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I Think THEREFORE, IB

I Think THEREFORE, IB. What is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme?. IB World Schools ( http://www.ibo.org ). Founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 3,506 schools in 144 countries serving 991,000 students in PYP, MYP, and DP 40% of schools in USA 8 year growth in DP worldwide

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I Think THEREFORE, IB

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  1. I ThinkTHEREFORE,IB

  2. What is the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme?

  3. IB World Schools(http://www.ibo.org) • Founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 • 3,506 schools in 144 countries serving 991,000 students in PYP, MYP, and DP • 40% of schools in USA • 8 year growth in DP worldwide Jan. 2004 1,121 schools Jan. 2013 2,373 schools

  4. KLEIN OAK IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (Grades 11 & 12) • KOHS authorized as IB World School 2004 with 39 students; 2012-2013 with 300 students grades 9-12 • 2006 first KOHS graduating class of 5; 2013 graduating class of 55 earned the diploma • 2011 and 2012 graduating classes 95% earned the diploma; 2010 graduating class 93% earned the diploma • KOHS ranked #4 among Texas IB Schools

  5. IB Diploma Programme 3 Higher Level (HL) 240 hours - 2 years 3 Standard Level (SL) 150 hours - 1 year

  6. Assessments • Both internal and external, using established grading criteria • Multiple methods of assessment for each course • Varied skills tested across disciplines • Balance between independent and teacher-supervised work • Students maintain control over many aspects of assessment

  7. Theory of Knowledge This required course begins second semester of the 11th grade and concludes first semester of the 12th grade. The TOK course is designed to encourage each student to reflect on the nature of knowledge by critically examining different ways of knowing (perception, emotion, language and reason) and different kinds of knowledge (scientific, artistic, mathematical, and historical).

  8. Extended Essay 4,000-word essay on a topic of the student’s choice incorporating documented research Students select a topic, faculty mentor, and initiate the research second semester of the junior year. They have the summer and first semester of the senior year to complete the writing and revising process. Students receive assistance during TOK with deadlines for writing the essay.

  9. CAS 150 Hours Total CREATIVITY ACTION SERVICE Each senior class selects a global service project.

  10. To Earn the IB Diploma • Complete EE, TOK, and CAS • Complete all required assessments • Take all six courses and all six exams • Accumulate 24 points total on six exams (scored on a 1-7 scale) including bonus points from EE and TOK

  11. KOHS DIPLOMA PROGRAMME COURSES Studies in Language and Literature: English HL Language Acquisition: French SL/HL Spanish SL/HL Individuals & Societies: History of the Americas HL Sciences: Biology SL/HL, Chemistry SL/HL, and Physics SL/HL Mathematics: Math Studies SL, Math SL, and Math HL Fine Arts and Electives: Dance, Music, Theater, and Visual Arts OR Computer Science

  12. WHY? I B

  13. Research Results “A 1999 U.S. Dept. of Education study shows that students who take hard courses in high school, no matter how well they do, are more likely to finish college than students with good high school grades and SAT scores who skip the most demanding classes.” Jay Mathews, Washington Post, Dec.6, 2001

  14. Study Shows IB Standards Match College Knowledge and Skills Requirements “We have learned that it’s not enough for students to study content in isolation; they must use their content knowledge to solve problems, make conjectures and inferences, and think deeply about the big questions of the disciplines. IB standards seem to be particularly well suited to achieving these aims.” -- David Conley, CEO for EPIC (Educational Policy Improvement Center)

  15. College Admission Criteria • Rigorous curriculum, as well as the grades earned in these courses • Personal essay • College Admission Tests (SAT/ACT) • Community service/extracurricular activities (both on campus and off campus) • Letters of recommendation • GPA/class rank

  16. Some College Admission Assumptions • Nearly all courses in the student’s final two years are in solid academic areas. • An admissions officer can be assured of the candidate’s strong preparation of course work in the five basic academic areas: first language, second language, social science/humanities, natural/physical sciences, and mathematics.

  17. IB Advantages • The Extended Essay requirement validates writing and research skills. • Participation in the IB demonstrates that the student accepts rather than avoids rigorous academic challenges. • Participation in the IB strengthens a student’s confidence, social sophistication, and poise.

  18. As of Fall 2006, TEXAS IB Graduates get College Credits If an IB Diploma recipient has scored at least 4 on each IB examination, state schools in Texas now must by law award that recipient at least 24 college credits!

  19. Do you fit this description? Diligent and wants a real challenge Enjoys learning and has diverse interests Commits to long-term goals

  20. We encourage 8th grade students to apply for the IB Diploma Programme and complete our Pre-IP (International Programme) courses in the 9th and 10th grades.

  21. Importance of Pre-IP Courses • Go beyond the TEKS in depth and complexity • Are appropriately rigorous to prepare students to be successful in IB courses • Are part of a vertically-aligned series of courses that ends with an authorized IB course • Helps students to develop important time management, critical reading, and writing skills

  22. KOHS Pre-IP Courses 9th Grade PAP World Geography PAP Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II *PreIP English I PAP/PreIP Advanced Biology I Spanish or French

  23. KOHS Pre-IP Courses 10th Grade AP World History PAP/PreIP Chemistry *PreIP English II PAP Geometry or Algebra II PreIP Spanish or French

  24. How to Apply Applications are available on the Klein Oak website, or you may pick one up from your 8th grade counselor. Applications will be accepted beginning Feb. 28th through March 8th, 2013. Give completed application to your 8th grade counselor who will send them to the IB Coordinator. Out-of-district applications should be mailed directly to the IB Coordinator. Interviews with IB Selection Committee will take place in March. Applicants will be notified via their 8th grade counselors as to the specific date and time of the interview. Acceptance letters will be mailed to students in April. • Attend the Pre-IP Orientation in June.

  25. CONTACTMrs. Linda GarnerIB CoordinatorKlein Oak High SchoolPhone: 832-484-5026Email: lgarner@kleinisd.net

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