The goal of every student in this fifth grade is to gain by
becoming a better reader, writer, mathematician, overall student, and
friend throughout the course of this year. We do that by "Going from
what we know to what we don't know." In other words start where you are
and aim high!
The primary focus of the year is building "grit", the ability to
stick with a task even when it gets hard. Students learn that grit, or
persistence and determination, is important when a task gets
challenging. Success requires dedication and effort. The focus on
getting through a tough task will help them learn to cope with difficult
issues that they will face in life.