December 20, 2017

Tomorrow don't forget to bring a dessert for the class party! :)


Lang Arts

none

Math

none

Science (Hewitt)

none

Science (Pimenta)

none

December 19, 2017

Language Arts

reading log due 12 / 21

Math

none

Science (Hewitt)

worksheet : vascular plants

Science (Pimenta)

worksheet : cells

p. 43 # 1 - 6

Legacy bricks

​LEGACY BRICK - order form ​

What would make a great Christmas present and can also be claimed as a charitable deduction on your tax return? LEGACY BRICKS!

$220 - 4 x 8
$400 - 8 x 8

https://drive.google.com/…/1lgOSIn3EM4VWOyfd8nhGuQRu5L…/view

It's not too late to buy a LEGACY BRICK. 60% of the profit will go towards reducing cost for 5th grade activities, and 40% will go towards MKS (to support the arts).
$220 - 4 x 8
$400 - 8 x 8

Tax ID MKS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity.

Dine out night this Thursday: please note it's at the Habit on Glendale Ave

Mark your calendar!
Our next Dine Out Night is at The Habit
on Wednesday, December 20, 2017
from 4-10pm

Thank you for your support!

DINE OUT FUNDRAISER UPDATES: 

CPK Dine out night	$667.70	10/31/17
McDonalds (20%)	$838.00	10/31/17
McDonalds Tips	$140.00	10/31/17

Islands - $406.36 (waiting for the check)

Christmas party

For our Christmas party this year, we are just going to have a dessert bar for after lunch and will be watching a Christmas movie.  Please bring a sack lunch that day and plenty of Christmas cheer!

December 18, 2017

Language Arts

reading log due 12 / 21

Math

test tomorrow (study the red pages)

p. 296, finish p. 298

Science (Hewitt)

none

Science (Pimenta)

none

Math test Alert

Tuesday.  Division.  Study the red pages!

December 14, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 103 - 106, 108

vocabulary boxes (p. 104)

reading journal

reading log due 12 / 21

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

finish p. 283-284

Science (Hewitt)

none

Science (Pimenta)

none

New dine out night!!

December 13, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 103 - 106, 108

vocabulary boxes (p. 104)

reading journal

reading log due 12 / 21

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

finish p. 279

Science (Hewitt)

none


Science (Pimenta)

none

December 12, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 103 - 106, 108

vocabulary boxes (p. 104)

reading log due 12 / 21

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

finish p. 277

Science (Hewitt)

none

sign test

Science (Pimenta)

worksheet : cells

December 11, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 103 - 106, 108

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

none

Science (Hewitt)

none

Science (Pimenta)

p. 33 # 1 - 6

5th grade parent meeting (camp)

There will be a 5th grade parent meeting on Jan 10 from 6 to 7pm in the Keppel cafeteria discussing the budget, fundraisers, promotion, and science camp.  A rep from Wolf Adventures Camp will be on hand to attend to any questions or concerns.  Hope to see you there!

December 7, 2017

All was well with the field trip, homework assignments are the same as yesterday

Language Arts

workbook p. 98 - 102

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

vocabulary boxes due Friday

Math

p. 265

Science (Hewitt only)

none

Science (Pimenta only)

none 

December 6, 2017

note: Tomorrow's field trip will proceed as planned.  We will be indoors away from any smoke layer, and will return to eat our sack lunch at Keppel instead of eating at Griffith Park.

Language Arts

workbook p. 98 - 102

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

vocabulary boxes due Friday

Math

p. 265

Science (Hewitt only)

none

Science (Pimenta only)

none 

December 5, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 98 - 102

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

vocabulary boxes due Friday

Math

p. 249

Science (Hewitt only)

none

Science (Pimenta only)

none 

December 4, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 98 - 102

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

Math

p. 243 - 244 odds

Science (Hewitt only)

Ch. 1 test tomorrow

Science (Pimenta only)

none 

parent chaperones

I need three parent chaperones for the 12/7 field trip to the Griffith Observatory.  They are rather strict up there and have asked that no small (non 5th grade) children accompany parents on the trip.  If you can help out, I would love it.  First come first served! It's a fun day out from what I feel is the best free spot in Los Angeles.

