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GOAL…A PRESENTATION IN 4 PARTS
• About the IB Program
• What options do I have and how do I chose?
• How to prepare for IB
• Selection process and lottery
ABOUT THE IB PROGRAM AT WASHINGTON-LEE HIGH SCHOOL
The IB Program at Washington-Lee High School encourages students to be active learners, well-rounded individuals and engaged world citizens.
WASHINGTON-LEE HIGH SCHOOL
AN IB WORLD SCHOOL SINCE 1996
• Authorized in 1996
• One of 2,292 DP schools in 140 countries
• Member of Mid-Atlantic IB World Schools (IB-MA)
IB Diploma Class of 2011
RESULTS FOR 2010-2011
• 81% diploma pass rate in 2011 (35 of 43)
• 4.89 average grade obtained by candidates who passed the diploma (4.89 out of 7)
• 31 average points obtained by candidates who passed the diploma (31 out of 45)
• 364 students took 737 exams in 30 subject areas
• 72% students tested scored a 4 or better (4 out of 7)
PROFILE FOR 2011-2012
• 59 diploma seniors (12th)
• 51 anticipated juniors (11th)
• 541 students enrolled in one or more IB classes (11th-12th)
• 204 W-L Pre-IB students (9th and 10th)
• 313 IB transfers (9th-12th)
WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT IB?
•World-wide recognition.
•The curriculum and pedagogy of IB programs focus on international perspectives of learning and teaching, while insisting that students fully explore their home culture and language.
•Students are assessed both internally and externally in ways that measure individual performance against stated objectives for each subject.
•Ongoing professional development for teachers.
THE DIPLOMA PROGRAM GOALS PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH:
• A broad and balanced, yet academically demanding, program of study.
• The development of critical-thinking and reflective skills.
• The development of research skills.• The development of independent learning skills.• The development of intercultural understanding.• A globally recognized university entrance
qualification.
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OPTION 1: FULL DIPLOMA
IB OPTIONS
OPTION 1: FULL DIPLOMA
• Application required: Students apply in November and December of 10th grade
• A two-year course of study
• Starts in the Junior year
• Focuses on international mindedness
• Core requirements
CONTENTS: WHAT DOES THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM CURRICULUM CONTAIN?
The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts
Students study concurrently:•three subjects at the high level (240 hours each)
•three subjects at the 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 Program.
COURSE OFFERINGS
• Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature• English Literature A HL• Spanish Language and Literature A HL and SL (fluent
speakers)
• Group 2: Language Acquisition• Spanish B HL and SL• French H HL and SL• Latin HL and SL• Chinese SL*• Arabic SL*
* First teaching in 2013-2014
COURSE OFFERINGS
Group 3: Individuals and Societies• History of the Americas/Topics of 20th Century
HL and SL• Psychology HL and SL• Philosophy SL• Economics SL• Geography SL• Social and Cultural Anthropology SL and HL• Information Technology in a Global Society SL• Business and Management SL
COURSE OFFERINGS
Group 4: Experimental Sciences• Biology HL• Chemistry HL• Physics SL• Environmental Systems SL• Design Technology SL• Sports, Education and Health Science SL
Group 5: Mathematics• Mathematics SL and HL• Math Studies SL• Computer Science HL
COURSE OFFERINGS
Group 6: The Arts• Theater HL and SL• Visual Arts HL and SL• Music SL
THE DIPLOMA CORE
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)
• Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service
• Education outside the classroom
• Development of the learner profile
EXTENDED ESSAY (EE)
• 4,000 words
• Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest
• Familiarizes students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university
THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (TOK)
• Interdisciplinary• Explores the nature of knowledge across
disciplines• Encourages an appreciation of other cultural
perspectives
SAMPLE DIPLOMA SCHEDULE #1
IB English HL
IB English HL (1)
IB Latin SL
IB Latin SL (2)
IB HOA HL
IB Topics HL (3)
IB Biology HL
IB Biology HL (4)
IB Math SL
IB Math SL (5)
IB Psychology SL (3)
TOK
Journalism
Journalism
English
Math
History PsychologyBiology
Latin
TOK
SAMPLE DIPLOMA SCHEDULE #2
IB English HL
IB English HL (1)
IB Spanish HL
IB Spanish HL (2)
IB HOA HL
IB Topics HL (3)
IB Physics SL
IB Physics SL (4)
IB Math SL (5)
AP Statistics
IB Social Anthropology SL (3/6)
IB Theater SL (extra)
Guitar TOK
English
Physics
Spanish
Math
History
Social Anthropology
TOK
OPTION 2: DIPLOMA PROGRAM COURSES
IB OPTIONS
DIPLOMA PROGRAM COURSES“CERTIFICATE STUDENTS”
• No application required.
