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=__ Welcome to Ms. Bowden's 5th grade science! __=

__Ms. Bowden (ext. 2421)__ //-Please note that you are calling Michelle Bowden, as opposed to Helen Bowden.//
==*We are very fortunate to have new science books this year! In fifth grade we will focus on two of the major sciences: life science and physical science. In life science we will study cells and kingdoms, parents and offspring, interactions in ecosystems, and biomes. Physical science topics will include comparing kinds of matter, physical and chemical changes, using forces, and using energy. Students will be required to keep their science book covered. An online copy of the book is available.==

===__Spelling:__ As was the practice in past years, your fifth grader will have a weekly spelling list which will be distributed on Fridays and be comprised of twenty-five words. Upon their return to school the next week, there will be a standardized practice test administered and corrected. Students will be required to rewrite any misspelled words for practice that night. On Wednesdays or Thursdays, a practice test may be administered. At this time, students who earn a 100% or 95% are not required to take the final test on Fridays.===