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

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

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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

12. 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

13. Acronyms

14. 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.

16. 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

17. IB Assessment calendar location

18. IB Assessment Calendar

19. AAP and Balance (students and staff)

20. 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