Fifth Grade
Benitha Jones
Welcome to Mrs. Jones' fifth grade classroom, where learning is our top priority. Each day, we engage in interactive learning adventures. We spend our days using computers, reference sources, literature, and hands- on activities to master skills and learn new concepts. Our primary focus is on improving proficiency in reading, writing, and math while also enhancing our vocabulary growth. Additionally, we enjoy learning about our history and how things work through our social studies and science units of study. In our class, we also focus on life skills such as communication, team work, and attaining goals that we set. Character education is everybody's business, and we strive daily to develop character that withstands even when nobody is looking.
Parents, I welcome and value your input, expertise, and support. Together, we can create the best educational experience for your child. There are many opportunities for you to volunteer, some which may not even require you to come to the school. If you have an area of expertise or extra time to invest, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Please feel free to visit with us anytime!
About Mrs. Jones
Family:
I am married, and my husband and I have one daughter. We have a Boston Terrier dog.
Education:
Advanced Diploma-Austin High School
Associate of Science in General Education--Calhoun Community College
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education--Athens State University
Master of Science in Elementary Education--Alabama A&M University
Honors/Awards/Professional Organizations:
Miss Athens State University (2002-2003)
National Dean's List (26th Edition, Volume II)
Who's Who Among America's Teacher (nomination-May 2005)
New Teacher of the Year 2005-2006--Decatur City Schools
National Board Grant Recipient (2006)
Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society (2006)
Phi Delta Kappa International (2006)
Banks Caddell's Biggest Loser by Pounds (2007)
Hobbies:
Reading & writing
Listening to music
Shopping
Going to the movies
Eating out
Favorites:
Athlete-Shaquille O'neal
Children's Book-Thank you, Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco
Color- Purple
Food-Spaghetti or any pasta
Movie-Dennis the Menace
Pet-Dog or cat
Place to Visit-Florida
Restaurant-Carraba's
"Destiny is not a matter of chance, it is a matter of choice." Anon
"Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way." Booker T. Washington
Please visit my Schoolnotes' webpage to view announcements, assignments, and my favorite links.
http://www.schoolnotes.com/35601/bjones.html
