About me: Hello everyone!  My name is Ms. Potter and I am so excited to be apart of your child’s 5th grade journey this year. This is my second year teaching, both in 5th grade. I am so excited to learn with all of you and make it the best year possible. My favorite subject is science and I can’t wait to show you all the fun science projects we do in 5th grade! Outside of the classroom you’ll find me spending time with family and friends, or at the gym. I also am from Pittsburgh, GO STEELERS;)

Academic & Curriculum Focus:

Reading & Writing

• Understanding theme and main idea

• Using text evidence to support thinking

• Comparing and analyzing characters, settings, and events

• Writing narrative, informational, and argumentative pieces

• Expanding vocabulary and understanding figurative language

Math

• Place value with whole numbers and decimals

• Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals

• Fraction operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

• Volume and measurement

• Graphing and interpreting data

High-Frequency Words: High Frequency Words Flashcards

Sora (Library Database): Sora Website

Reflex (Math Fact Fluency Site): A card was sent home at the beginning of the year with your child's login information to this site. Reach out if you need another copy.

Homework Policy: Reading: Students are expected to complete 15 minutes of reading every night. Math: Students are expected to work on their math homework 15 minutes every night. Homework logs are expected to be signed for both reading and math to get points! Students are also able to sign these themselves once they have completed homework.

Library Link: Library Database

School Homepage: Ripley CSD Homepage