John Beck Elementary

Welcome Letter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

    Hello! My name is Mr. Felty, and I am looking forward to being your child’s fifth grade teacher this year. I am hoping you and your son/daughter are relaxing and enjoying the summer. While you prepare for the upcoming school year with your child, I want to be of assistance by sharing with you my expectations for students in fifth grade.

    A part of my teaching philosophy has always been the belief that the process of learning is more meaningful to children if they can relate to new knowledge and have an interest in doing so. It is my intent to teach your child the required skills for fifth grade by incorporating the use of technology, hands-on activities, manipulatives, projects, visual aides, speakers, discovery learning, assessments, and other effective educational tools/strategies. I have high expectations for your child to succeed, and it is crucial that he/she is prepared to effectively produce in order to complete homework and other assignments on a consistent basis.        

            In addition, the interest parents and guardians outwardly show in their child’s education is vital to the effectiveness of learning. I plan to provide you with samples of student work on a weekly basis, and encourage you to preview these items with your son or daughter. If you ever have any suggestions or concerns regarding your child’s schooling, I will be available at school for conferences and telephone calls most afternoons from 2:45 until 3:15. Please feel free to call or provide a written request for an appointment. The school phone number is 626-3704. I appreciate and value your support.           

            Thank you for taking the time to read this brief letter of introduction, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your summer. I look forward to having an exciting and productive year working with you and your child.                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sincerely,                                                                                                            

Chad H. Felty                                                                                 

Fifth Grade Teacher

John Beck Elementary

Hello 5th Grade Families!

I’m excited to be teaching your 5th grader next school year!

Here are the suggested supplies for school next year.  If any of these supplies are difficult for your family to acquire, they will be provided for your child.


Thank you,

Mr. Felty

REQUIRED SUPPLIES:

Optional Supplies:

  • A 2 inch binder PLAIN binder 

              PLEASE PURCHASE THIS STYLE: