Science: We begin our second science standard, properties of matter, with a field trip Monday morning. This standard will unpack properties, changes, and conservation. We will work with this standard until February.
01/06-01/10
Hello families!
Welcome back to school. I am so excited to get going again and to see your students!
This week we will be reviewing in both ELA and math. Students will be revisiting skills they have learned in the school year. We will also be diagnostic testing in I Ready for the Middle of the year testing. Students will have Middle of year reading testing starting 01/15.
As always, please let me know if you have any questions or concerns! Thank you for your constant support this year.
12/16-12/20
Hello everyone!
We are on the countdown to Winter Break with learning and fun on the way!
This Thursday and Friday, Dec 19th and 20th, are free Pajama or Christmas Sweater days. Friday will also be our class Christmas party. We will be doing bingo, playing games, watching the 2018 Grinch cartoon (rated PG), eating popcorn, and drinking root beer
If you haven’t done so yet, please sign the permission slip here so your student can participate. I will not need any volunteers this day.
Students are welcome to bring a small pillow, blanket, and stuffed animal to use during the movie. They may also bring their own treat (healthy or sweet) and closable drink from home, but they may not share these items with other students.
Remember, Dec 23rd – Jan 3rd is Winter Break and there will be no school. Please make sure your child is reading 20 minutes everyday over the break! See you back on Jan 6th!
Lastly, your students are absolutely amazing and wonderful! I’m so grateful to be their teacher. Thank you for all that you do! Happy Holidays!
12/09-12/13
ELA:
We will learn to ask and answer questions from expository texts to determine their text structure and explain how text structure contributes to the overall meaning of the text. Additionally, we will practice phonics with an emphasis on vowel team syllables, enhancing our reading and pronunciation skills.
Math:
We will use an area model to visualize finding a fraction of a fraction. Then, we will begin using equations.
Science:
We will unpack properties, changes, and conservation of matter. We will work with this standard until February.
Important Dates:
Dec 10th – Choir RehearsalDec 12th – Choir Rehearsal
12/02-12/06
Welcome back! Hope you had a marvelous Thanksgiving Break! We have a busy and fun 3 weeks ahead!
I have sent emails to parents who are coming on the field trip, thank you to all those who have volunteered.
ELA: We will learn to ask and answer questions from expository texts to determine their text structure and explain how text structure contributes to the overall meaning of the text. Additionally, we will practice phonics with an emphasis on vowel team syllables, enhancing our reading and pronunciation skills.
Math: In mathematics, we will begin working with fractions. We will learn that fractions are the division of a numerator by the denominator so we can use measurements in real-world situations.
Science: We begin our second science standard, properties of matter, with a field trip Monday morning. This standard will unpack properties, changes, and conservation. We will work with this standard until February.
Important Dates:
Dec 2nd – Field Trip
Dec 2nd – Choir Rehearsal & West Haven Tree Lighting (6PM)
Dec 2nd to 6th – Paper Pie Book Fair (2-4PM)
Dec 4th – Choir Ogden Amphitheater (6PM)
Dec 5th – Choir Rehearsal
Dec 7th – Grinch Breakfast
Dec 10th – Choir Rehearsal
Dec 12th – Choir Rehearsal
Special Dress down day NOT included in prepaid so please bring a dollar
We have a special oppurtunity to raise money for a teacher whos family has been hit with sickness, If you would like to participate in a special dress down day please send a dollar with your student. this is not apart of the prepaid dress down.
yearbook cover contest
11/04-11/08
Hello 5th grade families!
There will be NO tutoring this week.
English Language Arts (ELA)
Next week in ELA, we will explore the wonderful world of poems. By analyzing the plot, setting, and themes of these poems, students will deepen their understanding of poetic structure and literary elements. Additionally, we will focus on closed syllables to strengthen our skills.
Mathematics
In math, we are expanding our knowledge by adding and subtracting decimals. Students will explore the relationship between decimals and how to add and subtract them correctly.
Science
Our science exploration is focused on Earth’s intricate systems. We will delve into the geosphere (the solid Earth), the biosphere (the living world), the cryosphere (the frozen parts of the planet), the hydrosphere (the water cycle), and the atmosphere (the gaseous envelope surrounding the Earth). By understanding how these systems interact, students will gain a deeper appreciation for the complex and dynamic nature of our home planet.