November 30, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 92 - 96

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

worksheet: grammar

Math

no homework, finishing test tomorrow still

Science (Hewitt only)

Ch. 1 test next Tues (12/5)

Science (Pimenta only)

Ch. 9 test Friday 

November 29, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 92 - 96

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

worksheet: grammar

Math

no homework, finishing test tomorrow

Science (Hewitt only)

Ch. 1 test next Tues (12/5)

Science (Pimenta only)

Ch. 9 test Friday (sorry for the postponement!!)

November 28, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 92 - 96

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 12/8 (needs at least one fiction entry)

Math

p. 233

p. 234 (optional, for your own study purposes)

test tomorrow

Science (Hewitt only)

Ch. 1 test next Tues (12/5)

Science (Pimenta only)

Ch. 9 test Friday (sorry for the postponement!!)

November 27, 2017

I hope everybody had a lovely break with their families - now it's back to work for three more weeks!

Language Arts

workbook p. 92 - 96

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

p. 203 # 3 - 15

test Wednesday

Science (Hewitt only)

worksheet: diversity of organisms

Ch. 1 test next Tues (12/5)

Science (Pimenta only)

Ch. 9 test tomorrow 

November 16, 2017

note: don't forget to bring your report card envelope back with a parent signature

Language Arts

reading log:
parent signature
needs at least one example of expository text
put questions in the "comments" section
due Friday (11/17)

workbook p. 84 - 87, 89

RCC book p. 60 - 65

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

p. 193 - 194 odd

Science (Hewitt only)

test signed

Science (Pimenta only)

none

November 15, 2017

Language Arts

reading log:
parent signature
needs at least one example of expository text
put questions in the "comments" section
due Friday (11/17)

workbook p. 84 - 87, 89

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

worksheet: from cells to organisms

Science (Pimenta only)

none

November 14, 2017

Language Arts

reading log:
parent signature
needs at least one example of expository text
put questions in the "comments" section
due Friday (11/17)

workbook p. 84 - 87, 89

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

worksheet: from cells to organisms

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: salts

November 13, 2017

Language Arts

reading log:
parent signature
needs at least one example of expository text
put questions in the "comments" section
due Friday (11/17)

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

p. 43 # 1 - 6

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: salts

Science Camp notice

Hi 5th Grade Parents,

This letter was sent home in last week's Thursday folder. Please have your child submit it by Wednesday, November 15th.

If your child is going to camp, please make checks payable to MKS. 

Thank you, 

5th Grade Committee

November 7, 2017

Language Arts

no spelling / vocabulary test this week

reading log:
parent signature
needs at least one example of expository text
put questions in the "comments" section
due Friday (11/17)

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Note: We have been working on a writing unit for the past three weeks.  We have been writing multiple drafts and stories, revising, editing, peer editing, and finally picking out a piece for "publication".  The book is to be typed or neatly written with a cover, illustrations, etc.  Students have artistic freedom to design this any way they wish, and I have no requirements for font, spacing, size, and the like.  Feel free to contact me any time if you have any questions at mhewitt@gusd.net

Math

p. 181 - 182

Science (Hewitt only)

worksheet: cells (due tomorrow)

Science (Pimenta only)

p. 33 # 1 - 6

November 6, 2017

Language Arts

no spelling / vocabulary test this week

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Note: We have been working on a writing unit for the past three weeks.  We have been writing multiple drafts and stories, revising, editing, peer editing, and finally picking out a piece for "publication".  The book is to be typed or neatly written with a cover, illustrations, etc.  Students have artistic freedom to design this any way they wish, and I have no requirements for font, spacing, size, and the like.  Feel free to contact me any time if you have any questions at mhewitt@gusd.net

Math

p. 179

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: metals and alloys (due tomorrow)

Please don't forget about Keppel Rocks: money goes to 5th grade!

Teachers -- please post that checks can be payable to MKS. 

Thank you!!!!

Dear 5th Grade Parents,

Keppel Rocks is just around the corner.  We are given the opportunity to raise funds for 5th grade activities.  5th grade is in charge of concessions with this year's event.  We will receive 20% of all earnings from Keppel Rocks.  Please consider helping us on Friday, November 3rd.  We have time slots for set up, sales and clean up.  We appreciate anything that you can offer.  Every opportunity to raise funds will help decrease our costs for this year's fun activities.  Your support is greatly needed. We hope to see you all there!


