Class Syllabus
Cumberland County Schools Syllabus
6th/7th Grade English Language Arts
Teacher Name & email:
Kasey Smith
ksmith4@ccschools.k12tn.net
Textbook:
(6th) McGraw Hill StudySync ISBN 978-1-94-973923-1/ (7th) McGraw Hill StudySync ISBN: 978-1-94-973924-2
Materials needed:
spiral notebook
pencils
scissors
glue
multiple colored highlighters
planner (optional)
folder/sheet protector
Post-It notes
Google Classroom
Grading Procedure:
Assignments will be given from the following categories to total 100% of the grade in ELA:
· Reading (Literature and Informational): 60%
· Composition (Writing, Language, Vocabulary, Spelling) 40%
Major Assignments/Test(s):
Unit lessons and assessments/Standard based assessments
County Benchmark
Vocabulary Power and assessments (Vocabulary Workbook)
Essay assessments for the three modes of writing: Explanatory/Informational, Argument, Narrative
Rubrics will be used to outline and assess written assignments and projects.
Attendance/Make-Up Work Policy:
All missed class work or tests from an excused absence may be made up by the student immediately upon returning to school.
Make-up work must be completed within three days upon returning to school.
Additional Class Information can be found at teacher website: