What's happening in Language Arts?

We are starting our POETRY Unit! Since songs are the most popular type of poetry, print off your favorite song lyrics (appropriate for school) and give them to Ms. Denney. You'll have your own poetry books in a few weeks.

Read some 5th grade "Words of Wisdom."


Slideshow

Click through a slideshow that tells a little about the 5th grade and Ms. Denney's class.


Weekly Homework Schedule:
Monday -- Spelling assigned | Wednesday -- Spelling due | Friday -- TEST

You will need the following school supplies for Language Arts:

  • * 3-subject notebook (with at least 120 sheets)
  • * a pencil sharpener to keep at your desk
  • * a Language Arts folder (orange)
  • * a pouch for pencils (no plastic boxes are allowed in 5th grade)

For all classes, you will need art supplies for projects: glue, scissors, ruler, and something to color with (crayons or colored pencils)

Check your grades online:

Usernames and passwords = sent home with the first Interim Report.
If you remember the information from last year, you can track your progress on Progress Book using the same username & password.

Grading Scale:

A+
100-
 -
93
A-
B+
92 -
-
85
B-
C+
84 -
-
77
C-
D+
76 -
 -
70
D-
F
69 &
  
below
F

February 3, 2012