The unique benefits of an education in an IB world school

1. 11th grade options at The Village School The unique benefits of an education in an IB world school

2. Welcome The Village School, an international community, is committed to developing inquisitive life-long learners prepared to think critically, to collaborate genuinely, and to give of themselves generously, as they prepare to lead the next generation into an ever-changing world.

3. Programmes : What is the Learner Profile?It’s the IB mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century. Village School Students and Teachers will be learners that strive to be: Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded Caring Risk-takers Balanced Reflective The attributes of the learner profile express the values inherent to the IB continuum of international education: these are values that should infuse all elements of the three programs available at The Village High School and, therefore, the culture and ethos of all IB World Schools. The Village School promotes the education of the whole person, emphasizing intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth through all domains of knowledge.

4. 11th grade at The Village School

5. Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts. Students study concurrently: • 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.

6. The American Diploma Program Students that choose the American diploma program will have to take the following courses

7. The three Core Requirements of all Village School Students The extended essay (4000 words) (Scott Morrison) • Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest • Familiarises students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university Or The Capstone Project Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest Familiarises students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university

8. Creativity, Action and Service Steve Duesterbeck and students Creativity, action and service (CAS): • Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service • Education outside the classroom • Development of the learner profile

9. Theory of Knowledge or Elective Program Theory of knowledge: Scott Morrison • Interdisciplinary • Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines • Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives OR Elective Program: • Interdisciplinary • Explores different disciplines • Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

10. Philosophy: What is an IB World School Philosophy? “Through high quality education we create a better world.” • Idealistic • Culturally aware • Quality, standards • University recognition

11. College Counseling with Sharon Gregory • COLLEGE PERSPECTIVE • What are colleges looking for? • Intellectual curiosity, inquisitive learners, outside activities that fit student interests • Most challenging course work – that fits the student • Each student uniquely individual in their own right

12. How to Show Individuality • Special Interests • Summer programs • Expertise • Exposure • Interests • Internships • Work experience

13. Thank You • Q and A