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Ms. Procida’s 5th/6th Grade
Social Studies Class
Welcome Parents!
Welcome to 5th/6th Grade!
This is an important year for your child!
I will give you an introduction to 5th grade and to our classroom.
If you have any questions during my presentation, please raise your hand.
6th grade team is consulted with all planning
All About Me My Background
I grew up in Southern NJ I attended Franklin and
Marshall College (BA) and Columbia University (MA)
My Experience I’ve been teaching for 15
years. I have taught K-8 grades,
but 5th is my favorite.
My Family My Husband
Joe My Children
Daughter Mia (8) Son Travis (9)
Our Pets Dog, DaisyRabbit Snuggles
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Goals To give your child the academic tools
needed to progress to 6th/7th grade. To provide a supportive learning
environment. To have fun while we learn.
Class Content We will cover all the standards and
skills that our state believes are important for you to learn during 5th 6th grade in Social Studies
Grade 5 - World Geography Grade 6 - Ancient History
Expert Weeks Complete 2
pages of packet per day
One in class one at home
Take online quiz
Theme weeks Understand
article/ topic Work with team
on task Study main
concepts
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Ancient History Archeology Human Evolution Early Man River Valley Civ Greeks and Romans Middle ages Enlightenment Renaissance
Newsflash Students will keep a close eye on current events Each person should always have an article
cut/printed out and a paragraph which summarizes and gives personal opinions
I choose a volunteer every few days to share. If your article gets used you must replace it.
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Group Projects To be worked on
IN CLASS Do not fall for the
“I HAVE TO GO TO SO AND So’s HOUSE”
Class Rules Respect Kind words/ actions Best work at all times
Homework It is students’ responsibility to hand in
work in finished folder/ basket as indicated by reminder on board.
Late work is lowered by a grade per day
Written excuses by parents accepted
Tardiness Lateness to class will be reviewed and
discussed with parents and 5th grade team.
Field Trips Buehler and various IMAX shows
Let’s Have a Great Year!