~Virginia Porter and 5th Grade Commitee



http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080d4ba9a62aabf58-keppel

November 2, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 6, 79 - 82

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Note: We have been working on a writing unit for the past three weeks.  We have been writing multiple drafts and stories, revising, editing, peer editing, and finally picking out a piece for "publication".  The book is to be typed or neatly written with a cover, illustrations, etc.  Students have artistic freedom to design this any way they wish, and I have no requirements for font, spacing, size, and the like.  Feel free to contact me any time if you have any questions at mhewitt@gusd.net

worksheet: the four types of sentences

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

p. 33 # 1 - 6 write all questions (due Monday)

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: metals and alloys (due Monday)

November 1, 2017

I hope our glucose hangovers aren't too bad today!

Language Arts

workbook p. 79 - 82

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Note: We have been working on a writing unit for the past three weeks.  We have been writing multiple drafts and stories, revising, editing, peer editing, and finally picking out a piece for "publication".  The book is to be typed or neatly written with a cover, illustrations, etc.  Students have artistic freedom to design this any way they wish, and I have no requirements for font, spacing, size, and the like.  Feel free to contact me any time if you have any questions at mhewitt@gusd.net

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

p. 33 # 1 - 6 write all questions (due Monday)

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: metals and alloys (due Monday)

Keppel Rocks - please read - a 5th grade event!!

Dear 5th Grade Parents,

Keppel Rocks is just around the corner.  We are given the opportunity to raise funds for 5th grade activities.  5th grade is in charge of concessions with this year's event.  We will receive 20% of all earnings from Keppel Rocks.  Please consider helping us on Friday, November 3rd.  We have time slots for set up, sales and clean up.  We appreciate anything that you can offer.  Every opportunity to raise funds will help decrease our costs for this year's fun activities.  Your support is greatly needed. We hope to see you all there!


~Virginia Porter and 5th Grade Committee



http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080d4ba9a62aabf58-keppel

October 31, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 79 - 82

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Math

none

Science (Hewitt only)

none

Science (Pimenta only)

worksheet: metals and alloys

October 30, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 79 - 82

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

book due Wednesday (11/8)

Math

none

sign Ch. 3 test

Science (Hewitt only)

test Tuesday (10/31)

Science (Pimenta only)

p. 431 # 1 - 6 (due Tuesday 10/31)

UCLA Football

Mark Keppel has 250 tickets for the UCLA - Arizona game on Saturday November 11 at the Rose Bowl.  Please email me if you are interested.

October 25, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 80, 81

worksheet: compound sentence parts

all work this week is due Monday 10/30

Math

p. 161, 162

test tomorrow

Science (Hewitt only)

quiz tomorrow

test Tuesday (10/31)

p. 450 # 1 - 8 (write the questions)

p. 452 - 453 # 1 - 12

Science (Pimenta only)

p. 431 # 1 - 6 (due Tuesday 10/31)

October 24, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 80, 81

worksheet: compound sentence parts

all work this week is due Monday 10/30

Math

p. 153, 154

test Thursday

Science (Hewitt only)

quiz Thursday (10/26)

test Tuesday (10/31)

Science (Pimenta only)

p. 431 # 1 - 6 (due Tuesday 10/31)

October 23, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 80, 81

worksheet: simple predicates, verb phrases

Math

p. 147, 148 odd

test Thursday

Science (Hewitt only)

worksheet: salts

quiz Thursday (10/26)

test Tuesday (10/31)

Open Studio

My class is holding a music performance as an "open studio" on Monday, Oct 30.  The performance starts at 12:15 and should be no longer than 30 minutes.

