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Welcome to Fifth Grade!

Welcome to Fifth Grade!. Eric Schuh Lydiksen Elementary 2012-2013. About Me. Originally from San Lorenzo, California Teaching since 1996 (13 th year here at Lydiksen) Master’s Degree in 2003 Continuing Professional Development Pleasanton resident since 2002 Married with two sons.

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Welcome to Fifth Grade!

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  1. Welcome to Fifth Grade! Eric Schuh Lydiksen Elementary 2012-2013

  2. About Me • Originally from San Lorenzo, California • Teaching since 1996 (13th year here at Lydiksen) • Master’s Degree in 2003 • Continuing Professional Development • Pleasanton resident since 2002 • Married with two sons

  3. Special Year • Instrumental Band & Strings • DARE • Kindergarten Buddies • Outdoor Education • Leadership Opportunities

  4. Philosophy • I believe that it is my duty to encourage students to take an active approach to their learning. • I believe that every single one of my students is capable of succeeding. • I believe that students who do not take an active role in their own education will miss out on opportunities. • I believe that no matter what you are doing, you should do your best.

  5. Expectations • Come to school prepared • Follow directions the first time they are given. • Respect others and their property • Stay on task • Follow classroom and school rules

  6. CHANGES YOU MIGHT NOTICE IN YOUR 5TH GRADER • Exaggerated emotions may be expressed • More conscious and judgmental of own appearance • Conforming to peer expectations • Has secret codes, meeting places, cliques, etc. • Able to be responsible • Increased activity and appetite • Attempting to conform to societal and peer expectations (which may be in conflict) • *Independence from parents begins and child may challenge authority • Admits interest in opposite sex • Teases and shows off for the opposite sex • Needs to be noticed

  7. Goals for the Year • Independent learners • Critical thinkers • Excited seekers of knowledge! • Meet the California state standards • Develop life long skills • Prepared for middle school

  8. Curriculum/Grading • The Curriculum is based on the California State Standards  • Individual student progress will be assessed each trimester in accordance with established grade level standards.  • Students who are at risk of not meeting district standards will receive notification and the opportunity to participate in school intervention programs.

  9. Language Arts • Reading • Writing • Written and Oral English Language Conventions • Speakingand Listening

  10. Mathematics • Number Sense • Algebra Functions • Measurement and Geometry • Statistics, Data Analysis and Probability • Mathematical Reasoning

  11. History/Social Science • American Indians to Westward Expansion • U.S. Geography • States and Capitals

  12. Science/Health • Physical, Earth, & Life Science • Investigation and Experimentation • Human Growth & Development • Outdoor Education

  13. P.E., Music and Library • P.E. is planned twice per week. Students should wear comfortable shoes and clothing. • Music is scheduled one day per week. Band is available for students who are interested. • Library is scheduled every week. Library and research skills will be taught.

  14. Computer Lab • Computer lab is scheduled once per week. • Students will work on keyboarding skills and curriculum support activities. • Students will be introduced to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and similar program applications.

  15. Character Education • Compassion- be kind to self and others • Honesty- tell the truth • Responsibility- always do your best • Respect- use good manners • Integrity- do the right thing • Self-discipline- set goals and work towards them

  16. Attendance Students are responsible to make up any missed work. They will have the number of days absent to make up the work. Discipline Loss of Recess, Sentences Praise and Rewards Positive feedback, Table Winners,Auction, Friday Funday Policies

  17. Consistently Monday-Thursday. 40 -50 minutes, on average Late work will not be accepted without prior arrangement. Homework Policy

  18. Field Trips • Lawrence Livermore Lab • The Tech Museum of Innovation • Outdoor School • End of the Year Swim Party at the Aquatic Center

  19. Supporting Your Child • Praise children for completing their responsibilities • Encourage daily practice • Assist with remedial math concept work (www.pearsonsuccessnet.com) • Pose higher-order questions about what your student reads • Set up a quiet, comfortable study area with good lighting

  20. Supporting the Classroom • Room Parent • Class Photographer • Auction representative • Computer Helper • Ink Cartridges (HP, Dell, & Lexmark) • Donating to the HELP Fund • Wish List items • ?

  21. Ways to Contact Me • Email (eschuh@pleasanton.k12.ca.us) • Send in a note with your child • Phone (426-4421)

  22. Thank You for coming!I am looking forward to a wonderful year! Questions?

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