Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- When does the school day start for 5th grade?
- How much homework should my child have?
- What is the consequence of turning work in late?
- What is 'Friday Fun'?
- What is the purpose of the Red Folder?
- What is the purpose of the couches in the classroom?
- What are the field trips for this school year?
- How can I best communicate with the teacher?
- What are the uniform requirements?
- What is '10 and You Win'?
When does the school day start for 5th grade?
School starts a little earlier for 5th and 6th grade than it does
for the rest of the elementary school. The first bell rings at
7:45 am and class starts at 7:50. Monday through Thursday your
child will go to a rotation first period, either P.E., Art , or
Computers. On Friday, your child will come straight to the
classroom. Monday through Thursday the day ends at 3:15 pm. On
Friday, the day ends at 12:00, noon.
How much homework should my child have?
Each night your child will have accelerated reading (approx. 30
minutes),a reading comprehension worksheet, and math - either to
complete the day's lesson or a worksheet that reinforces the
day's lesson. In addition, your child will need to complete the
week's spelling workbook at home. This is assigned on Friday and
is due the following Thursday.
What is the consequence of turning work in late?
All late work, whether it is turned in 5 minutes late or a few
days late will be considered late. Late work is marked off by
50%. "No Name" papers are considered late.
What is 'Friday Fun'?
'Friday Fun' is a special time for all of the 5th grade classes.
Each Friday from 11:00 - 11:40 students who have no missing work
(Red Folders that have not been returned and signed are
considered missing work) are able to chose to go to a fun
activity. Examples would be - watch a movie in a classroom,
have extra recess, play board games in a classroom, learn a new
organized game outside,and more. Those students who have missing
work must go to study hall and try to get the work completed. All
four fifth grade classrooms participate in this activity.
What is the purpose of the Red Folder?
The red folder is our weekly communication. It includes a
behavior chart so you know how your child behaved during the past
week, missing work lists, progress reports every two - three
weeks,any test that I want you to see and sign, the school's
Wednesday Word, my Wednesday Word, field trip notes, and much
more. The red folder is due back to school the day after it goes
home. It needs to be signed and all late work is to be inside it.
Failure to do so results in not being able to participate in
Friday Fun.
What is the purpose of the couches in the classroom?
The couches in the room are used daily. We sit on them for
worship, group reading, and silent reading. They seem to help
generate a feeling of family.
What are the field trips for this school year?
We have many field trips in fifth grade. They are educational
trips that tie in with our units of study. We go sailing in
1800's type sail boat(History), Surfscience Overnight trip
(Science),International Printing Museum (History), Riley's Farm
(History), and Catalina Overnight trip (Science). We also do
reward trips at the end of the quarters for those students who
have turned in all of their schoolwork. We go skating, bowling,
and to Fiesta Village. Those students who are missing work stay
at school in a study hall to complete the missing work.
How can I best communicate with the teacher?
You can call the classroom (909-796-0161 ext. 1495) and if the
students are not in the room I will answer. If the students are
in the room, you can leave a message and I will get back to you
as soon as possible. If you call my home, please try to do so
before 9:00 pm.
The red folder is also an excellent way to send notes back and
forth.
Homework Hotline is a great place to call for information ( 909-
796-0161 ext. 1405). I update it every afternoon before I leave
school with the things we did during the day, the homework for
the evening, and any extra information I think you might need.
What are the uniform requirements?
All uniforms are to bought from True Grits, located in Riverside.
Students in grades 4-6 have the choice between maroon, white,
navy blue, and green polo shirts. There are also long-sleeved
maroon polos and navy blue polos. Girls will now have the option
of a long sleeved blouse. The boys must wear either khaki or navy
blue pants or shorts. Girls can wear navy blue or khaki pants,
skirts, or skorts. Girls also have the choice of a maroon shell
sweater and a plaid skirt. Girls can wear leggings, however they
must be solid colors - either grey, white, maroon, navy, or
black. Outer wear, coats, sweatshirts, and sweaters, must be from
True Grits. True Grits has two choices of sweatshirts, one
cardigan sweater, and a thermal-lined jacket.
What is '10 and You Win'?
'Ten and You Win' is a motivational tool. When the class as a
whole receives ten unsolicited compliments from someone other
than me, they can choose a fun activity to do. Some examples
would be crazy hair & dress day, lunch at Del Taco, Chuck E.
Cheese, and rootbeer floats and a movie.