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             To all Parents of Fifth Graders:

St Joseph Elementary School 

115 Telford St 

East Orange N.J.07108

Dear Parent,

My name is Mrs Rowley and Teaching is an absolute passion of mine! I have been teaching Elementary school for over 28 years. I am thrilled to start this year's journey with your child. We are anticipating a great Year and following our Theme “With God All Things are Possible! “

 I firmly believe that open lines of communication between the parent, student and teacher are the key to promoting an educational climate that is conducive to  learning.Despite all the different obstacles that we have encountered in 2020, we are determined to create a safe, productive and enjoyable learning atmosphere for our children. I look forward to watching your child learn, grow and have a fantastic time in Grade 5.

If at any time you have concerns please contact me via email yrowley@stjosepheo.com or call me at 973-674-2326.Also,please check the schools website (www.stjosepheo.com)often for homework assignments as well as important updates.

 Thank you for your Faith and Trust in our school (SJS) Your continued support is highly appreciated.

Sincerely Yours,
Mrs. Rowley.

Grade 5 Daily Schedule

7:40  - 8:00  -   Breakfast

8:00  - 8:15  -  Attendance /Prayer

8:15  -8:30   -  Spelling

8:30  -9:30   -   Math

9:30  -10:00  -  Vocabulary

10:00 - 10:30 -  Break

10:30  -11:30  -  English

11:30  - 12:00  - Reading

12:00  -  1:00    - Lunch / Recess

1:00    -   1:45    - Science

1:45    -    2: 30   - Social Studies

2:30    -    2:45   - Prayer / Preparation for Dismissal.
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Specials

Gym Class   - Monday and Friday
*All students must bring a yoga mat and a bottle of water.

Music            - Wednesday and Friday
Computer     - Wednesday and Friday
Religion        - Tuesday       and Friday


                           Homework Tuesday October 4,2022
Social Studies : Page 15 -Lesson 1 Review
Complete Questions 2 - 3- 4- This must be done in your notebook. Please answer questions in complete sentences.
Link to Art:Draw a Landform, Choose one landformdiscussed in the lesson and make a drawing of it.Tell why people might to visit it. 

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                                 Homework Thursday October 6,2022

 Mathematics : Worksheet Multiplying Decimals
Please answer all questions and show your work.

Writing Complete Sentences using Spelling Words.( 11 - 20 )
C. O, P,S. Capitalization - Order of Words - Punctuation - Spelling.

Reading: Gifted Hands - The Ben Carson Story. 
All students must read chapters 1-2-3-4. Please be prepared for test on Friday October7,2022.

Homework Tuesday October 11,2022
Reading: Reread Chapters 1- 2--3 Be prepared for Test
Spelling:  Write Spelling words 5x each and definitions once.


Homework  Wednesday October 12,2022
Reading Literature: Ben Carson


Answer all Questions in complete sentences

1.Who does Ben Carson say is the most influential person in his life?
2.How old was Ben Carson when his father left home?

3 Ben could have bee angry at his father but he was not. Why didnt he hold a grudge or have harsh feelings towards him?

4. Why did the Carsons divorce?

5.When Bens family had to move to Boston to live with his Aunt, how did they get there?

6. How does the absence of their father affect Ben and his brother?
7.What was the Introduction of the story?

8.What does ROTC means?


Math Workbook Page 30 : 1 - 12.


Language Arts: Please complete Worksheets E- 6 through E- 10.

Homework October 13,2022
Math Workbook Page: 32 numbers 11 -18

Reading: Detecting Sequence
All students must work on One Unit, Read -Read - Read !

Spelling: Students must complete their spelling Words definitions on Index Cards.

Homework Monday October 18,2022
Spelling: Use the first 10 on your Spelling List to write complete sentences. ( C.O.P.S)
Reading Special Skills : Complete Unit 2 and 3.Do not write in the textbook. Complete assignment in your notebook.

