Fifth Grade

Fifth grade is an important year as it marks the last year of elementary school. It is the time when students begin to prepare for middle school and become increasingly responsible for their own learning.

Developing and strengthening academic skills is an integral part of fifth grade. Students are taught how to develop effective work habits, including how to be efficient in the use of time. Fifth graders develop their skills in studying and preparing for tests and assessments. They take more responsibility for their learning and are held accountable for their preparations. Quizzes and unit tests become the major instruments of measurement and assessment. Fifth graders do research projects and learn the different skills necessary to successfully complete these projects. Students also give formal oral presentations in fifth grade.

Fifth Grade Assessments:
Your fifth grader will be regularly assessed during the year through a number of different means. The teacher will use assignments, class participation, tests, quizzes, projects and discussions. You will receive a progressive report card each academic quarter.

Student progress is also monitored through the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA) which is given three times during the year. This norm-referenced test provides objective data that informs classroom instruction. All fifth graders participate in any state-mandated testing that is required.