October 19, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 73 - 77

vocabulary boxes p. 73

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

bring an example of an advertisement, flyer, or brochure for Friday

Math

p. 141, 142

Science

worksheet: salts (Hewitt) due Monday

October 18, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 73 - 77

vocabulary boxes p. 73

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

bring an example of an advertisement, flyer, or brochure for Friday

Math

p. 139

Science

none

October 16, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 73 - 77

bring an advertisement, flyer, or brochure on Friday to use as an example of expository text

Math

none

Science

none

Red Ribbon Week

October 12, 2017

Lang Arts

Assignment Info:

Write a family story told to you by your parents or grandparents.
minimum 1 page, double spaced
font: Times New Roman, size 12
hard due date: October 13

note: if you are having printer issues, send me your paper electronically before 8:15

also:

grammar worksheet: verb phrases
workbook pages 67 - 71
spelling / vocabulary test Friday
vocabulary boxes p. 67

Math

p. 129 all problems

Science

p. 417 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta's class) due Tuesday 10/17

worksheet: metals and alloys (Hewitt's class) due tomorrow

October 11, 2017

Lang Arts

Assignment Info:

Write a family story told to you by your parents or grandparents.
minimum 1 page, double spaced
font: Times New Roman, size 12
hard due date: October 13

also:

workbook pages 67 - 71
spelling / vocabulary test Friday
vocabulary boxes p. 67

Math

p. 127 odd problems

Science

p. 417 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta's class) due Tuesday 10/17

worksheet: metals and alloys (Hewitt's class) due tomorrow

URL for live stream with 5th grade camp counsellors

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/keppel-tv

October 10, 2017

Lang Arts

Assignment Info:

Write a family story told to you by your parents or grandparents.
minimum 1 page, double spaced
font: Times New Roman, size 12
hard due date: October 13

also:

workbook pages 67 - 71
spelling / vocabulary test Friday
vocabulary boxes p. 67

Math

p. 121 all problems

Science

p. 417 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta's class) due Tuesday 10/17

p. 431 # 1 - 6 (Hewitt's class) due tomorrow

test signed and returned

Special offer for Pimenta's class! - If you received a "1", you may return the test tomorrow October 11 with the correct answers,  signed by a parent and I will raise your score to a "2".


DON'T FORGET - Mc Teacher's Night on Wednesday night.  This is a HUGE fundraiser with 20 percent of Mc Donald's profit that night going to Mark Keppel's 5th grade.  Meet us at the Mc Donald's on Central from 5 to 8 pm.  See you there!!!

October 9, 2017

Lang Arts

Assignment Info:

Write a family story told to you by your parents or grandparents.
minimum 1 page, double spaced
font: Times New Roman, size 12
hard due date: October 13

also:

workbook pages 67 - 71
spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

p. 117 - 118 odd problems

Science

test signed and returned (Hewitt's class only)

Special offer! - If you received a "1", you may return the test tomorrow October 10 with the correct answers,  signed by a parent and I will raise your score to a "2".


DON'T FORGET - Mc Teacher's Night on Wednesday night.  This is a HUGE fundraiser with 20 percent of Mc Donald's profit that night going to Mark Keppel's 5th grade.  Meet us at the Mc Donald's on Central from 5 to 8 pm.  See you there!!!

October 4, 2017

Lang Arts

see yesterday

Math 

none

Science

worksheet: chemical reactions (Hewitt)

October 3, 2017

Lang Arts

p. 61 - 65

vocabulary boxes p. 61

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

p. 102

test tomorrow!

October 2, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 61 - 65

spelling / vocab test Friday

Math

p. 102 whole page

test Wednesday

Science

test Tuesday (Pimenta's class only)

September 28, 2017

Lang arts

workbook: p. 53, 54, 55, 58

vocabulary boxes p. 53

spelling / vocabulary test

reading log due (signed, min. one example of expository text)

Math

p. 98, 99 all

test Tuesday - adding / subtracting decimals

Science

test Tuesday (Pimenta's class)

September 27, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 53, 54, 55, 58

vocab boxes p. 53

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

reading logs due Friday (signed, with min. one example expository text)

worksheet: simple predicates

Math

p. 93, 94 odd

September 26, 2017

Lang Arts

p. 53, 54, 55, 58

vocabulary boxes (p. 53)

spelling / vocabulary test Friday

reading logs due 9/29: signed, needs one example of expository text

Math

p. 87, 88 odds

Science

worksheet: compounds

Camp Survey

Have you taken the 5th grade Science Camp survey yet? It's quick - trust me!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScubY2yr1I69orNslJ4H3tVPZSCWCCdoi1VbREfek6_R869Gg/viewform

Wizarding Wednesday

 

It’s Wizarding Wednesday Spirit Day at

Mark Keppel . . .

