Dear Parkside Students and Parents,

We’re excited to welcome you to fifth grade! We are looking forward to a fun and engaging school year filled with learning and growth.

We know that while students may be excited, they might also feel a bit nervous. That’s perfectly normal, and we’ll be here to support them every step of the way as they adjust to fifth grade.

This year, you will explore a variety of subjects. In science, you'll study ecosystems, the human body, weather, and force and motion. In social studies, you’ll learn about the economy, the American Revolution, the government, westward expansion, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. In math, we’ll focus on geometry, fractions, multiplication, division, and decimals. Of course, reading and writing will also be a big part of their learning experience.

We understand that learning can be challenging at times. Some days will be harder than others, but we’ll be encouraging you to stay motivated and to be a persevering piper. Growth takes effort, and we’re committed to helping each student do their best and feel proud of their progress.

We can’t wait to get started and see all the great things this year will bring. Thank you for your support—we’re going to have a wonderful year together!

Sincerely,
Mr. Hall (1), Ms. Moore (2), Mr. Ellis (3), Ms. Salary (4), Ms. Singh (4)

Parent and Student Resources

• Math at a Glance for Parents
• Literacy at Home