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Welcome to Nash-Rocky Mount Schools International Baccalaureate Program

Welcome to Nash-Rocky Mount Schools International Baccalaureate Program. RMHS Diploma Program. The only IB program in our school system of 17,282 students One of only 28 programs in NC A program since 1999 85% of our students earn the diploma Most earn significant scholarships to university.

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Welcome to Nash-Rocky Mount Schools International Baccalaureate Program

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  1. Welcome to Nash-Rocky Mount SchoolsInternational Baccalaureate Program Hester, B. 7/2011

  2. RMHS Diploma Program • The only IB program in our school system of 17,282 students • One of only 28 programs in NC • A program since 1999 • 85% of our students earn the diploma • Most earn significant scholarships to university. Hester, B. 7/2011

  3. IB teachesKNOWLEDGEbut throughthatTHE STUDENTwilllearntobeTOLERANTandACCEPTINGofaDIVERSEWORLD Hester, B. 7/2011

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  6. Fosters tolerance and inter-cultural understanding through -critical thinking -problem solving -exposure to new ideas IB Hester, B. 7/2011

  7. IB Teaches us to see and accept our differences. Hester, B. 7/2011

  8. Are we the same? Hester, B. 7/2011

  9. OR Different Hester, B. 7/2011

  10. IB teaches us to be responsible citizens and to see our place in the world. Hester, B. 7/2011

  11. HOW? “The programme is presented as six academic areas enclosing a central core” (IBO). Hester, B. 7/2011

  12. THE HEXAGON Hester, B. 7/2011

  13. The IB Academic Areas at RMHS • Group 1: Language A1 English • Group 2: Language A2 Spanish or French • Group 3: History of the Americas and the 20th Century • Group 4: Biology and Chemistry • Group 5: Math • Group 6 : The Arts Hester, B. 7/2011

  14. The Core Theory of KnowledgeCreativity Action ServiceExtended Essay Hester, B. 7/2011

  15. Inquiry … Question … Investigate … Examine … Probe … Explore … Hester, B. 7/2011 http://thestartingfive.net/

  16. Theory of Knowledge (ToK) Looks at our ways of knowing about language, reason, emotion and perception. It is a more abstract approach to learning and knowledge. It emphasizes reflection and self-awareness. “It encourages you to think about the nature of knowledge and to reflect on the process of learning in all areas of the diploma program” (IBO). Hester, B. 7/2011

  17. CAS makes you a better citizen Creativity, Action and Service: It is the of the program!!! Creativity –the arts and experiences that involve creative thinking. Action – physical exertion leading to a healthy lifestyle. Service – unpaid and voluntary activities that have a learning benefit. Hester, B. 7/2011

  18. Earn CAS through programs such as Hester, B. 7/2011

  19. Or through our RMHS CAS outreach, “One Voice” Past Benefits: Children of the Sudan/Darfur Conflict, Victims of Earthquakes in Haiti and Chile, Japan’s Earthquake Victims, and Cancer Awareness. Hester, B. 7/2011

  20. Extended Essay A 4,000 word research paper of inquiry, that explores a self-selected topic of your choice from any area in our curriculum. Hester, B. 7/2011

  21. Assessments and Examinations • All of the subjects have some form of internal assessment, which may consist of papers, portfolios, orals, and/or presentations. • Examinations are at the end of the senior year, and all subjects are examined. • To be awarded the diploma, candidates must earn a minimum of 24 out of 45 points, earn a passing score on both the Extended Essay and ToK papers, and complete 150 or more CAS hours (50 in each area). Hester, B. 7/2011

  22. Where have our IB students gone? University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, Duke University, UNC-Charlotte, Davidson College, Elon University, UNC-Greensboro, East Carolina University, UNC-Asheville, UNC-Wilmington, Wake Forest University, New York University, Howard University, Harvard University, University of Kentucky, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Miami, Ohio State, Murdoch University in Australia, and more! Hester, B. 7/2011

  23. What about awarded scholarships? Morehead-Cain Scholars, Benjamin B Duke Scholars, Roberson Scholars, Gates Millennium Scholars, UNC Chancellors Scholars, Park Scholars, Levine Scholars , Buckeye Scholars, Pogue Scholars, Reynolds Scholars, Acorn Scholars, Andy Griffith Scholars, … Our IB students earn scholarships that average more than $1,000,000 per year!!! Hester, B. 7/2011

  24. Before we leave you to decide Pros cons Internationally recognized Prepares you for college Prepares you for life Fosters and develops a sense of community and humanity Makes you more self-aware, confident and compassionate It is hard work and requires full commitment from the entire family Time management Stress It is not the path of least resistance! Hester, B. 7/2011

  25. Just YOU? Hester, B. 7/2011

  26. Or YOU and IB? Hester, B. 7/2011

  27. YOU and IB And the World!!! Hester, B. 7/2011

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