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Mr. McKinley - 5th Grade

Welcome to 5th grade and the 2024-2025 school year. Previously, I have taught 3rd grade at Terra Vista Elementary for 7 years, 4th grade at Perdew Elementary for 6 years, 1 year of 6th grade math/science at Summit Intermediate, 5 years in 5th grade at DWL, and this is my 6th year teaching at EH. So if my math is correct, this will be my 25th year teaching in Etiwanda. Before becoming a teacher I worked in the field of architecture. I helped design churches, hospitals, schools, and some residential projects. I didn't discover the joy of teaching until my oldest daughter started kindergarten. It's a story I like to tell at every Back-to-School night and I hope you will be there to hear it. My wife and I have been married for 38 years and we have 4 children. Three of my daughters are college graduates and two are now married. (That makes me feel old!) My son is 18 years old and graduated high school. I'm a competitive swimmer and love being outdoors, camping, hiking, and working around my home or cabin. My goal is to provide your child with the best 5th grade year possible.

"Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can." -Arthur Ashe

5th Grade Homework

Friday (4/18): 

  • Read 20 minutes -  No Reading Log

  • Finish MPB P. 231 & 232 if not finished in class

  • Mid-Atlantic/South Atlantic States quiz Tues

  • States handouts P. 6, 8, 9 & 11, 13, 14 due Tues   

  • Take home Friday Folders - Review and parent initial - return Monday

Monday (4/21): 

  • Read 20 minutes & Reading Log

  • No HW packets this week

  • Finish MPB P. 233 & 234 if not finished in class

  • Mid-Atlantic/South Atlantic States quiz tomorrow

  • States handouts P. 6, 8, 9 & 11, 13, 14 due tomorrow.  

  • No Library Tuesday  (4/22)

Tuesday (4/22):

  • Read 20 minutes  & Reading Log

  • Finish MPB P. 235 & 236 if not finished in class

  • Spirit Day: Earth Day - Wear Earth shirt or green

Wednesday (4/23):

  • Read 20 minutes  & Reading Log

  • Finish MPB P. 237 & 238 if not finished in class

Thursday (4/24):

  • Read 20 minutes  & Reading Log

  • Turn in Reading Logs tomorrow

  • Finish MPB P. 239 & 240 if not finished in class

  • Eastern North Central/Southern States quiz Tues

  • States handouts P. 16, 18, 19 & 21, 23, 24 due Tues

  • Spirit Day: Color War - Wear purple  

Friday (4/25): 

  • Read 20 minutes -  No Reading Log

  • Finish MPB P. 241 & 242 if not finished in class

  • Eastern North Central/Southern States quiz Tues

  • States handouts P. 16, 18, 19 & 21, 23, 24 due Tues 

  • Take home Friday Folders - Review and parent initial - return Monday

Classroom Wishlist

These are a few items that our classroom is always in need of. Thank you! 😀

Your donation is voluntary, and no student will be denied participation if donation is not made.

Amazon Mr. McKinley's Class

Student Supplies

The items listed below are supplies your child will be using on a daily basis. It would be extremely helpful if your child has these supplies. Of course, essential supplies will always be provided by the school.

  • spiral notebook

  • pencils

  • handheld pencil sharpener

  • highlighter

  • dry erase marker (skinny)

  • headphones/earbuds

*Work in Progress (WIP) and homework folders will be provided for your child.

School Supply Lists are suggested items and voluntary for donation.  

Announcements:

  • 4/21/25: CAASPP Testing continues; Minimum Day dismissal @ 1:15 PM for K-5

  • 4/22/25: CAASPP Testing continues; Earth Day- Wear Earth Day themed clothing or earthy colors; Talent show practice- 2:45-4:00 PM (MPR)

  • 4/23/25: CAASPP Testing continues; PE for 1st-5th;

  • 4/24/25: CAASPP Testing continues; Talent show practice- 2:45-4:00 PM (MPR)

  • 4/25/25: CAASPP Testing continues; EH Color Wars Spirit Day; PBIS online store is open ; PE for K, 2nd-5th;

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