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< Fifth Grade >

5th Grade

Philosophy

We believe in Child First/Student second to empower our fifth graders to be their own advocates! Our goal is to help students build resiliency and become responsible young adults!

Instructional Approach

The fifth grade instructional approach is to guide students in reaching their potential through inquiry based learning and persevere through challenges. 
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Curriculum details

Math: Ms. Vigilante (mono) and (Ms. Villalobos
Science: Ms. Doychich (mono) and Ms. Contreras (dual)
Social Studies - Mr. Yamashiro (dual) and Mr. Ambrosio (mono)
Reading- Ms. Ruiz (dual) and Ms. Rehner (mono)
SECAS: Ms. Jones, Mr. Pena, Ms. Roula
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CPS Grading Scale
90-100 = A (meets/exceeds standard)
80-89 = B (meets standard)
70-79 = C (approaching standard)
60-69 = D (not yet demonstrating an understanding of the standard)

Weights by Categories
50% Assessments - Child demonstrates mastery of content taught
50% Classwork - Daily practice toward content mastery goal (notebooks/labs/activities)
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Schedule

In 5th grade, students will spend 60 minutes in four content classes (ELA, Social Studies, Math, and Science). Students will rotate classrooms with their homerooms. They will also have an intervention block (WIN - What I Need) where they will receive supports for their individual or class needs. 

Expectations 

Locker Expectations
It is an exciting time for our students because 5th grade is the first year that they have their own locks and lockers.
Students are expected to…
  • Know their locker combination and open locker independently
  • Keep their locker cleaned and organized
  • Have materials needed for class at the start of the day
  • Use lockers appropriately

 Citizenship Requirements 
Students are expected to follow the BLAZE WAYS
  • Be Safe
  • Be Responsible
  • Be Respectful
How to be a 5th grader
Students should refer to the 5th Grade 101 document

Resources to use at home (links)

bateman.cps.edu/
www.ixl.com
www.newsela.com
www.raz-kids.com
www.library.cps.edu/
Virtual Library
Recommended Websites
These are websites that your child should use at home. Their login information is in their Agenda Book.

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Newton Bateman Elementary School 
​4220 N. Richmond, Chicago, IL 60618 
Phone: (773) 534-5055
  • Be Bateman
    • Our Mission & Vision
    • History of Bateman
    • Message from the Principal
    • Academics >
      • Grade Levels
      • Dual Language Overview
      • Essentials >
        • Library Science
        • Physical and Health Education
        • Fine Arts >
          • Visual Arts Overview
          • Bateman Art Blog
          • Music Overview
      • Social-Emotional >
        • Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS)
        • Second Step
        • Partnerships
      • Assessment
      • Beyond Bateman
    • Enrollment
    • CPS Policies & Guidelines
    • Bateman Spirit Wear
  • Be Connected
    • Contact Us
    • School Directory >
      • Administration and Staff
      • Teachers
      • Educational Support Personnel
    • School Tour >
      • Virtual Tour
  • Be Informed
    • Bateman News
    • Subscribe to the Buzz
    • Monthly Calendar
    • CPS Calendar
    • Supply Lists
    • Cafeteria Menu
    • Approved Snack List
  • Be Involved
    • Parents >
      • Submit an Absence
      • Volunteer
      • Make A Payment
      • Student/Parent Hand Book
      • Parent Portal
      • Local School Council (LSC) >
        • Bilingual Advisory Committee (BAC)
        • Bateman CIWP
      • Parent Committees >
        • Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
        • Bateman Boosters
    • Students >
      • Sports at Bateman
      • Bateman Basilisks
    • Before & After School >
      • Morning Care
      • PreK After Care
      • Neighborhood Boys Girls Club (NBGC)
      • FORGE After School >
        • After School [FORGE]