FIFTH GRADE AT CALVERTON

Students in Calverton's fifth grade continue to explore the subjects that shape and surround the world in which they live. An important aspect of Calverton’s fifth grade is the development of responsibility and community awareness through the Student Leadership Forum. Early in the year students participate in a week of day trips and activities that focus on leadership skills and cooperative teamwork. Throughout the school year, fifth grade students organize monthly Spirit Assemblies involving the entire lower school.

Math studies focus on the reinforcement, refinement, and expansion of basic skills, while successfully preparing for higher level multiplication and division. Additionally, students cover all skills necessary for proper test taking.

Science studies concentrate on light and sound, D.A.R.E., a study of the Chesapeake Bay, and the laws governing weather patterns.

While studying writing, special emphasis is placed on grammatical skills and the incorporation of new techniques in writing. Some writing projects include poetry, short stories, letters, and research reports.

Fifth grade literature study emphasizes literary analysis, literary technique, and transference to student writing. In addition to other works, students will read:

The View from Saturday
(multicultural)

Bud, not Buddy
(multicultural, historical fiction)

The Secret of Heron Creek
Oyster Moon
(historical fiction of the Chesapeake Bay)

Anne of Green Gables
(fiction)

Where the Red Fern Grows
Brian's Winter
Sign of the Beaver
(independent guided reading)

The social studies program focuses on meaningful learning through the study of ancient America, world explorers, American history, and the history and geography of the Chesapeake Bay.