5th Grade at Holy Family School in New Albany, IN

Faith formation continues with an emphasis on:

• Deepening understanding of all Seven Sacraments
• Exploring Jesus’s lineage, beginning with Abraham
• Participating in a Saint Research Project, where students present their chosen saint in a written and oral schoolwide speech
• Daily prayer and reflection, as well as attending Mass twice weekly

Our First Grade reading program builds strong literacy foundations using:Using the CKLA Amplify curriculum, Fifth Grade students experience an engaging blend of literature, history, science, and skill-building.

Students explore:

• Classic novels, poetry, and nonfiction texts
• Early American civilizations, the Renaissance, and the American Revolution
• Topics in astronomy, the human body, and more
  Reading instruction focuses on comprehension, vocabulary, and analysis—while writing is woven throughout every unit.

Students sharpen their writing skills across four major genres:

• Narrative writing with strong character development
• Informative writing that organizes ideas clearly
• Persuasive writing supported by logic and evidence
• Research projects, including the annual Saint In-Character Speech, combining historical research with oral presentation
  Students also review grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure regularly.

First Graders build strong number sense and fluency using standards-aligned instruction:Aligned with Indiana State Standards, the math curriculum grows with each student’s individual learning pace through adaptive online tools.

Students master:

• Multi-digit computation and number sense
• Fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Algebraic thinking and problem solving
• Geometry and measurement
• Data collection and interpretation
• Concepts are reinforced with bi-weekly STEM challenges that apply math in real-world scenarios

Fifth Grade students study the history and geography of the United States, including:

• Founding and development of the U.S.
• Government structure and civic responsibilities
• Geography, culture, and economics of various regions
• Current events and their connection to historical roots

In alignment with Indiana Science Standards, units include:

• Earth & Space Science: solar system, daily cycles, and earth systems
• Life Science: Indiana organisms, environmental protection, and ecosystems
• Physical Science: volume, mass, weight, and the Law of Conservation of Mass
• Engineering Design: students identify a real-world problem and propose an improved solution using scientific reasoning
  Bi-weekly STEM activities deepen critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Students enjoy a full enrichment rotation, including:

• Art, Music, Spanish, Computer, and Physical Education
• Google Classroom for assignments and collaboration
• Sonic ViewBoard and Chromebooks for tech-integrated learning