1. International Baccalaureate® Information Updated October 1, 2013
Welcome LSHS Families!
International Baccalaureate®
Information
Updated October 1, 2013

2. The International Baccalaureate Organization
Non-profit organization
Diploma Program present in schools in 145 countries
Funded primarily through fees paid by IB World Schools

3. IB Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

4. IB Learner Profile
IB learners strive to be:
Inquirers They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
Thinkers They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Risk-takers They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.

5. IB Learner Profile
Principled They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
Open-minded They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
Balanced They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
Reflective They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
Knowledgeable They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

6. Why R-7 Chose IB in 1987 Increased rigor
IB embraces critical thinking, reading, writing, oral communication
Course score is not JUST one test on one day (like Advanced Placement), but uses work graded by the classroom teacher and a variety of types of assessments.
Work is scored using internationally- normed standards
Variety of ways to participate: IB Diploma, IBCC and IB Courses

7. Which IB Option is RIGHT for you?

8. IB Options at LSHS Full IB Diploma One or more individual IB courses
IB Career Related Certificate (IBCC)

9. Proven student engagement
Levels of academic engagement
In a survey of more than 40,000 secondary school students, IB Diploma Programme students in grades 11 and 12 averaged 10% higher in academic, social and emotional engagement.
Levels of social engagement
Source: High School Student Engagement Among IB and Non-IB Students in the United States: A Comparison Study, a report by International Baccalaureate, and analysis of 2009 HSSSE Results, Center for Evaluation and Education Policy, Indiana University.

10. College Preparedness
ACT reports there is a higher correlation between taking challenging coursework and college success than student GPA and class rank
Recent brain research shows that being challenged promotes brain development—advantage throughout life
MANY studies show IB Diploma Candidates and IB Course students are better prepared for college!

11. Conclusions from study correlating IB Curriculum and Standards to College Readiness
The conclusion of the studies undertaken for this project is that students who are exposed to the IB curriculum are learning material that is highly aligned with the expectations of university faculty and that in many cases IB standards exceed those expectations.
(Taken from International Baccalaureate Standards Development and Alignment Project: Final Report, 2009) 11

12. What are the requirements of the IB Diploma?

13. IB Diploma Requirements
At least three higher level (HL) courses—(all two-year courses): English, History, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Art, and possibly Music
2-3 standard level (SL) courses– (1-2 years): Math or Math Studies (2), Spanish (2), French (2), German (2), Chinese? (2), Environmental Systems & Societies (1), Integrated Technology in a Global Society (1), Psychology (1), Art (1), Music (1), and possibly Film (1)

14. IB Diploma Requirements
Must have IB English, IB Modern Language, IB Math, IB Social Science, IB Science and (After that, sixth course can come from any IB subject area available)
Theory of Knowledge—Spring 11th , fall 12th
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) activities to be well balanced person
Extended Essay—research paper up to words

15. IB Math Options Option A IB Math 12 AKA Calculus
12th Grade
IB Math 12 AKA Calculus
Math Studies 12
11th Grade
Option A
IB Math 11 like Pre- Calculus +
Option B Math Studies 11 (Alg 2 +)
Get advice from your current math teacher as to where you should be placed.

16. ITGS Information Technology in a Global Society
IB Elective at Summit Tech
One hour/day, either 5thor 7th
Need your own transportation
Counts as PRACTICAL ART for graduation

17. IB Diploma Core Extended Essay (EE) Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)
Theory of Knowledge (ToK)

18. Extended essay Diploma Programme
Acquaints diploma candidates with the kind of independent research and writing skills expected by universities
EE is NOT just a long report— analysis and evaluation is required
Can be a topic of discussion at admissions interviews—especially at schools familiar with IB Diploma
Students begin writing during junior year and complete it during February of the senior year.
© IBO 2002

19. Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Diploma Programme
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
ToK stimulates critical reflection on knowledge and experience
Students examine the grounds for moral, political and aesthetic judgments
Students attempt to answer the question “What do I know, and how do I know that I know it?”
ToK is taught second semester of junior year, first semester of senior year
Theory of Knowledge
extended es
creativity, action,
service
© IBO 2002

20. Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) 150 hours over 18 months
Diploma Programme
The whole person
Creativity, Action, Service
(CAS) hours over 18 months
A variety of activities assist students
in becoming responsible,
compassionate citizens
in their communities
Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Action, Service
extended essay
© IBO 2002

21. New Diploma Program Continuum

22. What are the benefits of pursuing the full IB Diploma ?

23. What does it cost? IB Diploma IB DP Course Student Exam fees are
Currently, all IB exam fees (approximately $804) are paid for by the school district.
IB DP Course Student
Exam fees are
paid for by the student.
1 exam = $265
Each additional exam = $108
Scholarship funds are available on a need basis.

24. Percentage of Students who Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in 4 Years @Southside HS

25. IB Students in Postsecondary Education
*Source: US Census, the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) of NCES, and the National Student Clearinghouse
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26. College Admissions Question
Did this student take the most rigorous course of study available to them at your school?
If, not, why?
Common Application: Are you an IB Diploma Candidate?

