Eastside Prep is excited to be adding our first fifth grade class in September 2007. Our fifth
grade gives us the opportunity to accept students who are ready earlier in their educational career
for the kind of learning opportunities we provide. With a focus on social, organizational and life
skills, the students who choose to begin their middle school education here in fifth grade will
form a strong foundation for the hands-on inquiry, problem-solving and critical thinking that
form the backbone of our educational program. The fifth grade program will reside in a self-
contained classroom and team taught by several faculty members. Areas of study will be tightly
integrated and students will be introduced to important thinking skills that are essential to future
academic success.
Big QuestionWho am I?
Math
Mathematical Thinking 1: Designed for students who don't have extensive exposure to decimals and fractions. Students receive the mathematical essentials of prime numbers; factors and multiples; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of fractions and decimals; working with percents; angles and polygons; and the area and perimeter measurements of two-dimensional figures.
Science
Focus on observation, exploration, and inquiry. Topics include: local ecosystems and sustainable land usage, local geology.
History and Humanities
History of the Pacific Northwest - from Native American settlers to modern day local political issues.
Literature
Reading: Independent reading, guided reading, and literature circles focus on comprehension, analysis and discussion of relevant young adult literature.
Writing: Basic skills build up to interdisciplinary practice with the writing process; Focus on journaling, personal narratives and creative stories, histories and science observations.
Life Skills
Emphasis on self-awareness, peer relationships, family relationships, and community awareness.
Language
Spanish (Appropriate level).
Information Literacy
Note-taking, annotation, paraphrasing, learning "The Big 6" skills, and keyboarding.
Technology
Computer literacy and other technology skills are integrated throughout the curriculum.
The Arts
Drama: Intro to character and improvisation.
Music: Intro to rhythm and drumming.
Visual Arts: Intro to observation, drawing, and painting.
Physical Education
Emphasis on team sports and teamwork.
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