School-Wide Theme

The school-wide theme for 2009-2010  is "Team." This theme will emphasize health, wellness, team work, character, pride in performance, and camaraderie.

Technology

Students will have a computer class one day each week. In the classroom, there are desktop computers for the students to use for AR tests and math skills enhancement.

Mathematics

From the Mississippi Dept. of Education Mathematics Framework: In the Fifth Grade, competencies and objectives, rational and whole number computations are now at a skill level.  Students apply the properties of real numbers and computations in algebraic contexts.  Generalizations and patterns are more formal.  Transformational geometry is used as a tool for students to continue their geometric explorations.  Students develop formulas for perimeter and area of polygons as part of these explorations.  Data analysis now includes interpretations of line graphs, stem-and-leaf plots, histograms, and box-and-whisker plots.  Continued emphases should be placed on communicating mathematically through writing, speaking, reading, and critical listening.  Mathematics instruction at this level should include manipulatives, cooperative and collaborative learning experiences, and justifications, proofs or arguments to support reasoning.

The framework is comprised of five content strands: 

Number and Operations:  Analyze relationships among numbers and the four basic operations,       compute fluently, and make reasonable estimates.

Algebra:  Explain and analyze number relationships and functions using algebraic symbols, and demonstrate an understanding of the properties of the basic operations. 

Geometry: Develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry.

Measurement: Develop concepts and apply appropriate tools and techniques to determine units of measure.

Data Analysis and Probability: Interpret and analyze data and make predictions. 

The five process strands are problem solving, reasoning & proof, communication, connections, and representation.  The five interrelated content strands along with the five process strands combine to provide continuity to the teaching of K – 12 Mathematics. 

Students Will:

1)    Analyze numbers using place value and prime factorization and solve problems involving basic operations of rational numbers.

2)    Use algebraic functions, patterns, and language across a variety of contexts.

3)    Analyze geometric relationships of lines, angles, two-and three-dimensional shapes, and transformations.

4)    Apply geometric formulas and standard (English and Metric) units of measurement in mathematical and real-life situations.

5)    Organize, interpret, analyze and display data to predict trends.