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International Baccalaureate Programme

International Baccalaureate Programme. Laguna Creek High School. International Baccalaureate Mission Statement. The IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

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International Baccalaureate Programme

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  1. International Baccalaureate Programme Laguna Creek High School

  2. International Baccalaureate Mission Statement The IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. The IB encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

  3. IB was created in 1968 in Geneva, Switzerland. IB established a common curriculum and valid university entry credentials for students moving from one country to another. IB was developed to emphasize critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and exposure to a variety of points of view. International Baccalaureate History

  4. Students are engaged in a comprehensive, challenging interdisciplinary curriculum. Students are encouraged to think and act as world citizens. Honors teachers trained in IB methodology prepare their students for the IB rigor. International Baccalaureate Benefits

  5. Many universities grant sophomore status for students with IB Diplomas. Many universities guarantee admission for students with IB Diplomas. All nine campuses of the University of California now award 30 hours of credit to any IB student who earns an IB diploma with a score of 30 points or higher. International Baccalaureate College Recognition

  6. International Baccalaureate College Acceptance Average Rates • Harvard—7% • Yale—7% • University of VA—32% • Duke—6% • Boston—58% • Cornell University— • 18% • UNC Chapel Hill—32% IB Rates • Harvard—10% • Yale—18% • University of VA—64% • Duke—28% • Boston—70% • Cornell University—31% • UNC Chapel Hill—63% • 2012 data IBO.org

  7. IB Rates Cal Poly, SL0—67.9% CSU, Long Beach—92.2% UC Berkeley—58% UC Davis—80.1% UCLA—48% UOP—96.4% USC—69% Stanford—15% 2012 data IBO.org Average Rates Cal Poly, SL0—39% CSU, Long Beach—52% UC Berkeley—26% UC Davis—63% UCLA—23% UOP—71% USC—30% Stanford—7% International Baccalaureate College Acceptance in California

  8. Universities report that IB students are more well prepared for college than any other students. Percentage of students graduating with a bachelor’s degree within 6 years EPIC STUDY

  9. Universities that Accept . . . • University of the Pacific will credit four to eight units for DP students who score 5 or higher. • California State University, Sacramento uses a case by case process. • St. Mary’s, Moraga will offer a full-year for students who score 6 and 7.

  10. Inquirers Thinkers Communicators Risk-takers Knowledgeable Open-minded Reflective Principled Well-balanced International Baccalaureate Students are . . .

  11. The IB Diploma Program is a two-year course of study which allows students to fulfill the requirements of an internationally recognized rigorous course of study. The IB Diploma Program offers a broad and balanced curriculum in which students are encouraged to apply what they learn in the classroom to real world issues and problems. International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

  12. Group 1–Studies in Language and Literature A– literature courses in a student’s first language (English) Group 2–Language Acquisition B–courses which promote the acquisition of a second language (French, Japanese, or Spanish) Group 3–Individuals and Societies–the study of human experience and social environments and institutions (History Route 2 (Americas)) International Baccalaureate Subject Groups

  13. Group 4–Experimental Sciences–courses that demonstrate knowledge, methods and techniques of science (Biology/Chemistry). Group 5–Mathematics and Computer Science – courses designed to develop logical and creative thinking in mathematics (Math Methods/Math Studies). Group 6–The Arts–courses that emphasize the making of art and expression in the arts (Music/Art). International Baccalaureate Subject Groups

  14. Group 1 Language A1 • English A1 Literature HL

  15. IB English HL 2 Field Trip to San Francisco

  16. Group 2 Language Acquisiton • French B SL • Japanese B SL • Spanish B SL

  17. Group 3 Individuals and Societies • History Route 2 (Americas) HL

  18. Group 4 Environmental Sciences • Biology HL/SL • Chemistry HL/SL

  19. Group 5 Mathematics • Mathematical Studies SL • Mathematics SL • Mathematics HL

  20. Group 6 The Arts and Other IB Electives • Dance • Music • Visual Arts • A Second Science

  21. Theory of Knowledge—designed to explore questions about different sources of knowledge (perception, language, emotion, reason) and different kinds of knowledge (scientific, artistic, mathematical, historical) This course is taken both junior and senior years. International Baccalaureate Core Requirements