Help us turn Keppel into Hogwarts

Keppel kids have earned a school wide reward for earning so many Keppel Cards.  

Wednesday, September 27th we will have a school wide Spirit Day.  All staff and students are invited to participate.  What does that mean?

• Wear your favorite Harry Potter t-shirt, sweatshirt, scarf, tie, robe, hat, etc.  (all must be school appropriate and not interfere with classwork - no masks, wands or brooms)
• Classes are invited to decorate their doors for an optional Door Decorating contest. Winning doors will receive a special treat.  

Look around the school for “transformations” that might be made to make Keppel look a little more like Hogwarts.

September 25, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 53, 54, 55, 58

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log Friday: signed with one example of expository text

Math

p. 81, 82 odds

test on adding / subtracting decimals next week

Science

test tomorrow (Hewitt's class only)

Free coding class

FREE SCRATCH CLASSES for 4th and 5th  

Parent survey for camp

Fifth grade committee has a brief survey for camp that they would like you to fill out.  Here's the link...

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScubY2yr1I69orNslJ4H3tVPZSCWCCdoi1VbREfek6_R869Gg/viewform

September 21, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 48 - 51

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading log due 9/29 (needs one example of expository text)

Math

p. 75 - 76 odd problems

Science

worksheet: compounds

September 20, 2017

Lang Arts

same work as before, no additions

Math

p. 69, 70 odd problems

Science

worksheet: compounds

September 19, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook p. 48 - 51 due Friday

vocabulary boxes (p. 48) due Friday

spelling / vocab test Friday

reading logs due 9/29 - needs one entry of expository text minimum

Math

p. 63 (evens)

Science

worksheet : mixtures (Pimenta)

September 18, 2017

Lang Arts

workbook pages 48 - 51

Spelling / vocabulary test Friday

Math

p. 63 (odds)

test needs to be signed

Science

p. 397  # 1 - 6 (Hewitt's class only)

Scratch class (coding)

(Via Mrs. Faieta)...Isabella Bruyere (Hoover student) will be teaching the SCRATCH class once again. 

2:15 - 3:00 (optional) Homework Club. The location will be Mrs. Brohier's class . It's optional since students may want to go home and come back. This will be supervised by Derek Bruyere as Isabella is still in class until 2:55. 

3:00 - 4:00 Scratch Class 

Any questions?

Contact Mrs. Faieta at afaieta@gusd.net

5th grade meeting info

My apologies for being unable to blog last night...

Here is a summary of the 5th grade parent meeting in a quick video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM6FWttAaos&feature=youtu.be

and in power point format

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1vCnXfRlirhsJ-PNzMbdKF0t0cY-Xy_0pyqOeRz3mI7Y/edit#slide=id.g1fedb65e17_0_211

September 13, 2017

Lang Arts

all assignments due Friday, including vocabulary boxes and reading log

Math

test tomorrow

Science

worksheet: element discovery

FIRST 5th grade dine out night!!

Come to our first 5th grade dine out night and help the 5th grade earn money towards all of our fun activities (including camp!) at the end of the year.

I have sent home a flyer today...

It's at CPK on Brand Blvd in Glendale on Thursday September 21.  Bring the flyer any time that day and 5th grade will receive 20%

I hope to catch you there :)

September 12, 2017

Language Arts

p. 42, 43, 44, 46

Spelling / vocab test next Friday (p. 42, 46)

vocabulary boxes (p. 42) due Friday

reading log (comments are to be about text/text connections) due Friday signed

Math

test this Thursday

Science

p. 385 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta's class)

worksheet : mixtures (Hewitt's class)

September 11, 2017

Lang Arts

p. 42, 43, 44, 46

reading log due Friday (signed, put text / text connections in comment section)

Math

no homework: test this Thursday

Science

worksheet: mixtures (Hewitt's class only)

PTA Reflections

Here's the site with the rules for the PTA Reflections contest in case anyone is interested...

http://capta.org/resource/rules-and-guidelines/

September 7, 2017

Language Arts

vocabulary boxes (p. 37) due Monday

spelling / vocabulary test tomorrow

Math

p. 50 all

test next Thursday

Science

none

September 6, 2017

My apologies for lack of a blog post last night: for some reason, the website wouldn't let me log in...

