1. International Baccalaureate
Warwick High School
Student/Parent Orientation
The IB Diploma Programme

2. Benefits of IB-DP Participation
Challenging curriculum
Emphasis on global perspectives, interdisciplinary instruction, oral and written expression
Preparation for college
Jump start for college admission
Advanced placement/college credit

3. WHY IB?
When compared to a matched comparison group, IBDP students are 40 percent more likely to attend a four-year college and 50 percent more likely to attend a more selective college.
When in college, IBDP students report feeling prepared to succeed and indeed excel in their coursework, often stating explicitly that their experiences in the IBDP taught the specific skills and behaviors demanded of them in college.
Coca, V., D. Johnson, and T. Kelley-Kemple (2011). Working to My
Potential: The Postsecondary Experiences of CPS Students in the International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Consortium on Chicago School Research,
Chicago.

4. Program Expectations
Complete the four-year plan for a Virginia advanced diploma
Choose an IB plan (6 courses) based on the courses available for an International Baccalaureate diploma
Complete the course Internal Assessments and Examinations
Complete CAS requirements
Complete an Extended Essay

5. About the IB Program- The IB Learner Profile
IB learners strive to be:
Inquirers Knowledgeable
Thinkers Communicators
Principled Open-minded
Caring Risk-takers
Balanced Reflective

6. The IB Program
The IB Diploma Programme consists of two years of coursework, beginning in junior year
IBDP coursework consists of six courses from six subject areas
In addition, the program has three core requirements that are included to broaden the educational experience and challenge students to apply their knowledge and understanding:

7. The IB Program
The Theory of Knowledge course is designed to encourage students to reflect on the nature of knowledge by critically examining different ways of knowing and different kinds of knowledge
The Extended Essay is a requirement for students to engage in independent research through an in-depth study of a question relating to one of the subjects they are studying
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) requires that students actively learn from the experience of doing real tasks beyond the classroom
Katherine Garner- CAS and EE coordinator-

8. IB Courses One subject from each of the six groups
Language A Literature HL
Language B- Spanish, French, or German
History of the Americas HL
Experimental Science- physics, chemistry, biology, environmental
Mathematics
Elective
At least three but not more than four taken at higher level (HL)
Others at standard level (SL)

9. IB Examinations All classes include internal and external assessments
Internal Assessments (IA) are papers, experiments, projects, artwork, musical compositions, videos or other
External Assessments are examinations or projects that are graded by trained examiners around the world

10. Juniors are Anticipated candidates and may take up to two examinations
Seniors are Diploma candidates and may take six or more examinations

11. IB Fees Registration fee Examination fee Extended Essay fee
Approximately $900 per student over a two-year period
All paid by Newport News Public Schools
STUDENTS WHO DO NOT COMPLETE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS WILL BE CHARGED FOR THE COST OF THE IB TEST

12. What does the coordinator do?
Interpret, explain, and follow the guidelines of IBO
Maintain communication with all stakeholders
Mentor students and monitor student progress
Schedule students for IB tests and AP tests
Facilitate testing on site and off as needed
Submit work to IBO
Recruit
Work with staff to uphold program integrity
Coordinate major programs, training and workshops
Ensure that teachers and students have access to resources

13. Lines of Communication
Phone
Student Reflections sent monthly
reminders sent periodically
Parent letter each quarter
Student Advisory Board
WHS Homepage-warwick.nn.k12.va.us/ib

14. The IB Counselor Assists with Academic Planning
Available for individual counseling on emotional, social and personal issues
Guides students and families with post-secondary options
Holds workshops on college and financial aid through TOK as well as evening programs
Community Referrals
Is available with advice
Louisa Slagle-counselor
x67409

15. The IB Schedule
Diploma Plan Grade Grade IB English (HL) IB English (HL) IB History of the Americas (HL) IB History of the Americas (HL) IB Math 1 PreCal(SL) IB Math 2 IB Math (SL) Calculus BC IB Math (HL) Trig/ Ele Functions IB Math Studies (SL)
AP Statistics
IB Science IB Science
IB Chemistry (SL or HL) IB Chemistry (SL or HL) IB Physics (SL) IB Physics (SL) IB Biology (SL or HL) IB Biology (HL)
IB Environmental Systems (SL) IB Foreign Lang (SL) AP Lang or Elective
IB Elective IB Elective Elective/ToK ToK/Elective

16. IB Electives Social Anthropology (HL or SL) Psychology (SL)
Philosophy (SL)
Music (HL or SL)
Art/Design (HL or SL)
Business & Management (SL)
ITGS (HL or SL)
Environmental Systems (SL)
Theatre (HL or SL)
Film (HL or SL)

17. Workshops/Assistance
College preparedness
Study skills
Stress Management
Tutoring
Mentor programs
Parents Only Workshop Fall of Senior Year
Student Session in Spring of junior year

18. Preparation for College
Student Sessions once a month in Spring of junior year and fall of senior year
Attend College Fairs
& visit colleges
Understand deadlines
Research
Freshman Class Profile
College majors

19. Preparation for College
Maintain grades
Myers Briggs Type Indicator
Take 2 SATs and 1 ACT in Junior year
Get involved
Resumes are due by June

20. Parents-You are the coach and cheerleader!
Know the rules
Make a game plan
Encourage
Help to make adjustments
Help them to learn from defeat and modify the game plan
Applaud their successes
Mediate on their behalf

21. Beware of: Poor work habits Continued late nights Perfectionists
Poor organization skills
Poor time management skills
Poor decision-makers
Signs of stress

22. We’re off on an exciting educational journey!
Questions? Concerns?
We’re off on an exciting educational journey!