Open house 2012
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Transcript of Open house 2012
GRADE 5 CORE TEACHERSMrs. Cooling – Science/MathMs. Henshelwood – English/S.S.
Ms. Abraham – LS Mrs. Thompson-WellnessMrs. Pierce - LS
Support teacher: Mr. Francis
Shift Happens – Rate of Knowledge Growth
It is hypothesized that the amount of knowledge today will be 1/16 of what the graduates of 2013 will face.
The graduates of today absorb more information in their final year of school than their grandparents did in their entire lifetime.
By 2020, some futurists predict the amount of knowledge will double every 35 days!
What does this mean for your children?
Research Communication Connection and Collaboration Critical Thinking and Problem
Solving Personal Management and
Reflection
A bit about us…
Ms. Peta Henshelwood I was born in Hobart Tasmania, Australia, As an exchange student to Thailand (20+ years ago) I
became captivated by cultures and varying customs. I gained my degree at the University of Tasmania,
Australia. In my 17th year of teaching:
4 Years teaching Pre-School in Victoria, Australia; 5 1/2 Years teaching Library and IT; Grades Prep,
Grade 1-2, and Grades 3- 4 in Primary Schools around Victoria.
2 years in Norway teaching Kindergarten, then Grade 5.
This is my 5th year teaching Grade 5 at ISM and I’m really excited about this new school year!
A bit about us…
Mrs. Tara Cooling I was born in London, England I gained my degree at De Montfort University in
England. In my 14th year of teaching:
3 years teaching Year 4/5 in London 2 years in Jakarta teaching Year 3 2 years in (Lincolnshire) England teaching Year 5 This is my 7th year teaching at ISM. I am excited to
be teaching in Grade 5 middle school again this year.
General Information Canteen: encourage students to make
the right choice; remind students to eat before play (especially boys)
Brain Food - In Henshelwood Classroom Backpacks are allowed Middle School is a longer day-sleep is
important Uniform- PE kit can be worn to school if
PE is the 1st subject, students are required to change
Classrooms- ISM jumpers/sweaters
More General InformationGrade 5 students are required to
attend tutorials for the 1st quarter Homebase 2:35-3:00 Monday and
FridayTeacher planner checks every
lessonStudents will need ID with them
everydayLost property-security office Label everythingStudents wear watches –
organization
Teaching Philosophy
SUCCESS for every student! Teach to the MULTIPLE styles of
learning POSITIVE environment Fair, firm, and friendly Promote LIFE LONG
LEARNING!!!
Grade Level Concepts
Quarter 1Organization
Quarter 2Patterns
Quarter 3Form and Function
Quarter 4Change
Essential Questions:
These open-ended “hook” questions are designed to guide student inquiry and focus instruction for “uncovering” the important ideas of the understandings.
Q1 Why do we organize?
Q2 What organizational structures work for you?
Q3 How are different organizational structures effective for different purposes?
Assessments: Performance Assessments:
Performance Tasks Rubric Peer & Self Assessment Transdiscplinary skills
Levels of Proficiency for CORE subjects: Exemplary (E) 100% Proficient (P) 88% Developing (D) 76% Emerging (EM) 64% Insufficient Evidence
Levels of Proficiency for ENCORE subjects: Exemplary E Proficient P Developing D
Homework Guidelines: In 5th Grade we are huge believers in only
setting homework that is valid and constructive
The middle school has set in place the following guidelines in regard to homework:
Grade 5: Approximately 40mins per week for each
CORE subject Approximately 20mins per week for each
ENCORE subject
Stay Connected! If you wish to meet with us please
make an appointment via the MS Office
Please check phone tree and email addresses (make sure they are current and ones you want to be contacted on)
Go through the planner with your child daily in Q1
Check out our Blogs Ask your child specific questions
about their day!
Thank you! Please contact us with questions
or concerns as they arise so that we can work together to
support your child
[email protected]@ismanila.org
Grade 5 Program Leaders: [email protected]@ismanila.org
