International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

Thursday, January 7th, 2021 | 7:00 to 8:30 PM | VIRTUAL

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Information Night Agenda

1. Introductions

• Paul Sydor – Superintendent of Student Achievement

• IB Teachers, Coordinators and Supervisors

2. Why IB / An Overview of the IB Diploma Programme

3. Implementation of the IBDP

4. Grade 9/10 preparatory IB Programme

5. Application process

6. Question Period

IB Mission Statement

The International Baccalaureate Organization in partnership with IB World Schools aim to:

✓Develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people

✓Develop students who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect

Why IBDP?

International accreditation

Internal and external evaluations

Rigorous curriculum and IB trained teachers

University feedback

- IB students are better prepared for post-secondary education

Why IBDP?

Develops inquiring, caring young people

Students become experts in wide range of subjects

Advanced standing credits can be awarded when entering post-secondary schools

IBDP Overview

IB is a not-for-profit foundation created by teachers at the International School of Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1968, IB is celebrating its 52nd Anniversary.

Four programme: Primary Years Programme (PYP K-5) Middle Years Programme (MYP 6-10)

Diploma Programme (DP 11-12) Careers Programme (CP 11-12)

Preparatory IB - Overview

Grade 9 and 10 accelerated and preparatory programme prepares students for the Diploma Programme (Grades 11 and 12)

For example:Accelerated math (grade 10 and 11 math)

Compacted Civics/Careers

Introduction to DP Core Concepts (CAS, EE, TOK)

IBDP Overview

Oakridge is one of 186 schools in Canada that offers the Diploma Programme.

Oakridge is one of 89 schools in Ontario that offers the Diploma Programme.

Oakridge is one of 73 publicly funded schools in Ontario offering the Diploma Programme.

Preparatory IB - ACADEMIC OPTIONS

GRADE 9 GRADE 10

English English

French French

Geography History

Grade 9 Math Grade 10 Math

Science Grade 11 Math

Health Physical Education Science

Arts Elective Civics/Careers (possible compact)

Other Elective Other Elective

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5-http://www.ibo.org/globalassets/digital-tookit/brochures/1709-dp-brochure-en.pdf

Subjects Offered In The Diploma Programme

❶Literature and Language,

❷Language Acquisition,

❸Individuals and Societies,

❹Sciences,

❺Mathematics,

❻the Arts (not offered at Oakridge).

High Levels (HL) + Standards Levels (SL)

Usually 3 HL + 3 SL

HL = 3 semesters of study

SL = 2 semesters of study

Two IB Streams at Oakridge

Equivalent OSSD CreditsIB Course / “Group” OSSD Equivalent

Language and Literature ENG3U6, ENG4U6, ETS4U6

Global Politics CGD3M6, CGR4M6, CGW4U6

Biology SBI3U6, SBI4U6, SNC4M6

French FSF3U6, FSF4U6

Mathematics MHF4U6, MCV4U6

History CHT3O6, CHY4U6

Or

Chemistry SCH3U6, SCH4U6

TOK HZT4U6

Graduating Total of 11 4U/4M courses

The Core Of The Diploma Programme

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

Course work - students express how TOK manifests in the world around us (TOK exhibition and 1,600 word paper)

Extended Essay (EE)

Self-directed undergraduate-level research; inspired by IB courses (3000 - 4000 word paper)

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)

Volunteer participation in activities alongside academic studies

Multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate knowledge:

Internal Evaluations - graded by classroom teachers

External Evaluations - graded by out-of-school moderator

Students graduate with both an IB Diploma and an

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

IB Evaluations

Each course is marked on a 7 point scale.

6 courses X 7 possible points = 42

Core (CAS, EE, TOK) = 3

TOTAL IB Score

= 45

IB GRADING

Full list found on Oakridge Website on the International Baccalaureate webpage.

Canadian University Acceptance Information

Admissions

Entrance ScholarshipsKing’s offers generous, guaranteed scholarships!

GRADUATING TO POST-SECONDARY

“88% of DP graduates earn a Bachelor’s Degree within the allotted time compared with 58% of all students.”

IB World Magazine (May, 2011)

Attributes of an IB Student?

Takes initiative in their learning

Collaborates

Has a successful academic record

Participates in many extra-curriculars

Is an effective time manager

Has a positive attitude towards learning

Out of Area Students and Transportaion

Out-of-area families are responsible for their own transportation.

Out-of-area students are expected to complete the IBDP, if they do not, they may be supported to attend their designated “home” TVDSB school.

Program Fees

Grade 9 – Sept. $300

Grade 10 – Sept. $300 and Feb. $475

Grade 11 – Sept. $475 and Feb $475

Grade 12 – Sept. $475

Total = $2500

Application Process

Applications are reviewed by a committee and scored base upon: Reference letter

Written response by student

Copy of Final Grade 7 Report Card (for grade 9 applicant)

Copy of First Grade 8 Report Card (for grade 9 applicant)

Possible late entry points (Entering grades 10 and 11) Students may apply after grade 8 however preferences will be given to

existing Oakridge preparatory IB students and ALL academic requirements must be met (e.g. acceleration of mathematics)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications can be found on the Oakridge website under “Programs”.

Link to IB Application Information (Link available after the January 7th presentation)

Applications are currently available on Oakridge webpage.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application are due by Thursday, January 21

Applications must be emailed to the school IB email.

[email protected](automatic reply will notify you that your email has been received – check junk mail)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Offers of acceptance will be emailed to successful candidates by:

Thursday, January 28, 2021

Offers must be accepted no later than:

Monday, February 1, 2021

QUESTION PERIOD