Thanks!Ms. Kierejewski
10/14-10/18
Happy Fall!
Family-Teacher Conferences will be Monday and Tuesday this week. Both days are early out days. If you still want to try and sign up, please use this link to see if you can find a time that will work for you and your student to attend together. If you are unable to make your appointment, please update your reservation or let me know via email. I look forward to seeing you and your student and talking about their progress!
Also, there is No School this Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday for Fall Break.
Over Fall Break, your child can practice math at home using Reflex, Frax, and IXL. Please encourage them to practice everyday for just 15-20 minutes. A little consistency will go a long way!
Please also encourage your child to READ, READ, READ…20 minutes or more everyday…and tell you all about what they are reading, too!
Wishing you an incredible Fall Break!
Ms. Kierejewskl
10/07-10/11
Hello Everyone,
This week in math we will be learning about Powers of 10, and how to read, write, and evaluate expressions with exponents. This skill will prepare students for future algebra topics such as factoring and solving quadratic equations. As always, if your student could benefit from extra practice, you will receive an emailed invitation for after school tutoring.
In ELA, we are finishing our study of problem and solution text structure and will test on that skill on Friday. Please continue support of at-home reading for 20 minutes per day!
In science, we are learning all about Earth’s systems (the geosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere) and how they interact to produce the environments we are familiar with.
If you haven’t done so yet, please sign up here for a time to meet with me for Family-Teacher Conferences next Monday, October 14th, and Tuesday, October 15th. Please choose a time that works for both you and your student to attend together. I can’t wait to discuss their progress with you!
Please note that Fall Break is also next week, October 16-18th, and there will be no school. I hope you enjoy that time together!
Warm Regards,
Ms. Kierejewski
Rise test training
Hello 5th grade families!
I forgot to let you know that we will be training on rise testing on 10/14 and 10/15. Thank you.
09/30-10/04
5th grade families
Picture retakes will be Tuesday 10/01 in the Q2 Gym. Please let me know if your student will be doing that.
If your student is needing tutoring you will be receiving an email from me shortly.
Please make sure to send your student prepared for those cooler temperatures with a jacket/coat.
Also, Family-Teacher Conferences will be held in two weeks on Monday, October 14th, and Tuesday, October 15th. Both days will be early outs. Please sign up here for a time that will work best for you and your student to attend together.
This week in math we will be learning all about place value in preparation for operations with decimals. Students will learn that for both whole numbers and decimals, a digit in one place not only has ten times the value it would have in the place to its right, but also has one-tenth the value it would have in the place its left. This means we will be using the multiplication and division skills we have been learning the past few weeks to expand our knowledge of numbers.
In ELA, we are practicing rereading to compare text structures, with a special focus on problem and solution, while we consider the question “What do good problem solvers do?” Please help your child remember to read for 20 minutes every day at home!
In science, we are finishing our study of weathering and erosion and will get to do some hands-on experimenting with this topic. We hope it will be a lot of fun!
Thank you,
Ms. Kierejewski
Skeleton Creek reading
Hello! We have started reading skelton creek and there are some videos that goes along with it! if your student would like to watch it again here it is!
Password: houseofusher
09/23-09/27
Hello Everyone,
Our Cookie Dough and Jerky Fundraiser will continue through this Wednesday the 25th. Thank you for all of your support!
This week in math we will work to master using the standard algorithm for both long division and multi-digit multiplication. We build on these skills all year long and welcome at-home practice with IXL or a good old fashioned sheet of paper and two-three digit numbers for both operations. If tutoring for these skills will be helpful for your child, you will receive an email from me with more information.
In ELA, we are investigating the question “What are the positive and negative effects of new technology?” while learning more about an author’s claims and discerning their purpose in writing. We will test these skills on Friday. At home, please encourage your child to read for 20 minutes every night and ask them about their book. It all adds up!
In science, we are learning about weathering and erosion and evidence of those processes in Earth’s features all around us. They may even point out some of that evidence to you!
sep 3-sep 6
Families,
I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend! Last week we started into volume in math and will continue that this week. I will begin Math tutoring the week of the 23rd and tutoring will be held from 3:15-3:45 Mondays and Wednesdays. Families can expect an email from me if their child would benefit. If your child expresses concern with math and I haven’t emailed you please let me know and I can add them in.
