Fifth Grade News
My how fast this year has gone by! I’m sure it seems like just yesterday you were putting your cute little kindergartener on the bus for their first day of school. Now that cute kindergartner has turned into a big fifth grader, anxious and ready to go to middle school!
The CRCT has come and gone! You should all be very proud of how well your students applied their testing strategies and all that they learned throughout the year. They were focused and ready to soar!
The last few weeks of school hold many exciting things for fifth graders to look forward to… here are just a few of the important dates of upcoming events:
- Tuesday, May 20th – Fifth Grade End of the Year Celebration – This will include various activities to enjoy – jumping machines, games, prizes, cook out and much more!
- Wednesday/Thursday May 21-22nd – Honors Day – Parents of students receiving an award will receive and invitation to this special day.
- Friday, May 23rd – Last day of School! – Walk of Honor- Fifth grade will take their last walk through the hallways as students of Big Shanty Intermediate.
That just about wraps up the school year! Keep informed of what’s happening in your child’s classroom by visiting our blog and be sure to check Thursday folders for last minute reminders!
By now you must be asking yourselves, what can I do to keep my child entertained during the summer? Here are a few ideas from the 5th grade teachers…
1. Get a combination lock and practice opening it
2. Get a library card and check out some good books.
3. Practice those math facts!
4. Keep a diary of all the things you do over the summer
5. Start a new hobby.
6. Go to a camp.
7. Hang out by the pool or at the beach – but take a book too!
8. Relax, middle school will be here before you know it!