Mathematics Workbook page:35 numbers 1 -12

Homework  October 24,2022

Math : Workbook Page41: 16 -21
(Theme Paper)

Science : Workbook Pages 10 - 11

Write Notes:Elements -Metals - Nonmetals and Semimetals

Answer questions 2- 4. Make sure that you read the text before you answer questions.
( You may answer the questions in your workbook)

Homework October 27, 2023
Reading Literature :Ben Carson Story:
Please make sure that you are reading your Book nightly.

Test is coming soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Math: Page :139  11 -20 Complete your exercise on the Theme Paper that was given.

Homework October 31, 2022

Math Textbook : Page 143
Complete all the odd numbers in your notebook.

Reading: Please read your Literature book (Ben Carson Story)
Test is coming soon.

Spelling  Write each word five times each.

Homework November 1,2023
Science: Page:8 --15
Read all pages and answer question in complete sentences.This must be done in the workbook

Spelling: Use the first ten words in complete sentences.This assignment must be done in your notebook.
**Please be prepared for your Literature test on Thursday November 4,2023.
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Monday November 14, 2022
            The Life of Dr. Ben Carson.
1.How would you describe Bens childhood? Compare and contrast his childhood to yours? What are the similarities and differences?

2.What struggles did Ben face in life? Use specific scenes from the story to support your answer. How did he overcome these adversities? Have you faced obstacles in your life? If so, how do you handle them?

3. Explain the struggles Sonya faced as a young mother.Do young mothers face those those same challenges in todays time ? Explain.

4. Describe Sonya as a strong role model . What did she expect of her son? Would Ben have achieved success regardless of his
mom? Explain.Do you have a role model? If so,how has that person impacted your life?

5.What was the pinnacle point in Bens life that put him on the path to success? Have you experienced a similar moment?

6.How did saving the conjoined twins life impact Ben personally,with family,and professionally?


Math: Textbook Page: 160 #1 - 8 . This must be done in your notebook.

Homework November 29. 2022.

Math Worksheet: Multiplying Fractions with whole Numbers and Mixed Numbers.

Social Studies: 58 - 67 
Read , Write notes and answer question 1 - 5 in your workbook.
Your vocabulary words must be written in your notebook  with each definition.

Reading Book : Detecting Sequence.
All students must complete at least 3 units.

November 30,2022 Homework Assignment

Math: Textbook page 209 : 4 - 11

Language Arts: Page 165 : Exercises 1 and 2.

Reading Literature: Frindle! Complete chapter 1.

Homework: December 5, 2022

Math: Textbook : Page: 211
 complete numbers 17,19,21, 23,25 and 27
This must be completed in notebook.

Social Studies : Page 68 - 69
Reread , write notes and complete the activity.

Reading Literature ( Frindle ): Reread chapters two and three and write notes.Be prepared for a test! 

Tuesday December 6, 2022
Math: IXL :K Fractions #s 5 / 6
Do as many as you possibly can. 

Spelling: Write words 5 times each and definitions once. Write your words on index cards with their definitions.
Reading Literature: Frindle . Read! Read! Read!

Homework  February 6,2023
IXL Math M -Multiplying Fractions #21
IXL Math N - Divide Fractions #6

Reading Comprehension
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 Science : Pages 115 -117
Read Sections on Plant Adaptations- Natural Selection - Life-Cycle Variations -Physical Characteristics, then write notes in notebook.
Answer questions 1 -2 and 3 in your workbook.
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Homework : Monday February 27,2023

Science: Workbook Page 121 - 125,
Read the Text write notes, then answer questions 1-9
Make sure that you write notes in your notebook.

Math : Complete Questions 1 -10 in your notebook.
Show your workbook.

Reading: Complete only Unit 1.Answers must be shown in your notebook.

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               ATTENTION FIFTH GRADERS!!!!!!!!!!!
        Todays work  Tuesday February 28,2023
               is posted in Google Classroom.
                          Check it Out!
                      Education is Power!


                             











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