In ELA we will be discussing how we can ask and answer questions to determine text structures such as cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast. We have a set of new vocabulary and spelling words attached below, including what we will be further discussing.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have.
Thank you,
Ms. kierejewski
08/26-08/30
Aug 26th – Aug 30th
Here we go, fifth-grade family! What an incredible first 3 days of school, I loved getting to know your child and seeing our classroom interact and come together. It’s going to be such a great year.
A quick reminder for this week – Friday is a teacher-only work day, with NO SCHOOL for students.
This week we will complete our beginning of the year diagnostics and Dibels testing. and start our first math and ELA lessons. Please contact me with any questions at all.
If you haven’t done so, and it’s feasible at this time please pay your $30 supply fee.
**Mark your calendar**
Picture Day – Aug 28th (Uniforms Required)
No School – Aug 30th (Teacher Workday)
No School – Sept 2nd (Labor Day)
A few more things
hello! School starts tomorrow and I am so excited! a couple things I forgot last night. If students could start wearing deodorant it would be greatly appreciated! They are at the grade where it is needed. Secondly, My room will be at 68-70 for most of the year. If your student gets cold easily please send them in a quest academy approved sweatshirt. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Forms to fill out
Class disclosure link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegj9l6X4SnYhI2q98xZkUSqcn7WLmpbIrLy8mUEWSNEpy1Tg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Family survey link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepELX_BNuPQoDs3aSfSI1qH7om00x8VxO8dPme7h2T_HbAAw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Food permission form link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebthDQ4m0JgqUHse9yMqh1fh-P8ubWCY8Yoh0f4s2svYQHmA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Payment link for donation and field trip https://secureinstantpayments.com/sip/cart/event.php?EID=1468
Walk release form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzC5xvwLyYxve1-NIdb5X3oWcjA1ju1yUJviNdevQQWIxxvA/viewform
Class supplies for 24-25 school year
Class Supply List
This year, I am asking families to pay a $30.00 donation fee to cover each student’s supplies. This way I can purchase, label, and organize all needed supplies before students even come back to school (and make it easier for you, too).
This year we are also asking for a $20 donation for a very special end of year field trip.
Donations can be paid to the Q1 Office on or before Back to School Night, or online here: Online Payments, marking “Donations- Class supplies” and selecting Kierejewski.
Additionally, students need to bring the following items on the first day of school:
Headphones or earbuds–labeled with the student’s name. Parents will be responsible to replace broken or damaged headphones/earbuds throughout the year. We use headphones multiple times throughout the day in the classroom. Please try to find the highest-quality headphones possible.
Water bottle–Student may bring a small water bottle that they can have with them throughout the day.
The $30 donation will provide each student with:
1 standard size pencil box (clear)
12-15 Expo black ink ultra-fine tip dry erase markers
24 pack Crayola colored pencils
8 pack Crayola washable markers
24 pack Ticonderoga wooden pencils (sharpened)
2 large Paper Mate Pink Pearl erasers
2 red ballpoint pens
2 highlighters
2 wide-ruled spiral notebooks (plain, solid color only)
4 packs of sticky notes
2 plastic folders with inside pockets (plain, solid color only)
Scissors
6 Elmer’s glue sticks
1 bottle Elmer’s school glue
2 Mr. Clean magic erasers
Clorox wipes, hand sanitizer
Kleenex tissues, paper towels, Band-Aids
Gallon and sandwich sized zip lock bags
Additional art and STEM supplies
Party favors, prizes, and treats for various learning lessons
If you would rather purchase these items yourself, please send me an email prior to school beginning.
Please note, these are the only supplies allowed; anything else will be sent home.
Notice: The items on this list will be used during the regular school day. They may be brought from home on a voluntary basis, otherwise, they will be furnished by the school.
Important information
Hello Parents! I just wanted to send this email out with information for the upcoming week! There is no school on Monday 01/15 for MLK day. We will begin Diagnostic testing in I Ready for math and ELA on Tuesday since we are halfway into the school year! We will be doing this for the rest of the week. We will also be having our middle of year testing for reading on thursday 01/18. If your student will not be here that day please let me know!
Here is the sign up again for parent teacher conference https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084BA5A923A1FDC25-47138828-2ndquarter
