What is the Core of the IBDP/IBCP? What is required and WHEN? What do I get out of this?

Communicator Principled Caring Reflective Balanced Thinker Inquirer The Learner Profile Caring Reflective Balanced Thinker Inquirer Risk-Taker Open-Mindedness Knowledgeable

Approaches to Learning (ATL) Communication Skills Self-Management Skills Social Skills Thinking Skills Research Skills

RHS IB OFFERINGS Class of 2019 Class of 2018 Group 1: Group 2: Lang and Lit HL Group 2: Arabic/Mandarin/ Spanish AB Spanish SL/HL Group 3: Anthropology HL History of Americas HL Group 4: Biology SL/HL Chemistry HL Group 5: Mathematics SL Math Studies SL Group 6: Visual Art HL World Arts and Cultures SL Group 1: Lang and Lit HL Group 2: Arabic/Mandarin/ Spanish AB Spanish SL/HL Group 3: Anthropology SL History of Americas HL Group 4: Biology SL/HL Chemistry HL Group 5: Mathematics SL Math Studies SL Group 6: Visual Art HL Music SL

What Does an IB course look like? Rigorous, pre-collegiate Take exams at the end of the course Every IB student in the world takes the same exam! Complete the Internal Assessment (IA) requirements Usually an essay, project, or presentation Real-world application of material Higher Level (HL) v. Standard Level (SL) courses HL= more requirements and in-depth study

What goes on in a typical ‘rigorous’ IB classroom Student-centered discussion Student-generated inquiry Critical thinking and writing Student-designed project development Problem-based learning Simulations and investigations Collaborative activities * Whole-class instruction

Benefits of the IB? Tangible Non-tangible College credit/standing Additional scholarship opportunities Externally assessed student performance Shows colleges commitment to challenge and personal development Second language learning Encourages international-mindedness in students Reflects real life by going beyond traditional subject learning Encourages a positive attitude toward learning by engaging students in inquiries and making them aware of the process of learning Emphasizes the development of the whole student through the Learner Profile Participate and belong to a family learning community which promotes personal growth and closer working relationships with peers and IB staff

Benefits of CTE and the IBCP - Career field certification Develop a broad range of career-related competencies Prepare for effective participation in an ever-changing world of work Engage in learning that makes a positive difference to future lives Become a self-confident person ready for life in the 21st century

Acronyms

Importance of the IA Usually between 20 – 30% of a total IB grade (1-7). Conducted during the two year course of study with between 20 – 30 hours to complete the work. Assessed internally by the teacher and a moderation sample is sent to the IB.

S Major Dates Junior Year May (Grade 10): IB CORE introduced October 13th: Fast Forward/IB registration February: CAS/EE advisors assigned May 1st : IB exams start IAs started: Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 6 Senior Year October 13th: Fast Forward/IB registration November 10th: Final EE due December 6th: TOK Presentations December 12th: PPS Presentations December 21st : TOK/RP paper due End of Sem 1: IAs completed April 6th: IB Art Show April 6th: CAS/CS due May 1st : IB exams start

IB Assessment calendar location

IB Assessment Calendar

AAP and Balance (students and staff)

Parental support: Have major assessment deadlines on your calendar too! Support good attendance/communication Know and ask students/children about the IB Core Contact teachers with questions or concerns early Research colleges and post secondary options with your students Help students prioritize/ time manage