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A super quick update. I’m sorry for the last two days. The district rolled out its science coaches and 5th grade curriculum yesterday after school so that took up a portion of my evening. Then today I taught a technology class to my fellow teachers after school. So the last two evenings have been jam packed.
Today’s happenings:
CNN Students.
Libya -- small group of evil; Chicago school strike -- how does one evaluate a teacher? What was the bubonic plague? What do fleas on squirrels have to do with it today? The government is building a super energy house, why and what goes into being 0 energy use?
Back safety presentation from Dr. Palomares A big discussion is how backpacks are extremely helpful however they can be dangerous to our backs if misused.
Noun review and how some nouns are tricky. We discussed salami. Usually my favorite processed spiced meat is a noun however when used as “a salami sandwich” is it an adjective.
When to graph and when not to graph...why graph at all? The students did a great lesson on why graphs increase our understanding of numbers. For homework due on Monday, finish up their graph comparing costs of items in 1806 versus 2012. They were given a cost of items in 1806 and a safeway flyer with current day prices.
Math:
Chapter 1 test was returned.
Per district restrictions these tests can not be taken home. Students were able to assess what happened and go “CSI” on their test. Many students made simple mistakes of going way too quick and not following the explicit instructions.
As a reminder once a student shows they have done further practice on the chapter topic (e.g. more examples from the book, watched Kahn academy videos or master the subjects on www.IXL.com) they may schedule a retest. The first test score will be thrown out and the new test score will count towards grades/mastery.
Review for the Chapter 2 test -- students were given time to view what the test will be like tomorrow and also begin working on the chapter review (i.e. tonight’s homework).
Homework grades versus work assessed for mastery in class...
Daily homework and weekly homework will be given a “quick” grade of 1 or 0; I am looking to ensure they put in a complete effort, trying their best, and putting in the “mindful practice” that will lead to skill mastery. So the grading is quick and it is a 1 or 0; All 0 can be turned in for the first time or redone to bring up to a 1.
Graded work that I want to see mastery and often given in class. The exceptions would be the book reports/presentations and free-writes. Those will receive a 1, 2, 3 or 4 that models the report grades of “3” is on grade level, 2 is “approaching” grade level and 4 is beyond 5th grade.
The field trip -- we will need all of our drivers and they need to make sure they have their insurance up to speed. If you haven’t turned in your driver’s information this school year, you should get those forms from the office and also turn in a fresh new copy of your proof of insurance.
Mr. Hubbard
Homework for the week:
Math
Click here for all the chapter 2 notes
Page 46-47 1-14 all due Friday
Chapter 2 test is on Friday
All homework this week must follow format described above and modeled in my notes.
Free-Write due Friday
What would the world be like with no Saturdays?
1 page (if typed 12 to 14 font) or 20 consecutive minutes whichever comes first.
Don’t worry about spelling or grammar.
We are working on writing our ideas and brainstorming. We are more concerned with increasing our speed with thinking & writing.
Reading Summarizing is due on Friday
2 sided sheet with “Bon Appetit” on it.
George Washington -- reading/social studies is due on Friday
Spelling Test -- Here are this week’s words.
Lewis and Clark graphing -- due Monday
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