Washington-Lee High School A Tradition of Academic Excellence

1. Washington-Lee High School A Tradition of Academic Excellence

2. Agenda • Welcome • Power point • Panel discussion • Question and Answer session • Quiz!

3. Authorized in 1996 One of 2,100 DP schools in 139 countries Member of Mid-Atlantic IB World Schools (IB-MA) Washington-Lee High SchoolAn IB World School Since 1996

5. IB Diploma Class of 2009

6. Results for 2009-2010 • 85% diploma pass rate in 2010 (44 of 52) • 4.70 Average grade obtained by candidates who passed the diploma • 30 Average points obtained by candidates who passed the diploma • 319 students took 696 exams in 30 subject areas • 73% students tested scored a 4 or better

7. Profile for 2010-2011 • 44 diploma seniors (12th) • 67 anticipated juniors (11th) • 479 students enrolled in one or more IB classes (55% of juniors and seniors) • 270 W-L pre-IB students (9th & 10th) • 39 faculty • 30 course offerings

8. 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 • School support, authorization and program evaluation • Professional development for teachers • Students are assessed both internally and externally in ways that measure individual performance against stated objectives for each subject

9. 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

10. at W-L I-B Program #2 IB school in Virginia -Newsweek One of the top 25 IB schools in the U.S. -Newsweek Costa Rica Exchange Program 30 subject offerings Bilingual Diploma

11. Options for Students Interested in IB Option 1: Full Diploma

12. Option 1: Full Diploma • A two-year course of study • Starts in the Junior year • Focuses on international mindedness • Core requirements • Application process

14. Course Offerings • Group 1: Language A1 • English HL • Group 2: Second Language • Spanish A2 HL (Fluent Speakers) • Spanish B HL and SL • French H HL and SL • Latin HL and SL

15. 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 • Information Technology in a Global Society SL • Business and Management SL

16. Course Offerings Group 4: Experimental Sciences • Biology HL • Chemistry HL • Physics SL • Environmental Systems SL • Design Technology SL Group 5: Mathematics • Mathematics SL • Math Studies SL • Computer Science HL

17. Course Offerings Group 6: The Arts • Theater HL and SL • Visual Arts HL and SL • Music SL **Course availability subject to change

18. Contents: What does the DiplomaProgram CORE contain? 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

19. 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

20. Theory of Knowledge (TOK) • Interdisciplinary • Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines • Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

21. Option 2: IB Certificate

22. IB Certificate • A student must: • Meet minimum course prerequisites . • 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.

23. How to Prepare for IB

24. Intensified English 9 Intensified World History or AP World History Spanish or French 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 or French 4 of Latin 3 Intensified Chemistry Algebra 2, Intensified or higher P.E./Health 2 Elective W-L Pre-IB Course of Studies

25. Prerequisites for W-L Pre-IB • Prerequisites for W-L Pre-IB include the following: • Algebra I – current enrollment in Algebra I or greater in grade 8. • Spanish II, French II, or Latin I – current enrollment in grade 8. • Strong grades (A’s and B’s) in all subjects

26. Selection Process& Lottery

27. The IB Transfer Process • Application Deadline – January 21, 2011 (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. • All applications are due to the IB office by 4 PM on January 21st. • Bus transportation is provided for IB transfers that live at least 1.5 miles away. • Transfers that do not pursue the full diploma must take three IB courses Junior and Senior year.

28. High School Information Sessions

29. Distinguished Panel Alexander Berlin Andrew Elliott Elizabeth Englund Shahenda Helmy Gretchen Schroeder Matthew Przydzial – Teacher/Mentor/Coach Renee Gorsky – Parent