27. College Admission Rates
Average %
UC Berkley
NYU
MIT
U Penn
Cornell
IB Students %
UC Berkley 60
NYU
MIT
U Penn
Cornell

28. Scholarships and Credit for IB Students

29. College Credit from IB Courses
Each college/university sets its own policy
Generally 4+ or 5+ earns college credit—sometimes more credit for higher score
Some schools accept Standard Level courses only if they are part of the IB Diploma
Can change from year to year

30. Missouri State University
IB Diploma recipients automatically accepted to MSU
IB diploma + 27 ACT = honors college
$5000/year for ALL IB Diploma Recipients

31. Truman State 30 + points on diploma= 30 hours of credit.
$2000/year scholarship for IB diploma-competitive
No diploma? HL courses with scores of 4+ = 3-4 hours credit

32. University of Nebraska
Actively pursuing the IB Diploma or IBCC qualifies you for in-state tuition
IB Diploma Recipients receive waiver of out of state tuition all 4 years
IB Diploma Recipients can receive credit for SL courses and ToK

33. The IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC)

34. IB Career-Related Certificate (IBCC)
2-3 IB Diploma courses
IB Core: approaches to learning; reflective project; community service; language development
Vocational qualifications offered by school

35. What Career Programs Qualify for IBCC?
Summit Technology Academy Programs
Medical Interventions/Biomedical Innovation (1 year; HBS pre-requisite)
Nursing (1 year; HBS pre-requisite)
Digital Electronics/Computer Integrated Manufacturing(1 year)
Engineering Design and Development Optional 2nd year
Cisco Academy (1-2)
Cadet Teaching

36. IBCC Core Requirements
Approaches to Learning Course will be taught at Summit Technology Academy
Reflective Project supervised at Summit Technology Academy
Career-related Service verified at your high school by IBCC Coordinator
Language Development (IB course, entry level courses, independent study)

37. IBCC Continuum

38. Why Should students take IB Course(s)?

39. Common Reasons for Choosing IB Diploma/Courses
Excellent Preparation for College
Potential to earn College Credit
Scholarships
Admissions
Sense of personal accomplishment
Desire to be among best students at LSHS.

40. The Educational Policy Improvement Center (EPIC) study found that the IB Diploma Programme is:
achieving one of its major objectives, “preparing all students for university”.
“In short, students who participate successfully in IB should be well prepared to succeed in entry-level college general education courses and in some cases to have already learned material covered in such courses.”

41. More from the Chicago Public Schools Study
When in college, IB DP students report feeling prepared to succeed and indeed excel in their coursework, often stating explicitly that their experiences in the program taught the specific skills and behaviors demanded of them in college.
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42. Time Magazine Sunday, Dec
Time Magazine Sunday, Dec. 10, How to Bring Our Schools Out of the 20th Century By Claudia Wallis and Sonja Steptoe
“…. the International Baccalaureate Organization’s goal—“to prepare students to assume a meaningful role in today’s global society”—meshes well with Americans’ heightened awareness that they must compete for jobs with people on other continents, and that they need a world-class education to succeed.”

43. Kansas City Star
Nerve cells in the cortex of the brain “multiply and grow stronger as people learn and practice new skills.”
“Instead, children praised for trying hard or taking risks tend to enjoy challenges and find greater success”
Students should be rewarded for persistence, determination
Students who are rewarded for “being smart” may “shy away from hard assignments”
Some “smart” students are “vulnerable to coasting or easily frustrated when they don’t succeed.”

44. IB Myths and Facts

45. Myth: If you are an IB student, you won’t have a life.
Fact:
Most IB and AS students are involved in at least one extra- curricular activity.
IB Diploma students document hours in creativity, action, and service.

46. Myth: IB is a lot of work for nothing.
Fact: IB students develop the skills necessary for academic success in both high school and college. Universities recognize IB coursework in admissions policies and scholarships.

47. Myth: IB classes will hurt your GPA.
Fact: IB classes are weighted, so they actually help your overall cumulative GPA, which also helps your class rank. Yes, colleges will often ask to see the unweighted GPA, but ultimately they want to see that you are taking the most challenging classes you can!

48. IB Student Comments
“IB classes have taught me to write efficiently, clearly and creatively.” “It’s more like an academic family than a bunch of classes! I feel a special bond with my classmates and the teachers.”

49. “I love the challenge of IB. It pushes you
“I love the challenge of IB. It pushes you. I have learned HOW to think, not WHAT to think.” “As an English major at an Ivy League University, I am definitely thankful for the IB classes I took. The IB classes helped me develop the writing, organizational and analytical skills that I needed to easily transition and succeed in my first year of college.”

50. IB Parent Comment
“Pursuing the IB diploma involves hard work, determination, organization and service to others. What better preparation for college? And in the process, there develops a genuine camaraderie, a community of interesting, involved and supportive students and teachers.”

51. What do we need to do to get ready for participation in the IB program?
Advanced classes
GPA matters
Second language acquisition
Graduation requirements: 1 fine art; 1 practical art; personal finance; 1 PE; health; 3 yrs. science, history, math; 4 yrs. English
Leave room for learning lab (4 semesters), and program classes
Consider summer school & online classes.

52. Additional Information
Click on “Information for Parents”
University Recognition Directory

53. Questions?