3/24-3/28 Fifth Grade Newsletter

Hope everything is well! Here’s a look at what’s coming up for the week of March 24-March 28. Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed. If you missed last week’s email, you can find updates on my school blog: Fifth Grade Blog.

Deadlines:
March 29: Class Donations deadline for Pauly’s Project
May 27: 3rd Trimester Mass Reflection (10 reflections required).

Tuesday, March 25th- All School Mass
It’s the Feast of the Annunciation. All students must wear Formal Mass Uniform There will be NO All-School Mass on Friday 3/28. Students must come to school in regular uniforms this Friday

Wednesday, March 26th- Dodger Day
March 26 is the day before the Dodgers’ Opening Day. The 8th grade will have a fundraiser on Wed, 3/26. Please support them by wearing Dodger Blue on Wednesday, for $2.

Thursday, March 27th – Spring Picture Day
Spring Picture Day with Keys Photography. Those who wish to purchase photos may wear Easter attire/Sunday Best to school.

Encouraging Mutual Respect and Kindness in Fifth Grade
I would like to ask for your support in reinforcing the importance of mutual respect and kindness with our students. Recently, there has been an ongoing issue in our class where some students are saying hurtful things to one another. While some may think it is just a joke, it is important to remember that words can impact others deeply. I have been addressing this in class, but since the issue persists, I have made it clear to students that moving forward, any further incidents will result in a detention.
Additionally, students are reminded to keep their hands, feet, whole body, and objects to themselves at all times. Mrs. Grey has also reinforced this expectation schoolwide, and any violation will result in an automatic detention.
Please help me by reminding your child to always show respect, kindness, and care toward others—whether at school, online, or in any setting.

Pauly’s Project
This Lenten Season, our class, in partnership with Pauly’s Project, will be leading a Donation Drive and Community Service Opportunity to serve homeless individuals in Downtown Los Angeles. We invite the SAP community to help us raise at least 100 hygiene kits for those in need.

Donation Drive: March 5th–29th Donation Goal: 100 Hygiene Kits

Class Donations:
5th Grade: Adult socks
Optional Donations: Toilet tissue, hot packs, nail clippers, gallon-size Ziploc bags.

More Info:
Pauly’s Project Website
Pauly’s Project Instagram

Donations do not need to be branded and can be purchased at dollar stores. Any contributions are greatly appreciated!
Thank you for your support, and may God bless you all!

Focus of the Week:
Math: Module 8.6 and 8.7
Reading: Sequence of Events; James Forten
Vocabulary: Lesson 14 Words
Word Study: VV Pattern
Grammar: Intensive and Reflexive Pronouns and Antecedents
Religion: Finding God Session 14
Science: Earth's Systems Interactions
Social Studies: Chapter 4 - pp. 82-89

Tests
Thursday
Finding God Session 14
Spelling/Vocabulary Test

Friday (Multiple Choice)
Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary
Decoding and Grammar 
Math - Module 8 Test


Fifth Grade Parent Survey
As we continue our journey through fifth grade, I welcome your feedback on how the year is going and how we can work together to make this a positive and enriching experience for your child. While it may seem early for an evaluation, I want to ensure every family has the opportunity to share thoughts, ask questions, or offer suggestions—especially if you didn’t have a chance to do so at Back to School Night.
This survey is anonymous, and I sincerely appreciate your input. Please keep feedback focused on the classroom experience. Click the link: https://forms.gle/Tp9d9GRGMUvtHeoh6


Classroom Tissue
As we continue our school year, our classroom is running low on tissues, and we would greatly appreciate any donations! With the colder months ahead, tissues are essential for keeping our students comfortable and our classroom clean.

If you are able to donate, please send a box of tissues with your child at your earliest convenience. Every contribution helps, and we truly appreciate your generosity and support!

Thank you for helping keep our classroom a healthy and welcoming space for all.


Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here].
March 25 – Marian Consecration Culminates today with All School Mass: Feast of the Annunciation
April – ARK testing starts
April 17- 25– Easter Break
April 26 – School Resumes
April 28-May 1 – Thousand Pines 8th grade Retreat 
May 16-18 – Parish Fiesta

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. Thank you & God Bless!


Warmly,
Ms. Alejandre