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Grade 9 IB Parent Night

Grade 9 IB Parent Night. A Brief Program Overview. Students will eventually take 6 IB courses from the hexagon below. This year’s courses…. In grade 9, students satisfy certain core requirements of the Ontario Diploma while receiving enrichment in IB core courses

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Grade 9 IB Parent Night

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  1. Grade 9 IB Parent Night

  2. A Brief Program Overview • Students will eventually take 6 IB courses from the hexagon below

  3. This year’s courses… • In grade 9, students satisfy certain core requirements of the Ontario Diploma while receiving enrichment in IB core courses • Ways courses are enriched: courses will feature enhanced content as well as be delivered at a faster pace than their Ontario counterparts

  4. All courses are meant to prepare students for the challenge of the IB Diploma courses which officially begin in grade 11 • Students must develop skills for success now, if they haven’t already, that will allow them to excel in IB, and high school in general • Which brings us to…

  5. HOMEWORK! • Colonel By has homework • Homework time can vary throughout the year, often increasing around reporting periods • Staying on top of homework is the first step to being successful • Be involved with your child

  6. Speaking of Involvement… • Students who are involved, or have parents involved with school, tend to place more importance on school • ManageBac is a great way to see what your child is doing in school • Parents will have an opportunity to join our IB Parent Volunteer group • Students can find many clubs, teams, and intramural activities to join

  7. When times get tough… • The first year of high school can be a big adjustment for a teenager, especially teenagers who have enjoyed a great deal of success in grade 8 • Keep the lines of communication open (IB Coordinator, Guidance Counsellors, Teachers, Vice Principals, Principal) • Home support…and cookies or ice cream or both

  8. Finding Balance • IB can be a very rewarding challenge, but finding a balance of work and outside activities is very important • Understand that being excellent does not necessarily mean being perfect • “Be perfect/excellent in the time you have.”

  9. Extra Help • Students are encouraged to seek out their teachers for help and, if needed, to seek out tutors at school • Guidance will happily point your child in the direction of a tutor • Many departments have their own allotted extra help times

  10. ManageBac • an electronic community meant to quickly connect teachers, students, and parents • Parents are able to see what their child joins, aiding them in assisting their child at home • Please ask your child’s subject teacher about it if the course is not appearing

  11. Questions?

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