Welcome to Grade 5

Typical Day in 5th Grade:

    -  Homeroom 7:45-8:05
    -  Math and Language Arts 8:06-10:20
    -  Lav/Locker Break 10:21-10:27
    -  Lunch 10:30-11:00
    -  11:00-11:20 Read-Aloud Time
    -  11:20-12:03 Science or Social Studies
    -  12:05-12:45 Specials (Art, Computer, Health, Music, Spanish)
    -  12:45-1:30 Science or Social Studies
    -  1:30-2:05 Phys. Ed. (T + F) Directed Study (M, W, +Th)
    -  2:05-2:15 Locker Break and Agenda Check
    -  2:15-2:25 Dismissal

Necessary Supplies:

    -  Blue or Black Pens
    -  Pencils with erasers (no mechanical pencils)
    -  2 two-pocket folder
    -  Various notebooks (2 three-subjects, 2 one- subject)
    -  Colored Pencils
    -  Glue stick and scissors (Optional)
    -  Soft pencil case
    -  Tissues

Summer Reading:

    -  Students should have chosen a fictional book of their choice. Books need to be approved by the teacher.
    -  Be prepared to be assigned a book report on your chosen book within the first month of school.
    -  Encourage your child to choose a book that interests them!    
    -  Make reading fun, not a chore!


Questions? Please contact us!

Whitin School (508) 278-8640

E-mail: lsimonds@uxbridge.k12.ma.us

E-mail: cburton@uxbridge.k12.ma.us

Your child’s agenda – great for quick notes and communication
Do not let your questions go unanswered! Please call to verify any information needed.

We are here to help you and your child have a most enjoyable and meaningful fifth grade experience! Best wishes and have a great year!