High School Georgetown DistrictReflective. The IB CoreRequirements Theory of Knowledge (TOK) CAS - Creativity, Action, Service- Etended Essay (EE) - connections between disciplines

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and Accelerated Learning Program

(formally ISP)

Georgetown District High School

May 2017 IB Graduates

Come, fly with IB

ISP Integration Day, 2012

The International Baccalaureate Organization

The IBO was started by a small

group of international schools with

geographically mobile students.

IB/ISP students Niagara Falls April 2015

The International Baccalaureate Organization

They wanted a common curriculum and internationally recognized expectations.

ISP Integration Day, May 2014

The International Baccalaureate Organization

Today, there are over 1,500,000 IB students at 4775 IB World schools in 144 countries.

ISP Integration Day, 2014

WHAT IS IB?

Teachers with heart! Students with desire!

The IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century.

IB learners strive to be:InquirersKnowledgeableThinkersCommunicatorsPrincipledOpen-mindedCaringRisk-takersBalancedReflective

The IB CoreRequirements

● Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

● CAS - Creativity, Action, Service-

● Etended Essay (EE)

- connections between disciplines

- 4000 word research project

IB Diploma candidates must complete:

- 150 hrs of extra curricular activities

The IB Core Requirements

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

■ interdisciplinary

■ explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines

■ encourages an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

■ 100 hours of instruction over 2 years

The Extended Essay (EE)

■ has a prescribed limit of 4,000 words

■ investigates a topic of individual interest

■ requires independent research & writing skills expected at university

■ represents 40 hours of individual work over 2 years.

The IB Core Requirements

The IB Core Requirements

Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)

■ Encourages involvement in artistic pursuits, physical activity and community service work

■ Education outside of the classroom

■ Development of the learner profile

■ Represents 150 hours of extracurricular time over two years

What IB subjects are available at GDHS?

IB Grades at GDHS?

IB w/ French Immersion Timetable Setup (from Sept 2019)

Science/EngineeringTrack IB Diploma

**Take Civics/Careers online or in summer school, Gr 11 Physics in during grade 10 year, Grade 12 Physics online or in summer school**

•HL English

•SL French (Mandarin or Spanish through Pamoja)

•HL History (Psychology, ITGS, Economics, Business through Pamoja)

•HL Biology

•SL Mathematics (HL through Pamoja)

•SL Chemistry

Graduate May 2015 – studying Nursingat McMaster University

Arts/HumanitiesTrack IB Diploma• HL English

•SL French (Mandarin or Spanish through Pamoja)

•HL History (Psychology, ITGS, Economics, Business through Pamoja)

•HL Biology

•SL Mathematics

•SL Visual Art or SL Theatre Arts (Film though Pamoja)

Graduate May 2015 – studying Social Sciencesat University of Western Ontario

French Immersion with IB Diploma? YES!

- Ten years in the making!- Students take a combination of

French Immersion and ALP courses in Grades 9 and 10. (English and math ALP)

- Online grade 11 Anthropology course in summer school (online)

- Higher Level French in Grade 11/12

IB Costs - current-Grade 9 and 10 ALP – no cost-Grade 11 and 12 IB Diploma $1250 per year ($1250 total)(Exam Registration, Textbooks, Training, Course Materials, IB Experiences, ManageBac, Study Guides, etc…)- These prices may change depending on the

canadian dollar and rising IB costs

From ibo.org:• be encouraged to think independently and

drive their own learning• take part in programmes of education that

can lead them to some of the highest ranking universities around the world

• become more culturally aware, through the development of a second language

• be able to engage with people in an increasingly globalized, rapidly changing world.

Why IB?

Why IB? ■ Outstanding university preparation ■ (time management, stress management, study

habits, research, writing and critical thinking skills, and exam writing)

■ Uniquely international perspective■ Emphasis on analytical & critical thinking■ International recognition (over 2,000 universities

worldwide)■ IB internal & external assessments determine

grades

WHY IB?■ Students get a second look from university

admissions officers (February AND April)■ OSSD marks are reported using a widely

accepted Table of Equivalent Grades■ Scholarships – not guaranteed – however our

grads have earned over $1.3 million in scholarships over the past 10 years

■ Advanced standing in some first-year university courses - dependent on school and program - research required!

