1. Welcome Back Presented by: Mrs. Brewer

2. Updates Ms. Canales: New Assistant Principal Mr. Ulrich will be taking over for IB Chem Excellent fit, Chemistry/Biochemistry background, experience from UWF Reminder: College essay and resume still due first day for IB English 4 Reading list: Start the year ready

3. The Core Curriculum Group 3: History Group 1: English Group 4: Biology Chemistry Physics Group 6: Arts/ Elective Group 5: Math Group 2: Foreign Language

4. Typically 12 th Grade Schedule: 1.IB English 4 2.IB French 5, IB Spanish 5, ( IB Span AB 2) 3.IB Contemporary History 2 4.IB Biology 3, IB Chemistry 3, IB Physics 2/3 5.IB Statistics, IB Calculus, AP Cal BC (Math SL), IB Math HL 6. IB Art 2/3, IB Theatre 2/3 or have taken another 6 th subject (IB Geography, 2 nd Science) 7. IB Theory of Knowledge 2 -Elective NO SCHEDULE CHANGES UNLESS THERE IS A MAJOR PROBLEM

5. CENTER of the CIRCLE Theory of Knowledge Creativity, Action, Service Extended Essay

6. Maximum of 4,000 words Needs to be turned in by the first day or else… Completion grade for TOK Additional suggestions from mentors will be given to you for final revisions Then, students will have a few weeks to revise until the final copy is due If you had Dr. Strong for a mentor, please see me afterwards!!!

7. Extended Essay Continued EE will be an additional TOK grade based on your final paper Use website: www.phsibsupport.org Click Students & Parents Click EE Review subject guides Externally graded by IB from A to E If you receive an E, you will not receive your IB diploma even if you have enough points!!! Example: This has happened each year Plagiarizing will result in NO diploma

8. General problems with EE Not following IB subject guidelines –www.phsibsupport.orgwww.phsibsupport.org Wrong subject area entirely –Can result in an E Teacher’s grade predications are often higher than actual EE grade Waiting until last minute –You will not have time senior year so do a good job NOW!

9. THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE TOK TOK class in 12 th grade: One oral presentation in the fall TOK paper responding to choice of set question (1,000-words) Plagiarizing will result in NO diploma With TOK essay and EE grade, students can be awarded up to 3 points towards IB diploma Take advantage of this opportunity

10. Students can not earn an E in TOK or on their EE or they will not receive an IB diploma A-Excellent B-Good C-Satisfactory D-Mediocre E-Elementary N-No Grade

11. CAS Every CAS activity must have a reflection CAS supervisors cannot be family members Seniors will need to have two meetings regarding CAS 1 st meeting: Ms. Simmons (during college meeting) 2 nd meeting: Exit Interviews –(April) –Reflections / 8 learning outcomes Honor code must be followed for CAS – It is for your benefit No official CAS Coordinator due to funding

12. CAS is NOT: Family duty Experience that only benefits the student Part of a diploma program subject, TOK, or your extended essay An activity: Without a responsible adult Where student receives grade, payment, or reward Profit seeking CAS is: Aimed to challenge students to try new and different things and thus challenge them to adapt, reflect, grow and develop

13. CAS DEADLINES IB CAS: Continue logging activities in ManageBac. Continual activities can be grouped together At least 100 hours, most of which should be completed by April 1 st and should include one sustained, collaborative project integrating at least two categories of C/A/S. Evidence of 8 learning outcomes and reflections are due at the time of the exit interview. For more information contact Ms. Simmons www.phsibsupport.org -Students & Parents <CAS Web-based record-keeping via ManageBAC: www.phs.managebac.com -Instructions on website

14. How to Earn IB diploma IB EXAMINATIONS: 2 components: Internal Assessment External Assessment Exams called Papers For Art & Theatre: Portfolios/Production No make-up for IB Exams

15. INTERNAL ASSESSMENTS Internal assessments are graded by classroom teacher and moderated by an IB examiner Internal assessment also determine final points awarded for each subject I t is NOT only the exam that matters but the internal assessments effect the final points

16. ASSESSMENT BREAKDOWN English Papers (Exams)70% - 2 IB exams Internal Assessments30%- World Lit paper/Oral/IOP Foreign Language Papers (Exams)70% - 2 IB exams Internal Assessments30%- Oral/Writ Asg History Papers (Exams)80%- 2 IB exams Internal Assessments20%- IA paper

17. ASSESSMENT BREAKDOWN Math Papers (Exams)80%- 2 IB exams Internal Assessment 20% ( exploration/project) Science Papers (Exams)80%- 3 IB exams Internal Assessments20%- One IA lab Art External Portfolio60% Internal Assessment40% Theatre External Assessment50% Internal Assessment50%

