1. Welcome Back to School! Calhoun Middle School An International Baccalaureate School August 22 nd, 2014

2. Welcome to (Your name and class)

3. Presentation Contents About me What is IB and the Middle Years Program Or the learner profile you will cover? What we curriculum we cover this year Supplies needed this year Policies How to contact me

4. About Me… I just purchased my first home! I have one younger sister, who is a physical therapist and body builder. We have two dogs- a beagle & a pit bull. I graduated from Baylor University and am a huge Rangers, Mavericks, and Cowboys fan!! Denise ImmittLacie

5. Random pictures of me………

6. What is International Baccalaureate (IB) ? The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. IB schools encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

12. IB Learner Profile: OPEN MINDED

16. IB Learner Profile: Caring

17. What we cover in this class: Vocal technique Music literacy Opportunity to perform music of various styles and genres Formal & Informal performance participation/opportunities

18. Classroom Supplies Needed This Year: 1. Two (2) boxes of facial tissue. 2. Two (2) blank CDs AND cases/sleeves. 3. *One (1) 3-ringed binder (1/2” or smaller-to be used for CHOIR ONLY!) 4. *12 Pack of #2 Pencils 5. Pencil sharpener 6. *Highlighter 7. * Music (Supplied by teacher) 8.*Notebook paper or spiral notebook This information can also be found in the choir handbook, on page 10.

19. My grading and homework policy

20. How to Contact Me… Ms. Denise Stephens Office-(940)369-2428 Email-dstephens1@dentonisd.org