Language Arts

workbook pages 37 - 40

reading log due Friday (signed, with text / self connections)

Math

workbook page 45, 46 (skip # 7)

August 31, 2017

I hope everyone enjoyed BTSN last night.  It was a pleasure getting to meet people and becoming reacquainted.  Here's tonight's homework:

Language Arts

The following are due tomorrow, as we've been working on these assignments all week...

Practice book pages 31 # 1 - 6, 32, 33, 34, 35

Vocabulary boxes from p.31

Spelling / vocabulary quiz is this Friday

Reading log is due Sept. 8

Math

p. 39 all problems

Science

worksheet : classifying elements (due Tuesday)

August 30, 2017

Note: Back to School Night is in the cafeteria so you can meet all three teachers.  No children allowed, as there is no day care available

No homework tonight

August 29, 2017

Lang Arts

In addition to yesterday's work, I have added...

Practice book p. 33

Vocabulary boxes for the six words on Practice book p. 31

You NEED to have a reading book that you truly ENJOY for Thursday's silent reading.  NO MORE using the reader!! Thank you!

due Friday

Math

p. 33, 34 odd problems due Friday

Science

p. 373 # 1 - 6 due Thursday

August 28, 2017

Don't forget: back to school night is Wednesday (7:00 to 8:00pm), which is a minimum day (dismissal at 12:05)

Today's assignments:

Language Arts

Read "The Night of San Juan" (p. 150 - 161)

Practice book page 31 # 1 - 6 (quiz Friday), 32, 35 (quiz Friday)

Math

none

Science

none

August 24, 2017

Language Arts

nothing new, just have the week's work complete by tomorrow

we will have a practice spelling test tomorrow

bring a book to read daily that you enjoy

Math

none

Science

p. 359 # 1 - 3, 5, 6

August 23, 2017

Tonight's work

Language Arts

almost the same as last night, have all finished by Friday

"Rope Burn" project

Practice book p. 23 # 1 - 6, 24, 25, 26, 28

Practice spelling quiz Friday (it doesn't count)

Math

p. 15, 16 odd numbered problems

Science

worksheet : properties of matter (due Friday)

August 22, 2017

Today's Homework

Language Arts

"Rope Burn" comic project

Practice book p 23 # 1 - 6, 24, 28

Spelling test Friday

Math

page 9 - 10 odd number problems

Science

worksheet: properties of matter (due Thursday for Hewitt's class, tomorrow for Pimenta's class)

Other

two blue info cards filled out by parents

I sure could use some donations of Kleenex and printer paper if at all possible :)

August 21, 2017

Thankfully we have all survived Solar Eclipse Day 2017 with corneas intact.  Onward!

Tonight's homework...

Science

Fictional Narrative (p. 349) both classes

Here's a good math game online.  All multiplying / dividing facts should be at automaticity, meaning you must be able to recall them quickly

http://www.multiplication.com/games/play/quick-flash-ii

August 18, 2017

So... week number one is down.  We have started to implement classroom procedures and gradually begin our 5th grade academic careers.  No assignments or anything most weekends.  Enjoy!

Information on the upcoming solar eclipse

https://www.gusd.net/site/Default.aspx?PageID=7048

Complete this year's registration paperwork online if you'd like

Dear GUSD Elementary Families,

Welcome back to another wonderful school year in the GUSD!

Today you received a Returning Student Registration packet from your school with forms to update your child's information, including parent contact information, emergency contacts, Parent Handbook forms, and financial aid/benefit information. 

If you haven't already, we encourage you to save time by completing these forms online in your Q Parent Connection Portal.

If you complete the Returning Student Registration forms online, or if you already logged into Parent Connection and completed these forms over the summer, then you do not need to complete the paper forms. If you prefer to complete a paper form, please return the form(s) to your school as instructed.

How do I complete my Returning Student Registration online?

1. Visit the Parent Connection portal at parent.gusd.net
2. Log in using your PIN # and password
3. Click “Returning Student Registration” in the top right corner
4. Update your student and parent/guardian information for each section (note: each parent/guardian will need to update their information using their individual PIN/password)

What if I do not know my PIN/password?

Visit parent.gusd.net and click “Need Your Login Information?” An email with your personal PIN and TEMPORARY PASSWORD will be sent to the email address we have on file.

