Pierce – IB DPThe American College Of Greece

Pierce – International Baccalaureate

Pierce – International Baccalaureate

Presentation plan:

1. What is IB Diploma Program (DP)?

2. Why IB DP?

3. Why Pierce IB DP?

4. Integration of Pierce IB DP to ACG community.

What is IB Diploma Program?

International CommunityIB currently work with over 5000 schools,In 147 countries,

To develop and offer four challenging programmes to over1,000,000 students worldwide.

IB Diploma Program

The Core

What is TOK?

Theory of Knowledge (TOK): students reflect on the nature of knowledge and on how we know what we claim to know. TOK engages students in critical thinking and exploration of the nature of knowledge across disciplines encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives.

Different Perspectives

Critical Thinking

How do I

know?

How do

WE

know?

What do I

know?

What do

WE

know?

What is Extended Essay?

The Extended Essay (EE) is an independent, scholarly and self-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000-word paper. You should choose a research question that you will enjoy searching and writing about.

What is CAS?

• Not assessed (no grade!)

• A number and a range of CAS experiences (extra-curricula)

• One CAS project

• 5 stages: Investigation, Preparation, Action, Reflection, Demonstration

• Duration: continuous 18 months

CAS experiences/CAS project

ACTIVITY

School gym

Sports

5K, 10K runs

Walking

CREATIVITY

Article writing

Dance

Theatre

Music

New language

Arts exhibition

SERVICE

Immigrants

Elderly

Children in need

Environment

Mutual benefit!!

Six Subjects Groups

1. Studies in language and literature

2. Language acquisition3. Individuals and societies4. Sciences5. Mathematics6. The arts

IB DP Curriculum

• 6 courses with 7 points for each subject

3 Higher Level HL (240 hours each)

3 Standard Level SL (150 hours each)

• TOK and EE = 3 points (100 TOK + 40 EE hours)

• Total 45 points available

• Minimum 24 points to receive the Diploma

• CAS (no points but compulsory)

TOK / EE Matrix

IB DP Assessment

University Entrance Qualification

IB

Recognized worldwide

High academic

qualifications

International Gold Standard

University admissions preference

The Learner Profile

Approaches to Learning

IB DP increases academicopportunity

DP graduates are much

more likely to be enrolled at top higher

education institutions(Based on IB Based Research)

The IB DP qualification

IB students care about more thanjust results

Through creativity, action, service (CAS)

you learn outside the classroom and develop emotionally

and ethically as well as intellectually

The IB DP qualification

IB encourages you to become a confident and independent

learner

The extended essay requires independent research

through an in-depth study.

The IB DP qualification

The IB encouragescritical thinking

Learn how to analyze and evaluate

issues, generate ideas and consider

new perspectives.

The IB DP qualification

IB DP is aninternational qualification

The DP is recognized globally

by universities and employers

The IB DP qualification

Graduates areglobally minded

Language classes encourage an

international mindset, key for

increasingly globalized societies.

The IB DP qualification

DP students haveproven time

management skills

Take good study habits and strong

time management to further

education and the working world

The IB DP qualification

Subjects are nottaught in isolation

Theory of knowledge (TOK) classes

encourage you to make connections

between subjects.

The IB DP qualification

IB encouragesbreadth and depth of learning

You are able to choose courses from

six subject groups and study

subjects at different levels

The IB DP qualification

IB DP assesses morethan examination techniques

Learn to understand, not just

memorize facts or topics and

prepare for exams.

The IB DP qualification

Pierce Mission Statement

The mission of PIERCE is to provide aholistic education to form intellectuallyindependent, morally responsible,socially engaged global citizens.

Non ministrari sed ministrare(“Not to be served but to serve”)

defines our institutional character andour aspiration for our students.

The Pierce Learner Profile

• Long tradition and experience in education

• Holistic education and student-centered learning

• Academic culture and teaching excellence

Why Pierce IB DP ?

• International reputation and global community service

Pierce IB DP Curriculum

Studies in language and lit.: Modern Greek A (HL / SL)

Language acquisition: English Language B

Individuals and societies: History (HL / SL) Economics (HL / SL)Psychology (HL / SL)

Sciences: Biology (HL / SL)Chemistry (HL / SL)Physics (HL / SL)

Mathematics: Mathematics (HL)Math and Math Studies (SL)

The arts Visual Arts (HL / SL)

Concurrency for Learning

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

IB DP

DIRECTOR

ToKCOORDINATOR

CAS COORDINATOR

TEACHERSUNIVERSITY

COUNSELOR

IB DP VICE DIRECTOR

ACADEMIC ASSISTANT

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Studies in language and literature: Modern Greek Language A (HL / SL) – Dr. Kantzia

Language acquisition: English Language B – Mrs. Niadas (HL), Mrs. Petropoulou (SL)

