Grade 5:  I have returned!  14 wonderful students have joined the crew of the good ship LES V.  We are off to a grand start, with a new class Constitution and a thirst for adventure.  We may not be able to swim with the salmon this year, as federal funding has been cut to the Atlantic Salmon Restoration Project, but we will swim nonetheless.  Our journeys will take us around the world in less than 80 days, and then we will head back in time for a history of the Americas and the Age of European Exploration. In Science we will study endangered species, physics, and the very Earth itself!  Welcome aboard!

Our class contract follows:

As an LES student, I pledge to:

• Take care of myself, my peers, and the school. 

            For Fifth Grade that means:

The school: We expect and hope for a healthy school environment.

            1.  I will keep the school and playground clean.

            2.  I will treat the school and environment with respect.

Each other:  We want other people to take care of us by treating us respectfully, to be surrounded by good friends who help us.

            1. I will listen, share, have fun and try hard to get along with my peers.

Ourselves: We want to have fun, be safe and healthy, and share materials fairly.

            1. I will strive to succeed academically: to do math well, to write well, to read well.

            2. I will communicate with and help others. I will interrupt less and listen more.

• Deliver important school papers to my family each day: 

            I will bring homework folders and assignment books back and forth each day.

• Complete all school work with good effort and respect.

            I will put effort into my work.

• Let my teacher and family know if I need help.

            I will let my family or teacher know if something at school is too hard or             complicated, or if it is too easy.

• Be prepared for school each day by getting my things ready the night before, leaving at home any items that may distract me from my work.

            I will get my school things ready at night so I am ready for the morning, and I will leave distracting electronic media and toys at home.

I understand that the pledges above lay the foundation for LES students’ success.  By signing below, I commit to upholding my part of this contract.

Student: _________________________________________

As a member of the LES Administration, Staff, and Teachers, I pledge to:

• Maintain a safe and consistent school climate for all students.

• Maintain clear  methods of communication for parents.

•Have high expectations for all students.

• Be aware of the individual needs of each child and partner with families to ensure success.

•Prepare and deliver important learning experiences every day.

•Strive to teach at the right pace for each student and listen to my students.

I understand that the pledges above lay the foundation for LES students’ success.  By signing below, I commit to upholding my part of this contract.

Teacher: _________________________________________

As a LES parent or guardian, I pledge to:

• Contact the teacher first when a concern arises.

• Read class newsletters, the Friday Post, and www.leverettschool.org.

• Establish routines that support my child’s learning.

• Partner with  my child and his/her teacher to ensure success at school.

• Send my child to school on time every day, unless my child is ill or has a medical, dental, or similar conflict.

I understand that the pledges above lay the foundation for LES students’ success.  By signing below, I commit to upholding my part of this contract.

Parent/Guardian: _________________________________________