18. Earning the IB Diploma Earn high school diploma in June; notified of IB diploma results in July Seniors-your IB personal code and pin is how you log in ibo.org to see if you received diploma 6 Subjects – 1-7 points in each Diploma = Must earn minimum of 24 points 7-Excellent 6-Very Good 5-Good 4-Satisfactory 3-Mediocre 2-Poor 1-Very Poor

19. What is the difference? It is NOT a difference in quality of instruction, only quantity of instructional time -HL = 240 hours (2 years) -SL = 150 hours Difference also lies in the number of assessments per subject At least three courses must be taken at the “Higher Level” and 3 are to be taken at the “Standard Level.” Some students do 4HL/2SL Higher Level vs. Standard Level

20. Higher Level Options English-all students take History-all students take Biology, Chemistry, Physics Visual Arts Theatre -French/Spanish (very strong coursework in MS necessary) -Math (strong coursework in MS)

21. Standard Level Options Spanish/French Math Studies Math SL (Calculus) World Geography Visual Arts Theatre Additional Science: –Biology, Chemistry, Physics

22. Diploma Point Breakdown Students must have 24 points or higher to receive diploma Failing conditions include: E on TOK or Extended Essay CAS requirements have not been met 1 in any subject level 2 awarded three or more times 3 awarded four or more times Students earned fewer than 12 HL points For students taking four higher levels, the three highest grades count 10 students had enough points but not enough HL last year Candidates gained fewer than 9 points on SL subjects IN ALL CASES, THE CANDIDATE MUST NOT BE GUILTY OF MALPRACTICE/CHEATING

23. IB RESULTS Who checked their results? Review your results: –Did you pass? Are you on track? –If not, what subjects can you receive a higher score to compensate? –Are you aware of how your internal assessments effect your results? Know your strengths and weaknesses to maximize the possibility for the diploma!

24. Take Control Of Your Future Do your best and do NOT procrastinate Attendance-you MUST be at school –Be on time –Do not miss school to make up work –Do not skip classes Find a system to be organized and stay on track with your assignments –IA calendar You are the leaders now! –Follow the school rules –Be good examples –Be humble

25. Ms. Simmons: IB Counselor

26. What are the Advantages of graduating from the IB Program? IB is widely recognized by the World’s leading universities. Earn college credit, in many cases allowing you to skip over entry-level courses. Develop study habits and time management skills. Increased scholarship opportunities.

27. Earning College Credit through IB! Most universities reward your IB exam results with college-credit; however, the exam scores and awarded college credit varies by university. To learn what IB scores are needed for college-credit, students can check out the IBO website at http://www.ibo.org/country/index.cfm –select the United States –choose a college or university – *remember to follow-up with the individual universities admissions websites for the most up to date criteria

28. Villanova University Villanova University recognizes the rigors of the IB curriculum and grants placement and/or credit for the following Higher Level IB scores and University course equivalents:

29. How prestigious universities view the IB program the IB as a challenging curriculum respect IB very much community service component of the IB is also highly respected have not been challenged to do so before or in other types of curriculums “A student’s high school courses and curriculum is the most important factor in the selection process complimented by all of the other pieces in the application. We see the IB as a challenging curriculum, with higher and standard level courses as well as the TOK and extended essay. As a staff, we respect IB very much and see applicants from all over the world in the IB curriculum. The community service component of the IB is also highly respected as students engage in outreach to their communities as a part of their holistic school requirements. We also note the extended essay subject and the opportunity for students to research and write in a way they have not been challenged to do so before or in other types of curriculums. The IB is a wonderful program. ” Jodi Robinson, Director of Admissions

31. Does being in the IB program help obtain scholarships? Class of 2015: $14 plus million dollars awarded for 98 students Class of 2015: 98% of IB students received Bright Future Scholarships Several universities award earning the IB diploma with scholarships –AUTOMATIC FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP Also check out the IBO website for college and university scholarships at: http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/scholarships/

32. College Timeline Refer to PHS IB website at phsibsupport.org under the College tab for a complete timeline of the college admissions process for high school students. IB College Counselor –Meet at least one time during the college admission/selection process –Sign up for a time on the calendar outside Mrs. Gilson’s office Important for seniors to register for final SAT/ACT –ACT: September 12 TH, October 24 TH –SAT: October 3 rd, November 7 TH

33. IB DIPLOMA

34. WE BELIEVE IN YOU BUT DO YOU BELIEVE IN YOURSELF?

35. YOU HAVE TWO CHOICES…. TO SURVIVE OR SUCCEED YOUR FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT BE PREPARED & MOTIVATED AND BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

36. STUDENT SURVEY FOR FIVE YEAR EVALUATION