Need additional support?

Online Support: Click here to view our online RSR instructional guide.

For additional assistance, please call or visit your school office.

August 17, 2017

Day # 2 - done and dusted!

We have had a nice couple of days brushing up on procedures and introducing the 5th grade curriculum.

No homework as of yet, although assignments will slowly start to trickle in.  Nothing major

I do need the state lunch program form filled out physically (you can just mark a check for "no" if you'd like in the top right hand corner) or online.  These forms determine our eligibility for Title I funding and we need to know our demographics.

Today's parent assignment is to fill out the white information card, which does need to be physically filled out so that our office has a hard copy.

I don't send out Thursday folders on Thursdays for a signature.  The folder can be daily used to send home flyers and corrected assignments.

Thank you all so much for the early support! Please know that if you need anything or have any questions or concerns that my door is open any time, and you may call or email (mhewitt@gusd.net)

Open Studio update

My apologies on cancelling today's open studio with Ms. Glaser.  The class didn't seem too happy about having to perform on Play Day and Ms. Glaser was unable to reschedule.

Mrs. Acitelli's Open Studio is still on tomorrow at 9:10 - see you there!

Open Studio times

All parents are welcome to come visit and attend our music performances this year.
Here are the dates and times:

Ms. Glaser's dance class

May 30 from 1:10 - 2:10


Mrs. Acitelli's music class

May 31 from 9:15 - 10:00

May 15, 2017

Language Arts

workbook pages 145 - 150

spelling / vocabulary test Friday (spelling words are on p. 150, vocabulary words are on p. 145)

Math

worksheet: fraction review

Science

none, but study!  I will try to have a quiz or test next week

Keppel / Toll Coffee with the Principal

Joint Keppel/Toll Principal Coffee:  Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 16th at 8:15am in the cafeteria for a joint coffee with the principals. Dr. Thomas Crowther and Ms. Siegal will be available to discuss upcoming events and answer any questions you may have.

May 4, 2017

No homework this week due to testing, at least from me!

Science Expo project due next week.  Please, please email me if you have any questions.  It's meant to be fun!!

May 1, 2017

Language Arts

none

Math

none: testing

Science

p. 359 # 1 - 6

Apr. 26, 2017

Language Arts

none - testing

Math

none - testing

Science

none

a clean sheet!

Apr. 25, 2017

Lang Arts

testing this week, no spelling / vocab test or homework

Math

worksheet : subtracting fractions

Science

none

We are testing all week - please arrive rested, on time, well fed! 

Apr. 19, 2017

Language Arts

due Friday:

vocabulary boxes (p. 135)

workbook p. 135, 136, 137, 138

spelling / vocab test this Friday (vocab words p. 135, spelling words p. 138)

Math

working currently on ordered pairs

Science

worksheet : types of matter

Apr. 13, 2017

Lang Arts

No spelling / vocabulary test tomorrow

Workbook pages 129 - 133 are due however

Math

none

Science

worksheet : properties of matter

test from Ch. 6 needs to be signed

5th Grade Night out at Flapper's

This promises to be so much fun!!

Here's the info:

http://flapperscomedy.com/site/indexT.php?pg=showdetail_pageT&id=45226

Apr. 11, 2017

Language Arts

no spelling / vocab test this week

Math

none, working on conversion of units (cups to pints, for example)

Science

p. 149 # 1 - 6

Apr. 6, 2017

Language Arts

spelling / vocabulary test tomorrow

workbook pages due tomorrow

Math

none

Science

p. 328 # 1 - 8 (write questions) (Pimenta)

p. 329 # 9 - 12 (complete sentences) (Pimenta)

test Monday!!!!!

Apr. 5, 2017

Language Arts

none: spelling / vocabulary test this Friday

Math

none

currently studying volume

Science

p. 328 - 329 # 1 - 12 (Hewitt)

p. 330 - 331 # 1 - 12 (Hewitt)

Tomorrow our class day to attend the book fair!

Parent Survey

Have you taken the GUSD parent survey yet?  Let your voice be heard!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2017ParentCultureSurvey

Apr. 4, 2017

Language Arts

none

Math

none

Science

worksheet : gravity and orbit (both classes)

Ch. 6 test Monday!!

