International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme @ SGMHS SGMHS , an Authorized IB World School Since January 31st, 2014. 2015-2016

The Mission of the IB Programme… 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.

IB DIPLOMAPROGRAMME AT SGMHS San Gabriel Mission High School received authorization to implement the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme on January 30th, 2014. The International Baccalaureate was established in 1968 and is recognized worldwide. Currently, 2,641 schools (globally) have earned IBDP authorization. San Gabriel Mission High School is one of 11 all-girl schools in the United States recognized as an IBDP World school.

IB Learner Profile – IBDP Students Aim to be… inquirers knowledgeable thinkers communicators principled open-minded caring risk-takers balanced (Spiritual) reflective

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - Curriculum

What is IB Diploma Programme? IBDP Candidates are placed in a cohort and participate in a series of vigorous courses meant to solidify their Academic experience. The IBDP programme is intended for Juniors and Seniors. Courses are 2 years in length

IB Diploma Programme at SGMHS Group 1 : Language A – IB Literature Group 2: Language B - IB Spanish or French ab initio Group 3: Individuals & Societies - IB History of the Americas and IB World History Group 4: Experimental Sciences - IB Biology Group 5: Mathematics & Computer Science - IB Math Studies or IB Math SL Group 6: The Arts - IB Film Studies or IB Visual Arts

Sample Schedules IBDP Junior Year Senior Year 1. IB Literature (English) – Yr1 2. IB Spanish – Yr 1 3. IB History of the Americas 4. IB Biology- Yr 1 5. Math Studies or Math SL – Yr 1 6. B Film or IB Visual Arts – Yr 1 7. Theory of Knowledge – Zero period *Government/Econ completed sophomore year for pre-diploma students. IB Literature (English) – Yr2 2. IB Spanish – Yr 2 3. IB World History 4. IB Biology- Yr 2 5. Math Studies or Math SL – Yr 2 6. IB Film or IB Visual Arts – Yr 2 or alternative depending on a case by case basis 7. Theory of Knowledge – Zero period

What are the Differences Between IB & AP? Advanced Placement Program IB Diploma Programme 14,000 public high schools in U.S. offer AP courses. Focus on individual subjects. Stand alone courses. 1 Year courses. About 830 schools in the U.S. offer the IB Diploma Programme. SGMHS is one of 11 all girl schools in the U.S. that is authorized to offer the IBDP program. Focus on a holistic curricular program. IBDP Candidates must complete 6 courses plus Extended Essay, CAS, and TOK requirements. 2 year courses.

IB Diploma Programme at SGMHS Other Programme Requirements for IBDP Candidates: 1. Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) – Service Requirement 2. Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – Extra class 3. Extended Essay – 4,000 word senior paper

IBDP Exams=Combined Scores Each exam is given a score from 1-7 (42 pts possible) Students can be awarded 3 additional points for the combined results of TOK, CAS and Extended essay ___________________________________________ (total points possible – 45) The diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points, subject to certain minimum levels of performance across the whole diploma and to satisfactory participation in Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).

Application Rules: Students must apply to the IBDP at the end of their Sophomore Year. IB Diploma Programme cohort candidates must complete all of the courses specified by IB And complete the CAS, TOK, & Extended Essay requirements. They must also attend summer school in order to comply with SGMHS graduation requirements. Non IBDP students may enroll in a stand alone IB class with teacher signature. * These students are not considered “IB” students.

Pre- Diploma Programme Sophomore year Intended for sophomores that would like to prepare themselves for the rigors of the IBDP program. Students must apply at the end of their Freshman year. * Participation in the Pre-Diploma program does not guarantee admission into the IBDP program Junior year.

Financial Responsibilities Program Fees Allocation of Fees Pre-Diploma Programme $600 ( sophomore year only) Operations * AP exam fees are separate Full IB Diploma Programme Candidates $1200 per year ( junior & senior year) Summer school courses, IB exam fees, operations IB Certificate Students $200 a year per independent (two year)IB course.   $300.00 per one year course IB exam fee and operations