Academics - Town School

Explore the ancient civilizations and legacies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, Persia, and Greece
Strengthen our comprehension strategies
Read different genres to develop an appreciation for a variety of literature
Write about and connect to what we learn, think, and feel
Incorporate sound ideas, good organization, individual voice, powerful words, smooth fluency, correct conventions, and clear presentation into our writing

The fifth grade humanities curriculum integrates the studies of history, literature, and writing. Comprehension instruction is based on non-fiction and fiction texts. There is also specific instruction in spelling, grammar, organizational skills, and library and internet research.

Your Responsibilities as a Student:

Do your best and learn from your mistakes.
Be your own advocate. Ask questions if you do not understand something.
Come to class on time, prepared, and with a positive attitude.
Record your assignments in your Homework Assignment Book daily. The homework is also available on the Town School Web Page at Humanities 5 Homework, but you must pay attention to updates in class.

Our Responsibilities as Teachers:
As your teachers we are here to help you learn, and we strive to make humanities class challenging and fun. We will do our best to be fair and answer your questions.

EXTRA HELP is scheduled on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3:20pm to 4:05pm. You are expected to work on assignments at all times, if you choose to attend extra help sessions. If you complete your assignments before the session is over and wish to stay, you must have a book to read independently.

Assessment: Each quarter's grade will be based on the following categories:

Categories	Percentage
History and Literature Projects: includes individual and group projects, also includes long-term class assignments and simulation activities	30%

Writing Projects and Literature Responses: includes pieces such as essays, poems, & stories, also includes written responses to literature. Often this work goes through the writing process and will focus on the elements of the 6+1 Traits Writing Model.	30%

Quizzes: spelling, vocabulary, listening comprehension	15%

Homework and Classwork	20%

Reading Log: collected weekly, points are cumulative for the quarter	5%