Next 5th grade bonding activity!

Flappers Comedy Club
Two Milk Minimum

Saturday April 15

4.30 - 6 pm

Flappers Burbank
102 E. Magnolia

Tickets are $10

Funds raised will go to 5th grade Colonial Day

All students welcome

* There is a two item minimum purchase required

Apr. 3, 2017

Language Arts

workbook p. 123, 124, 125, 127

spelling / vocab test Friday: words on p. 123, 127

Math

none

Science

worksheet: gravity and orbit (Hewitt)

p. 323 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta)

Please bring Toll elective forms by Friday, even if you are not attending

Mar. 13, 2017

Today was Picture Day for the panoramic and promotion photos, which took up most of the morning.

Don't forget our Dine Out Night promotion this week (Monday through Thursday).  If the time change has wreaked havoc with your circadian rhythms and you don't feel much like cooking, order a pizza from Two Guys From Italy and mention the Mark Keppel 5th grade promotion.  SO much better than Domino's, Pizza Hut, Papa John and Big Mama!!

Science

p. 313 # 1 - 6 (Pimenta)

p. 323 # 1 - 6 (Hewitt)

Parent Survey

Let your voice be heard!!!! (Just be kind to me)

Here's the link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2017ParentCultureSurvey

Camp meetings

Parent Meeting

6:30 Tuesday

Kids Meeting

2:15 - 2:30 Wednesday

Mar. 9, 2017

Language Arts

Spelling / vocabulary test tomorrow

Vocabulary boxes due tomorrow

Math

none

Science

worksheet : the structure of the solar system

Camp Instructions - PLEASE READ

Mark Keppel 5^th Grade 2017 Camp Highland Science Trip Instructions

Drop off (3/28/17): Please arrive at school with your baggage NO LATER than 8:15 am on Tuesday March 28. Do NOT go to the classroom. You will meet your teacher on the front lawn. Please be on time as the buses MUST leave by 8:40. Do NOT drop your child off at the red zone. Please park and walk your child to school.

Pick up (3/31/17): The students are expected back to school at about 12:00 pm on Friday 3/31. Your child will NOT be going to class that day. Please make arrangements to pick up your child when the bus arrives. Remember your child will be hungry, dirty, and exhausted! Again, you will need to park and pick your child up. Do NOT wait in the red zone.

Packing: You received a packing list for camp. It can also be found here, along with additional information for parents: http://www.camphighland.net/parents.html . You MUST follow the instructions on the packing list. Only ONE suitcase and ONE bedroll (in a garbage bag) will be allowed. No exceptions!! Your children will be working outside and they will get dirty, so make sure the clothes are comfortable. Shorts are NOT permitted except for sleeping.

Medication: Medication MUST be in the original container. You also MUST have filled out the medical information sections of the camp forms. Please do not pack any medications in your child's bag, whether prescription or non-prescription! All medications will be handed over to the school LVN, Virginia Porter, who will review forms and check medication. You may want to arrive a little earlier if you have medication. 

Contacting you child: You will NOT be able to call your child. However, the parent page gives you information on sending an electronic postcard and checking for FaceBook updates. http://www.camphighland.net/parents.html

Important Points:

·       If your child becomes ill and must return home or if he/she violates the behavior policy, you will be contacted to come a pick your child up at camp.

·       No food, gum, or candy is allowed. It WILL be confiscated!

·       Be sure to put your child’s name on everything he/she brings.

·       Bring chapstick.

·       They do not allow spray sunscreen. It will be taken from the kids. Please pack lotion sunscreen.

·       Water bottles need to be refillable – not a Crystal Geyser plastic one.

·       NO PHONES or other electronics! They will be taken away and given back at the end of the trip.

·       Check out the menus at http://www.camphighland.net/assets/choss-menu.pdf. All kids must eat. If there are problems, please contact your child’s teacher or Ms. Siegal.

·       READ THE PACKING LIST and visit the website. http://www.camphighland.net/parents.html

We will be having a parent meeting on March 14th at 6:30 pm in the media room. Also, Ms. Siegal and Ms. Worley will meet with the students on Wednesday, March 15 from 2:15-2:30 in the cafeteria. Please make arrangements to pick up your child a little late.