1. The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) &
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program
ALP Grade 9 Preparation for Option Selection
Thursday, February 3, 2011
7:00
South Cafeteria

2. To IB or not to IB:
That is the Question!

3. The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)
2 years of preparation for IB program
Academic level programming
Clustered classes
Student workshops (EE, ToK, etc.)

4. Questions to consider How am I doing in the ALP?
How do I feel in my classes?
How do I learn?
How am I involved in extra-curriculars?
How are my school relationships?
Where do I want to go after high school?

5. How am I doing in ALP? Math English Science Geography French
“Students and parents can be confident that students who are achieving at Level 3 (70%) are well prepared for work in the next grade or the next course.”
(Ministry definition of the Provincial Standard – regular programming)
Higher marks are advised for success in ALP/IB.

6. How do I feel when I am in the classes?
Strong and well-challenged
Enriched by the learning environment
Experiencing opportunities beyond the regular academic program
Reconsider program if the answer is:
A little nervous/uncertain about the environment or level of challenge
Losing confidence in my ability to keep pace with the program

7. How do I learn best? I like to study.
I like to reflect on what I am learning.
I see connections between what I’m learning within my classes, and in the world.
I like learning in all subject areas, even if they are not my “best” subjects.
Reconsider program if the answer is:
I memorize everything; I don’t really like in-depth assignments.
I don’t really study much.

8. How am I involved in extra-curriculars?
How is my life beyond school?
I participate regularly in activities that I enjoy.
I take a leadership role in some of my activities.
I am satisfied with the school’s range of opportunities for participation.
I like the balance between my school life and my life beyond school.
Reconsider program if :
I don’t have enough time to pursue the activities I want; I spend most of my time on school work.
I have so many outside activities that I don’t have enough time to complete school work the way I want.

9. How are my school relationships?
With my peers?
I have or have made friends in classes and my extra-curricular activities.
I work well with my classmates; we support one another.
With my teachers?
I am comfortable working with my teachers in classes.
I am comfortable approaching teachers and other adults for assistance.
I am comfortable working with adults in my extra-curricular activities.
Reconsider program if the answer is:
I tend to work alone.
I feel a little isolated from the other students.
I’m uncomfortable asking classmates/teachers for help.

10. Where do I want to go after high school?
Choice of Program
Choice of University/College/Apprenticeship/Work
What courses and marks are required for my goals (admission requirements)?

11. The IB Curriculum Model
group 1
language A1
group 6
the arts and electives
group 2
second language
Extended Essay
(EE)
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Creativity, Action, Service
(CAS)
group 5
mathematics and computer science
group 3
individuals and society
group 4
experimental sciences

12. Sample 4 Year Student Timetable
GRADE 9
English
Math
Science
Geog.
French PE
Tech
Arts
**Music
GRADE 10
History
Civics 0.5
Career 0.5
Optional
GRADE 11
GRADE 12

13. “To IB” What courses do I choose for Grade 10 ALP?
Regular ALP French Immersion ALP
ENG2DB ENG2DB
MPM2DB MPM2DB
CHC2DB CHC2D4
SNC2DB SNC2D4
FSF2DB FIF2D1
CHV/GLC2O* CHV/GLC2O4*
MCR3UB** MCR3UB**
Elective*** Elective ***
Compulsory credit
All courses taken in the ALP program are Ontario curriculum

14. “To IB” * Civics/Careers (CHV/GLC2O)
Compulsory grade 10 credit for graduation
Option to take in summer school in July 2010 OR online during school year to make room for another elective
Not available for French Immersion

15. “To IB” **Mathematics (MCR3UB)
All ALP students take Grade 10 Math (MPM2DB semester 1)
May choose MCR3UB, dependent on potential pathway profile for Year 1 (grade 11) IB math:
“Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences” profile does NOT need MCR3UB (take Math Studies SL)
Engineering/Sciences/Business/ profile MUST CHOOSE MCR3UB (take HL or SL Math)

16. Important Notes ***Elective
ALP Students are still required to fulfill compulsory credits towards their OSSD
Group 2 = any additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts, business studies, or coop
3rd Science (biology, chemistry, physics)
May choose grade 11 course in grade 10 in 3rd science only
Main science courses are left for IB

17. Kids Are Never Stuck With The
Choices They’ve Made

18. “Not to IB”
Students in the ALP program earn the same Ontario credits at the end of each semester
Students are able to exit the ALP program at appropriate intervals:
At the end of a semester
At the end of the school year

19. Sample 4 Year Student Timetable
GRADE 9
English
Math
Science
Geog.
French PE
Tech
Arts
**Music
GRADE 10
History
Civics 0.5
Career 0.5
Optional
GRADE 11
GRADE 12

20. The IB Advantage
Successful students will earn both an IB Diploma AND an Ontario diploma (OSSD)
IB students graduate with 8-12 grade 12 U level courses
Most universities will look at students twice (IB marks and Ontario marks)
Transfer credits
Up to 3 credits for HL courses, usually with marks of 5 or higher
IB fees of $2400 are well worth it!
University Preparation
Academic rigour is part of student work ethic
University-level research, documentation, writing, presentation skills
University-level work habits (time management, organization)
Collaboration, social interaction, initiative, advocacy, international-mindedness skills
Creativity, Action, Service (portfolio, application readiness)

21. As well, explore ibo.org for IB information
Questions?
Go to for information about the range of White Oaks’ programs including ALP/IB.
As well, explore ibo.org for IB information