Welcome to the Explorers

Mrs. Cosgriff– Math

Ms. Conroy– Language Arts

Mrs. Colden– Science & Social Studies

Classroom Policies

Red Home Folder – will be used to send home any important information and /or tests. Please be sure your child has his/her folder with them daily and you will want to check in the folder each night.

Agenda/Homework Book – are a great way to maintain daily contact between school and home. Please check the agenda every night for homework assignments and any notes from your child’s teachers.

Interims/Report Cards – Interims will be sent home in the middle of the marking period. Report cards will be issued four times a year. These will inform you of your child’s progress. Both of these will require your signature.

Conferences – will be scheduled throughout the school year. However, we are available for conferences as needed.

Curriculum Information

Language Arts

Whole Language Approach

Novel Studies & Projects

Vocabulary Development

Grammar

Poetry

Writer’s Workshop

  • Narrative
  • Informational
  • Persuasive
  • Editing Skills

Math

Computation/Estimation

Problem-Solving

Fractions & Decimals

Whole Numbers & Integers

Geometry

Probability

Exponents

Ratios

Area, Perimeter, Volume

Data Analysis

Algebraic Concepts

Social Studies

Map Skills

Geography

Ancient Americans

Explorer

World Travel & Trade

Early American Settlements

Colonial Life

Current Events

Study Skills

Curriculum Information

Science

Earth Science

  • Rocks & Minerals
  • Planets
  • Fossils
  • Weather

Physical Science

  • Matter

Life Science

  • Ecosystems
  • Pollution
  • Watersheds
Homework

Homework will be checked daily. It must be done to receive credit for the assignment. Late assignments will not receive full credit. Parent/guardian should monitor homework daily through the student agenda.

Field Trips & Special Events

Outdoor School

Science Expo

Reading Olympics

Ice Cream Social

 1 in. 3-ring binder (agenda/home folder)

 1 package of wide-ruled loose

leaf paper

 1 spiral bound one subject

notebook for math

 1 marble notebook for LA
5 sharpened pencils with erasers

 3-ring pencil case (to fit in binder)

 Box of colored pencils (sharpened)
 2 boxes of tissues (for the class)
 2 highlighters
2 colored pens (ex: blue, green, red)
2 glue sticks

2 handheld pencil sharpeners

2 packs of index cards

 4 pads of sticky post-it notes

 1 pack dry erase markers

 Several erasers

 2 clean, clear 2 Liter soda bottles

(for science)

 5-Twin pocket portfolio

folders- You will need one of

each: red, blue, yellow, green, and

purple.

Additional items may be requested as the school year progresses.

A Note from your Teachers

Welcome to the fifth grade!

This is your child’s first year in the Middle School, and it will be a time of many transitions and changes. Our fifth grade program is designed to promote responsibility and respect for self and others in a safe and positive atmosphere. We have your child’s best interest in mind. Let’s work together to help your child have a great year!

Thank you in advance for your help and cooperation.

The Explorers Team

Welcome to the Explorers Team!

Upper Merion Area

Middle School

Fifth Grade

“Explore your mind, discover yourself, then give the best that is in you…”

Mrs. Colden

Room C-124

Ms. Conroy

Room C-128

Mrs. Cosgriff

Room C-126