Revolutionary War at Sea

The Fifth Grade Team partnered with The Society of the Cincinnati and received two trunks with replica items from the Revolutionary War at sea. Students enjoyed working in small groups to piece together the outfits and have conversations about the ranking of the person that would have worn

the outfit. 

Maple Syrup

Did you know it takes 40 gallons of maple sap to make a gallon of maple syrup?

Two weeks ago, students worked together to collect sap from each tap in the maple trees at Lincoln Street School. They brought the buckets of maple sap to the maple shed where it would later be boiled down to make delicious syrup. 

Thank you to Mr. Schmitt, Mrs. Estle, Mr. Estle, and Mr. Melick for showing us the boiling process, sharing your knowledge about this process, and for sharing a sweet sample of syrup. 

Twinning!

 Dressing up for Twin Day was a lot of fun!!

20 Minutes Per Day

Just a reminder: 

It is expected that students read for 20 minutes every night as part of their fifth grade homework.

Science Inquiry

Ask your student why we guessed what was in six different wrapped boxes to kick-off our Chemistry Unit? This exploration was a big hit and students asked if we could do it again- for fun!

Zones of Regulation

Ms. Clifford, our school counselor, came in to our class to talk with us about the Zones of Regulation. Students learned which feelings correlate to the colored zones. Then students brainstormed strategies to help them get back into the green zone. Students now have a helpful strategy list for their personal toolbox.

Welcome Back

Hello Fifth Graders,

Summer is winding down and I have been enjoying being outside as much as possible. On Monday I went on a sunset cruise on the Gundalow in Portsmouth. It was very lovely and I learned about local history while on the boat. 

I look forward to sharing summer highlights together with everyone next week.   

I am including the class supply list below. It is not expected that you have everything on the first day of school. If you have it from last year or at your house, then bring that in, you don't need to buy it again.

I am very excited to see all of you on Monday! 

My Best,
Ms. Shaheen

3 Ring Binder (2” is a good size) with Loose Leaf Paper

5 Subject Dividers for binder with pockets (plastic are more sturdy)

Pocket Folder for binder

2 Composition Notebooks (we will label at school)

Glue Sticks

Package of Pencils

Colored Pencils

Pencil Case- to keep everything organized  

Box of tissues for the classroom