Students, through painting, batik and other mediums, examine these concepts. Students are also introduced to the world of Jim Henson, as they create their own substractively sculpted foam rubber puppets. These rubber puppets are used in performances enjoyed by all. At the fifth grade level, students choose between Band and General Music. In Band, students can play various instruments, including wind, brass or percussive instruments.
Students continue to strengthen their note reading skills and learn to play as an ensemble.
In General Music, students play the recorder, learn music theory, and learn types of music and famous musicians. Religion Mr. Tom Powers Fifth Grade centers on the study of all seven sacraments, which are presented as signs as well as celebrations. The persons of the Trinity are presented as they relate to the sacraments. Students learn that God gave us the ultimate sacrament in Jesus - a visible sign of God's love. Students also learn that love continues through us to the world in the Spirit of God.