1. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Diploma Program IB and the HWDSB: Ancaster, Glendale and Westdale Secondary School

2. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 The History of IB and IB in Ontario  The International Baccalaureate was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit educational foundation.  There are more than 969,000 IB students at 3,290 schools in 141 countries.  Now over1800 Diploma Schools Worldwide  60+ DP schools in Ontario, 141+ in Canada  IB Diploma Pass Rates for Canada91%, World Average 79% (2007) Page 2

3. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 IB in the HWDSB  Three Schools offer the IB Diploma Programme Glendale Secondary School Ancaster Secondary School Westdale Secondary School  Students apply to the IB Program in the designated IB catchment boundary in their grade 10 year  Diploma Program offered in grades 11 and 12. Page 3

4. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Page 4 Organization: What is the IB mission? The IB is a not-for-profit foundation, motivated by its educational mission, focused on the student. The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

5. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Page 5 Programmes : What is the Learner Profile? It’s the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21 st century. IB learners strive to be: Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded Caring Risk-takers Balanced Reflective

6. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Page 6 Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? The curriculum contains SIX subject groups and a core of three parts.  three subjects at higher level (240 hours each).  three subjects at standard level (150 hours each).  all three parts of the core. The IB Learner Profile and the core are central to the philosophy of the Diploma Programme. Students study concurrently:

7. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 The Core: Non-Classroom Components of the Diploma All three components must be completed by students to earn the Diploma and students can earn up to 3 Bonus Points towards their Diploma. Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay Creativity, Action and Service Page 7

8. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Who is it for and what are the benefits ?  Two Diplomas! OSSD and IB  University Preparation Program Studies have been and are being published of the success rates of IB Students once they enter University  Internationally Written Curriculum Students will be exposed to curriculum that connects them to a Global Education  Transferable to 130 Countries and University Acceptance Internationally recognized and widely thought of as a quality controlled and dynamic curriculum (not just for students who plan to go Out of Province for University)  Transfer Credit Students can apply for University credit based on their results in IB examinations Page 8

9. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Grade 9 and 10: Sample Timetable Page 9 Grade 9 Semester OneSemester Two ENG1D EnrichedAMU1O1/AVI1O1/ADA1O1 FSF1DMPM1D1 Enriched SNC1DChoice (Latin, Tech, Bus,HIF) CGC1DPPL1O1 Grade 10 Semester OneSemester Two SNC2DMCR3U CHC2DENG2D Enriched MPM2D EnrichedOption** (3 rd science??) FSF2D or other languageCareers/Civics

10. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 What is special about IB assessment? IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability.  Diploma Programme assessment includes both final examinations and internal assessment undertaken by the teacher to IB criteria and then externally moderated by the IB.  Marks awarded for each course range from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).  The diploma is graded over 45 points giving ample scope to differentiate student ability  Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points.  Grade Level Descriptors developed for each subject  In General: 7 Excellent performance 6 Very good performance 5 Good performance 4 Satisfactory performance 3 Mediocre performance 2 Poor performance 1 Very poor performance Page 10

11. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 IB Diploma  How can I get my IB Diploma in Grade 12? 7 point marking scale Pass each course (no marks of 1) Receive a minimum of 24 Diploma Points Complete the TOK and Extended Essay Complete CAS (approx. 150 hours) Group 1 – Language6 Group 2 - Second Language B5 Group 3 - Individuals and Societies7 Group 4 - Experimental Sciences6 Group 5 - Mathematics6 Group 6 - The Arts5 Bonus TOK and EE (maximum 3)3 IB Diploma Score38

12. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Ontario University Marks Conversion Scale  Developed by Ontario Universities to ensure consistency around reporting of grades on the OSSD Page 12 IB GradeOSSD % RangeMoE 4 Point Scale 798-100%4++ 693-97%4+ 584-92%4 472-83%3 362-71%2 250-61%1

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14. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Canadian University Admissions UniversityProgramIB Grades and Prerequisite Ontario Grades and Prerequisite Queen’s UniversityCommerceFull IB Diploma with a minimum of 32 points English HL/SL Math SL or HL ENG4U, MCV4U and 1 other Grade 12 U Math, any other 3 Grade 12 U 87%+ average TorontoArts and ScienceFull IB Diploma with a minimum score of 28 English HL/SL Math HL/SL ENG4U, MCV4U and any 4 Grade 12 U Mid 80’s + McGillLife ScienceFull IB Diploma with score between 36-38 ENG HL/SL Math HL/SL Bio, Chem or Phys HL/SL 4U English 4U Calculus and Vectors; two of 4U Biology, Chemistry or Physics 91%+average

15. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Page 15 University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities? The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.  McGill University Quote: McGill has enthusiastically recruited IB students for over two decades. Even today, when reviewing an application from an IB Diploma candidate, whether from the local CEGEP, across Canada or the other side of the globe, our admissions officers can be assured of the candidate's strong and broad-based academic preparation. We have seen that IB students embrace the rigorous academic challenges of university life and perform well in their McGill programs. As a member of the College and University Recognition Taskforce, I can attest to the respected position of the IB diploma at prestigious universities throughout North America. Kim Bartlett Director of Admissions and Recruitment McGill University

16. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Items to Consider as a Family:  Is it right for YOUR child..IB Learner Profile  Flexibility of Course Selection in Grades 11 and 12  Financial cost (see next slide)  Transportation and Travel Arrangements for your Child  Commitment to the Core of the Program (CAS, TOK, and the Extended Essay) Page 16

17. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Cost of the Program  Reasons for Program Fees IB Schools, once authorized from IB, pay yearly fees to the IBO to be able to deliver their curriculum Examinations Fees for registering students in IBIS (IBO computer system) and to sit for examinations Courier Fees- All examinations and Internal Assessment must be sent for marking and moderation Teacher Training – all IB teachers need to be trained in an intensive 4 day workshop, locations all over North America Page 17

18. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Program Fee Structure 2016-2017 Page 18 Fees have been calculated on a cost recovery basis. Semester Program Fees: $550.00 payable each semester in Grades 11 and 12 (total of 4 semesters) Total for complete programme: $2,200.00 Families with financial needs may apply to the Board for support.

19. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 Timeline for Applications  Completed Applications due to school by February 16th, 2015  Acceptance to the program communicated by individual school process by Mid- March.  Invitation sent to register. Each school will have their own timelines as to how/when this registration will take place. Page 19

20. © International Baccalaureate Organization 2007 The Application Package:  The following documents are required for submission by the application deadline: Application package including demographic information, student response questions and parent response question. Most recent report card Academic Transcript Reference letter from current teacher Page 20

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