6th GRADE CORE

COURSE SYLLABUS 2010-11

MS. ESPOSITO
I. Reading/Writing Workshop
This is a tentative list of units we intend to cover this year. It is possible an additional book may be
added or substituted during the course of the year.

• Twelfth Night
• Editorials/Persuasive Writing
• Biographies
• Realistic Fiction
• Poetry
• Research Report
• Mythology

II. Class Materials:

Students are expected to come to class prepared every day. Materials needed in class daily are:
• CORE Notebook
• Agenda Book
• Book for Silent Sustained Reading (SSR)
• pens/pencils

III. Grading Information:

A. Grades will be computed on the following scale:
A 90 – 100%
B 80 – 89%
C 70 – 79%
D 60 – 69%
F 59% and below

B. Grades are based on the following percentages:

• 50% - Final Assessments
• 25% - Quizzes
• 15% - Writer’s Notebook
• 10% - Homework

Test/Projects:
A final assessment (test and/or project) will be given for each unit and will be announced prior to its
scheduled date. Guidelines and rubrics will be handed out at the time the project is assigned. Students will be
expected to work on projects in class, with very little time needed outside of the classroom.

Quizzes:
Quizzes will be given regularly throughout the quarter. Material covered will include class notes, homework,
movies, and assigned reading. Quizzes, generally grammar and vocabulary, will be given every Friday, unless
otherwise noted.
 Writer’s Notebook:
Students are required to keep a notebook for CORE. Students will use this notebook as a writer’s notebook,
writing from the front to the back, and take notes from the back to the front. This notebook will include
most papers and handouts that are given in class. A model notebook will be kept in CORE class. Notebooks
will be checked on a regular basis. We will help your child organize his/her notebook during the first week
of school.

Homework:
Students will be required to complete homework each night. This homework will consist of reading 25
minutes per night, as well as grammar and vocabulary work.

**If you are concerned about your grade, please come and talk to me to discuss what can be done to improve it.
Please DON’T wait until the end of the quarter to think about your grade**

IV. Make-Up Work Policy:

All students are responsible for their own work. This includes make-up work. It is your responsibility to
make sure all make-up work is completed and turned in. You will have 1 day per day of absence to make up
for missed work due to sickness, unless special circumstances apply. If you miss a test or quiz, you will be
responsible for making it up the day you return to class. In the case of extended absence, you and I will
work out a reasonable make-up policy.

V. Classroom Behavior Expectations:

Respect yourself and others.
Take responsibility for your actions.

• First time: Verbal warning

• Second time: Two minute time out
• Third time: Five minute time out, fill out behavior log
• Fourth time: Ten minute time out, parent contact
• Fifth time: Removal to office
• Severe Disruptions: You will be sent immediately to the principal’s office

VI. Contact Me:

I am always available for extra help in the class. Make an appointment to meet with me after school. Please
come and see me if you have questions or concerns about the class. You may contact me by e-mail:
esposic1@ccs.k12.va.us or by phone at Walker 434-245-2412.
 6th GRADE CORE
COURSE SYLLABUS 2010-11
MS. ESPOSITO
THIS PAGE IS TO BE SIGNED AND FILLED OUT AND KEPT IN YOUR NOTEBOOK ALL YEAR.

1. I have read and understand the CORE Syllabus.

Student Signature Date

2. I have read the CORE Syllabus and will support my student in the study of the class.

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

3. Please write the names of two responsible classmates who can give you class assignments when you
miss class.

Classmate #1 Phone Number and/or email address/AIM SN

Classmate #2 Phone Number and/or email address/AIM SN