Individuals and societies: History (HL / SL) – Dr. Gassenschmidt, Economics (HL / SL) – Dr. DoulosPsychology (HL / SL) – Mr. Tsiamis

Sciences: Biology (HL / SL) – Dr. Vlachantoni (CAS Coordinator)Chemistry (HL / SL) – Dr. SoulasPhysics (HL / SL) – Dr. Tampakis

Mathematics: Mathematics (HL) – Dr. Vrontakis (Deputy Coordinator)Mathematics and Math Studies (SL) – Dr. Kanta

The Arts: Visual Arts (HL / SL) – Mr. Ioannou

TOK and Extended Essay: Dr. Stamatellos (Coordinator)

University Counceling: Mrs. Ellen Froustis

IB Office – Academic Assistant: Dr. Eva Papoulia

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

• Communication and Cooperation with the Directorate of Secondary Education.

• Academic Counselor.

• Secretarial Support.

• Classrooms / Teachers Offices.

• Parents and Teachers Meetings.

• Renewal / Enrichment of Pierce IB DP site.

• Professional Development of IB DP teachers.

• Mentoring.

• ManageBac / Blackboard / SoSimple.

• School Nurse / School Psychologist.

• “Isotimia” with the Greek “Apolytirion”.

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

• The Connection between Pierce Lyceum and Pierce IB DP (Structures / Procedures / Documents etc.)

• Academic Program / Supervisions.

• Study Sessions

• Students Elections in IB DP.

• Excursions / Educational Trips.

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

• Participation in Pierce Clubs: “Volleyball”, “Nuclear Physics”, “Food Chemistry”, “Debate Club”, “Orchestra”, “TED-ed”, “Young Business Talents”, “MUN”, “Basketball”, “Visual Arts”, “Forensics Science”.

• Participation of IB DP Students in the “Sunny Days” magazine.

• MUN, Anatolia, Forensics, etc.

• Charity.

Procedures / Organizational Steps ++ Connection With The Pierce Lyceum

Studies Abroad: Why IB DP?

Is it the right

choice?

What do I need to

Do?

Is it the right choice

Best preparation for foreign universities

+ U.S. – College Credit+ U.K. – No A-Levels Needed+ Europe- No major entry exams

Does NOT prepare you for Pan-Hellenic Exams

What do I need to know

Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) revealed that “DP students have a 57 percent greater likelihood of attending one of the top 20 UK universities than their peers who study A- Levels”.

(University Admissions Officers Report, 2016)

How does IB DP Compare

Student Characteristics

+

How do I choose?

ENGINEERING

• IB MATH HL

• IB PHYSICS HL

• IB ENGLISH HL

• IB MODERN GREEK SL

• IB CHEMISTRY SL

• IB ECON/HISTORY /

VISUAL ARTS SL

MEDICINE

• IB BIOLOGY HL

• IB CHEMISTRY HL

• IB ENGLISH HL

• IB MODERN GREEK SL

• IB MATH SL

• IB PSYCHOLOGY SL

How do I choose?

LAW

• IB HISTORY HL

• IB ECONOMICS HL

• IB ENGLISH HL

• IB MODERN GREEK SL

• IB BIO/CHEM or PHYS

• IB MATH SL or STUDIES

ARCHITECTURE

• IB VISUAL ARTS HL

• IB PHYSICS HL

• IB ENGLISH HL

• IB MODERN GREEK SL

• IB MATH SL

• IB HISTORY

Timeline B LYKEIOY

• 2017 Jan. 24-Feb. 24: MEET with IB/ B’ LykeiouApril 15- June 15:

Personal StatementsChoose UniversitiesTake IELTS

Sept 15+ : ApplyTake Pre-Univ Exams

Oct. 15 : UK Medical SchoolsOct 31+ : Early Action/Early Decision/US

• 2018 Jan. 1 : U.S.Jan 15+ : UK & Europe

Timeline A’ LYKEIOY

• 2017- March 14-April 14: Meet with A’ Lykeiou• 2017- Early June: Course Selection Finalized• 2017- Sept +: Register: SAT or ACT for 2017- 2018• 2018- Jan-Sept:

-Take Pre-University Exams & IELTS-Write Personal Statement /Choose Univ.

- Oct 15:Deadline UK Medical Schools

- Oct 31: +- Early Decision/Action-U.S. • 2019- Jan 1 - Most U.S. Universities

- Jan 15 - UK & Europe

University Counseling Plan

1. Set realistic goals2. Align your ability, passions and career goals with degree choice3. Select proper IB courses to meet degree requirements 2. Maintain high grades3. Show leadership initiative and innovation in choice of activities4. Research broad scope of universities in U.S., Europe & abroad 5. Apply to those within the range of your ability, budget & dreams6. Let’s make it happen!

Best of both worlds!!!