• Meet minimum course prerequisites and receive teacher recommendation.
• Take one or more IB courses out of the six groups of study as part of their high school program.
• Complete internal and external assessments.
PARENT AND TEACHER PERSPECTIVE
Renee Gorsky, Proud Parent
Matthew Przydzial, IB Mathematics and TOK Instructor
HOW TO PREPARE FOR IB
PREREQUISITES FOR W-L PRE-IB
• Strong grades (A’s and B’s) in all subjects.
• Spanish, French, Arabic or Chinese II or Latin I in grade 8.
• Algebra I or greater in grade 8.
• Strong grades (A’s and B’s) in English and History.
• Short answer/essay questions.
W-L PRE-IB COURSE OF STUDIES
• Intensified English 9• Intensified World History or
AP World History• Spanish, French, Arabic or
Chinese 3 or Latin 2• Intensified Biology• Geometry or Algebra 2,
Intensified• P.E./Health 1• Elective
• Intensified English 10• AP Government for 10th
graders*• Spanish, French, Arabic, or
Chinese 4 or Latin 3• Intensified Chemistry• Algebra 2, Intensified or
higher• P.E./Health 2• Elective
* Required course for IB transfers
SELECTION PROCESS
& LOTTERY
W-L PRE-IB RUBRIC 1. Transcript (6th-9th grade)
3 pts. All A’s2 pts. A ’s and B’s1 pt. One or more C’s0 pts. One or more D’s
2. World Language3 pts. Spanish/French/Arabic/Chinese level 2 or Latin level 1 with “B” or
better2 pts. Spanish/French/Arabic/Chinese level 2 or Latin level 1 with one or
more C’s1 pts. Spanish/French/Arabic/Chinese level 2 or Latin level 1 with one or
more D’s0 pts. Less than Spanish/French/Arabic/Chinese level 2 or Latin level 1 in
8th grade or Spanish/French/Arabic/Chinese level 3 or Latin level 2 in 9th grade 3. Math
3 pts. Algebra I or better in 8th (regular or Int.) or Geometry (regular or Int.) in 9th with A or better
2pts. Algebra I or better in 8th (regular or Int.) or Geometry (regular or Int.) in 9th with B or better
1 pt. Algebra I or better in 8th (regular or Int.) or Geometry (regular or Int.) in 9th with one or more C’s
0 pts. More than one D or not currently enrolled in Algebra I in 8th or Geometry in 9th
W-L PRE-IB RUBRIC CONTINUED
4. English/History3 pts. All A’s in English and Geography/W. History2 pts. A ’s and B’s in English and Geography/W. History1 pt. One or more C’s0 pts. One or more D’s
5. Short Answer Questions
3 pts. Extremely well written2 pts. Good1 pt. Below average0 pts. Poor/Incomplete
Total Score= _____ out of 15
*11 out of 15 is considered qualified
Application Deadline – January 20, 2012 (4PM)
At least one parent or guardian must attend two high school information sessions. A transfer application must be signed by the principal at the end of each meeting.
W-L is only accepting IB transfers. If the number of qualified program transfers exceeds 83 a random double-blind lottery will be conducted by the Superintendent’s office.
Transfers that do not pursue the full diploma must take three IB courses Junior and Senior year. All IB transfers are also required to take AP Government in 10th grade.
Bus transportation is provided for IB transfers that live at least 1.5 miles away.
HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION SESSIONS
School Thu, Nov. 3, 2011
Tue, Dec. 6, 2011
Thu, Jan. 12, 2012
Wakefield High 10 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m.
Washington-Lee High 8:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m.
Yorktown High 10 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m.
H-B Woodlawn(High School Program)
3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m.
Checklist for Pre-IB Applicants
Rising 9th and 10th grade students
Pre-IB application (all applicants)
APS Pupil Transfer application (transfers only)
Attend TWO High School Information Sessions (transfers only)
Cumulative transcript, including 1st quarter grades
Submit the above information to the IB office by 4 PM on January 20, 2012
Checklist for IB Diploma Program Applicants
Rising 11th grade students
IB Diploma Program application (all applicants)
APS Pupil Transfer application (transfers only)
Attend TWO High School Information Sessions (transfers only)
Cumulative transcript, including 1st quarter grades (transfers only)
Teacher recommendation forms (Non-WL and transfers only)
Questions
Please visit the W-L IB website at www.apsva.us/washingtonlee