Fifth Grade

Overview
Ancient history in the fifth grade starts with the beginning of civilized humanity in ancient India, where human beings were dreamers. The ancient Persian culture that followed this Indian culture felt the impulse to transform the earth, till the soil, and domesticate animals while the great cultures of Mesopotamia reveal the origins of written language…Read more →

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Fifth Grade News

PSO and Attack Theater

Yesterday, the Grades children had the wonderful opportunity of experiencing a performance of dance and music by the Attack Theater and members of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. This 45 minute dance and music concert included Stravinsky’s A Soldier’s Tale . Our … Continue reading

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Grades Holiday Sing-Along

On Wednesday, December 21st the Grades will host a Holiday Sing-Along at 11:00 am. Parents are encouraged to join in and sing with the children. Be sure to bring your singing voices and plenty of yuletide cheer!

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Grades performance at PPG Place

On December 7th the 5th and 6th grades performed holiday carols at PPG Place downtown.

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Grades program needs musicians

The Grades Program is seeking musicians to help with our annual Holiday Sing-Along.  If you play an instrument and would like to join us for festive revelry at 11:00 on Wednesday, December 21 in the auditorium, please email James Hare … Continue reading

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St. Nicholas Day

St. Nicholas, also known as Nikolaos the Wonderworker, is a 4th century Christian Saint. Believed to be the inspiration for the modern Santa Claus, St. Nicholas was known for leaving gold coins in the shoes of children as a special … Continue reading

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Fifth and Sixth Grade visit the Oakland Zoo

The Fifth and Sixth Graders watched the Pitt women play Loyola in Basketball today. Team work, perseverance and love of athletic ability are some of the experiences they enjoyed! Go Pitt!

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