  22. Creativity, Action, Service—participation in artistic activities (creativity), sports, expeditions, or local/international projects (action), and community or social service projects (CAS—A sustaining and continuous project over two years is required). International Baccalaureate Core Requirements

  23. Extended Essay—an in-depth, independent research assignment of approximately 4,000 words on a topic of special interest designed to prepare students for research at the college level. International Baccalaureate Core Requirements

  24. The IB Diploma Program is criterion-based; each student’s performance is measured against well-defined levels of achievement. Grades reflect attainment of knowledge and skills relative to set standards that are applied equally to all IB schools. Diploma candidates select one subject from each of the six subject groups. Three courses are taken at Higher level (HL) and three courses are taken a the Standard level (SL). International Baccalaureate Assessment

  25. IB Results Students EGUSD Board Recognition January 7, 2014

  26. Over all Pass Rate for AP for last year was 67% in the Elk Grove Unified School District. Over all First Year Pass Rate for IB was 83%. International Baccalaureate versus Advanced Placement Pass Rates in the Elk Grove Unified School District

  27. Honors English 9 French, Japanese, or Spanish (appropriate level) Honors World Geography Appropriate Mathematics (Geometry, Honors Geometry; Algebra 2 with analysis or Honors Algebra 2 with analysis) Honors Biology International Baccalaureate World Scholars 9th Grade

  28. Honors English 10 French, Japanese, or Spanish (appropriate level) Honors World History Appropriate Mathematics (Algebra 2 with analysis or Pre-Calculus) AP Physics Chemistry International Baccalaureate World Scholars 10th Grade

  29. Choices . . . Students may also . . . • Enroll in one or more IB classes as Candidate students. • Pass a High Level or Standard Level exam to earn an IB Certificate.

  30. Frequently Asked Questions • Q. Can you be in an academy and take IB? A. Yes, a student can be in an academy and complete the requirements the IB Diploma Programme; however, modifications need to be made in the academy requirements. • Q. Do you have to take all of the IB classes? A. No. There is plenty of room in student schedules to allow them to take electives. However, the Diploma Program is a big commitment. Also, students have the option to take single IB classes much as they would an honors class.

  31. Frequently Asked Questions • Q.What will happen to GPA’s with the IB Program vs. AP? A. In junior and senior, students who pass an IB class with a C or better will receive the extra grade point that they would earn in an honors or AP class if they earned a C or better. • Q. Can you take band and be in IB? A. Yes, though it will fill your schedule.

  32. How Do I Enroll? Students in the Elk Grove Unified School District are eligible to enroll. Open Enrollment and Interdistrict transfers will be accepted. For Intradistrict transfers, contact Alycia Sato to make enrollment arrangements. Harriet Eddy students can make arrangements with their assigned counselor to sign up for classes. Enrollment into the Diploma program will begin in the sophomore year. Preference will be given to students enrolled at Laguna Creek. International Baccalaureate How to Apply

  33. Enrollment Requirements The ideal IB student combines intellectual potential with motivation and a love of learning. It is recommended that incoming ninth-grade students meet the following standards: • 3.0 or better GPA in grades 7-8. • Reading comprehension and total math standardized test scores in the proficient or advanced range on the STAR exam. • High motivation as demonstrated by excellent attendance and exemplary conduct.

  34. Rod De Luca IB Coordinator, Laguna Creek High School rdeluca@egusd.net 916.683.1339 Alycia Sato IB Counselor, Laguna Creek High School asato@egusd.net 916.683.3123 Visit the IBO website www.ibo.org International Baccalaureate Contact Information

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