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Welcome to our 5th grade science and social studies website.

A journey of curiosity, deeper academic understanding, and middle school preparation awaits us!​

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We have completed our social studies unit entitled, Native America, taking the assessment on October 29th. Ever since their first encounter with Europeans, Native Americans have been misrepresented in both the popular imagination and the historical record. This Inquiry challenged students to explore diverse historical sources to form a deeper understanding of Native America’s rich and varied cultures and histories. It focused on inquiry-based learning, engaging students in investigations of history, civics, geography, and economics. We explored compelling questions, gathered evidence from diverse sources, and constructed informed arguments and actions based on their learning. 

If your child is not satisfied with a test's overall score, this can be rectified quite simply. Ask the homeroom teacher for permission to retake it during WIN time; or any other time available during our school day. 

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Our next Mystery science unit is entitled, Watery Planet, and was began on Monday, November 3rd. Students will consider the profound importance of water as a natural resource. They will investigate the distribution of fresh water and salt water on Earth, explore how water cycles through Earth’s systems, and investigate how the hydrosphere and atmosphere interact. Students will also consider how water affects human societies and design solutions to mitigate effects of weather-related natural hazards, considering the historical event, the Dust Bowl.