What happens if I don't have my homework in on time?
In the first term of fifth grade you receive an OOPS slip to be signed by a parent and returned the next day with the completed assignment. Points are taken off for tardiness. If it's not in that second day, a detention is given. WORD OF ADVICE: TRY TO BE ORGANIZED!Back to Top
In the first term of fifth grade you receive an OOPS slip to be signed by a parent and returned the next day with the completed assignment. Points are taken off for tardiness. If it's not in that second day, a detention is given. WORD OF ADVICE: TRY TO BE ORGANIZED!
How can I contact the teachers?
Notes can be delivered by the students or left in the mailboxes in the office. Also teachers can be left voicemails or email messages which will be responded to in a timely manner.Mrs.Ferguson (978-475-2414x38) mferguson@staugustineandover.orgMrs. Landers(978-475-2414x37)klanders@staugustineandover.org Back to Top
Notes can be delivered by the students or left in the mailboxes in the office. Also teachers can be left voicemails or email messages which will be responded to in a timely manner.Mrs.Ferguson (978-475-2414x38) mferguson@staugustineandover.orgMrs. Landers(978-475-2414x37)klanders@staugustineandover.org
What general information should I know about what is expected in fifth grade?
What are the Grade 5 Expectations?Parent Information Night 2011Grade 5Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. LandersTexts: Names and Publishers:Science: Harcourt Social Studies: Scott ForesmanMath: MacMillan McGraw Hill Reading: Scott ForesmanLanguage Arts: Houghton Mifflin, Vocabulary: Sadlier Religion: SadlierHomework:Assignments should engage students for one to one and a half hours per night. Long-range assignments will provide students with the opportunity to plan their time/ workload accordingly. Long-range assignments may include projects, book reports, etc. Assessment:In addition to daily observation and interaction with your children, the following tools may be utilized to assess their mastery of and engagement in our various subjects: Reports (Written, Oral) Tests/Quizzes Projects (Oral/Written, Creative, Visual) PortfoliosTests/Quizzes:Usually one week advanced notice will be given for a major test. Most quizzes will have a day or two notice. Tests and quizzes below 70% need to be signed by a parent and returned.Grading Procedure:Tests/Projects/Reports 60%Quizzes 30%HW/Participation 10%Class/Parent Expectations:-Please refer to school handbook for guidelines on discipline, dress code, make-up work -Timely arrival and attendance are extremely important-Yellow folders go home approx. every 10 days for parent comment and signature-Teacher web for homework assignments and upcoming events http://teacherweb.com/MA/StAugustineSchool/MrsLanders OR /MrsFerguson-Phone is the best way to contact teachers; email is available Mrs. Landers ext37 klanders@staugustineschool.org Mrs. Ferguson ext38 mferguson@staugustineschool.orgBack to Top
What are the Grade 5 Expectations?Parent Information Night 2011Grade 5Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. LandersTexts: Names and Publishers:Science: Harcourt Social Studies: Scott ForesmanMath: MacMillan McGraw Hill Reading: Scott ForesmanLanguage Arts: Houghton Mifflin, Vocabulary: Sadlier Religion: SadlierHomework:Assignments should engage students for one to one and a half hours per night. Long-range assignments will provide students with the opportunity to plan their time/ workload accordingly. Long-range assignments may include projects, book reports, etc. Assessment:In addition to daily observation and interaction with your children, the following tools may be utilized to assess their mastery of and engagement in our various subjects: Reports (Written, Oral) Tests/Quizzes Projects (Oral/Written, Creative, Visual) PortfoliosTests/Quizzes:Usually one week advanced notice will be given for a major test. Most quizzes will have a day or two notice. Tests and quizzes below 70% need to be signed by a parent and returned.Grading Procedure:Tests/Projects/Reports 60%Quizzes 30%HW/Participation 10%Class/Parent Expectations:-Please refer to school handbook for guidelines on discipline, dress code, make-up work -Timely arrival and attendance are extremely important-Yellow folders go home approx. every 10 days for parent comment and signature-Teacher web for homework assignments and upcoming events http://teacherweb.com/MA/StAugustineSchool/MrsLanders OR /MrsFerguson-Phone is the best way to contact teachers; email is available Mrs. Landers ext37 klanders@staugustineschool.org Mrs. Ferguson ext38 mferguson@staugustineschool.org