✓ A student that earns either a - level 5 (83-92%), - level 6 (93-96%), - level 7 (97-100%) on their IB Higher Level course may be offered course credits at select universities.

Why IB?

ISP English: 2014

Why IB?

Standard Level Chemistry 2015

• 80% of 2016 graduates achieved early acceptance to the university programs of their choice

• Each of those graduates enjoyed entrance scholarships to their programs

✓ "IB graduates tend to be better prepared to adjust to the academic environment of higher education.” – UBC Professor

ISP English, 2014

Why IB?

ALP at GDHS✓ Clusters students in the core academic

subjects of English, Math, French, Science and Geography

✓ Students experience reach-ahead and enrichment opportunities in their core ALP classes

✓ Focus on critical thinking, problem solving, and study skills that will be needed in senior grades

Optics Assignment – create a stained glass window panel illustrating a technology that uses optical theories

1. English2. Math3. French4. Science5. Geography6. Physical Education7. Arts Elective (Music, Visual Arts, Drama)8. Tech Elective (Business, Tech, Robotics)

ALP at GDHSGrade 9:

Clustered: only ALP and Gifted students in these classes

ALP at GDHS✓ Students take Gr. 11 mathematics in the

second part of their Grade 10 year in order to be prepared for IB Math

✓ Students can take Civics and Careers (a required Gr. 10 Course) online in the summer to allow for another elective course in their Gr. 10 year

ALP at GDHSGrade 10:

1. English2. Math3. French 4. Science5. History6. Gr. 11 University Math*7. Civics/Careers (or another elective or grade

11 physics, if taken online)8. Elective (e.g. Arts, Business, Technology)

Clustered: only ISP and Gifted students in these classes

Transportation – Currently, HDSB does NOT provide bussing for IB or ISP students.

Parents can visit www.haltonbus.ca and use the ‘Am I eligible for bussing’? Tool

GDHS cannot arrange carpools on behalf of parents due to privacy guidelines.

GDHS IB Video

FUN at GDHS✓ GDHS has over 50 different

extracurricular clubs running annually, and there is something for everyone!

Football

SoccerRobotics

Volleyball

Field Hockey

Swim TeamBasketball

Baseball

Debate

DECA

Music

Art Club

White Pine Book Club

D&DSocial Justice

SewingGolf

Graphic Novel ClubBadminton

Text

Visit our GDHS IB website:

gdhsib.weebly.com

An IB World School since 2007

- Collect student information- 250 word statement – why do you want to join ALP?- Resume of extra-curricular activities

To Complete Registration:

✓ Complete ONLINE Registration form

✓ Copy Gr. 7 Final Report (and Gr. 8 Progress Report when you get it) and send to Mr. Stewart

✓ Registrants will be contacted in December through email

Important Dates• December 7, 2018– Last day to submit Registration to be part

of the September 2018 Grade 9 ALP Class.

• By December 21, 2018 – Notification of Acceptance to ALP sent by email to successful registrants with instructions for Memorandum of Understanding .

• Month of January 2019 – Students complete option sheets at their grade 8 school for GDHS.

• February 1, 2018 - last day to notify GDHS via Memorandum of Understanding that student will be attending ALP in September 2019.

Mr. Kyle StewartALP/IB Coordinator

[email protected]

All photos were taken by Mr. Keast/International Baccalaureate Organization/Ms. Price/ Ms. Ristok

GDHS ALP staff look forward to seeing you in the fall of

2019!

I think, therefore IB!

May 2014 Graduates

I think, therefore IB!

IB Graduates - May 2015

IB Graduates - May 2016

I think, therefore IB!

I think, therefore IB!

May 2017 IB Graduates