IB DP Parent Night Prospective Gr. 10 Students Parents

1. IB DP Parent NightProspective Gr. 10Students & Parents Thursday September 15, 2011

2. We Believe in Students Being� Educated holistically International-minded Creators of their own meaning Communicators for understanding

3. Our Goals for Successful 21st Century Global Citizens Ensure all students graduate college and career ready Create a collaborative culture of learners Create intentional , research-based processes

4. At Our Core �Desiderata�

5. Video Overview of the IB Diploma Programme

6. International Baccalaureate Organization Non-profit international educational foundation aimed at creating a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect Founded in 1968, it currently works with 3,304 schools in 141 countries to develop and offer three challenging programmes to over 969,000 students aged 3 to 19 years

7. IB MYP & IB DP

8. What is the IB Diploma Programme (DP)? Challenging 2-year curriculum Aimed at students aged 16-19 Leads to a qualification that is widely recognized by the world�s leading colleges and universities Prepares students for success in college and life by encouraging them to: Ask challenging questions Learn how to learn Develop a strong sense of their own identity and culture Develop the ability to communicate with and understand people from other countries and cultures

9. Concurrent Learning

10. Kaiser IB DP Courses Group 1: Language A Literature English HL Group 2: Second Language Mandarin Ab Initio SL Japanese Ab Initio SL Spanish Ab Initio SL Spanish SL Group 3: Individuals and Societies History of the Americas, Route 2: Communism HL Information Technology in a Global Society HL Geography SL Group 4: Experimental Sciences Biology HL Chemistry SL Environmental Systems & Societies SL Group 5: Mathematics Math Studies SL Math SL Group 6: The Arts Music SL and HL Visual Arts SL and HL

11. In Each Subject Area, Students Must Complete: 2 years of IB coursework Internal Assessments (IAs) External Assessments (EAs) in May of their senior year

12. Core of IB DP Each IB Candidate must also: Complete an Extended Essay (EE) � an independently researched and written paper of about 4,000 words Take 2 semesters of coursework in Theory of Knowledge (ToK) � interdisciplinary course that provides coherence by exploring the nature of knowledge across disciplines, encouraging an appreciation of other perspectives Complete 150 hours (minimum) of Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) activities � encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports, community service work; appreciation of life beyond the academic arena

13. Obtaining the IB Diploma IB assessments (IAs, EAs) are scored on a 1-7 scale 6 subjects times 7 possible points results in a total possible assessment score of 42 points Students can earn up to 3 additional points for exemplary work on EE and ToK Altogether, 42 points plus 3 additional points equal a grand total of 45 points that could potentially be earned 24 points minimum are required to earn the International Baccalaureate Diploma without any failing conditions

14. Now that you know what the IB Diploma is and how to obtain it� Why would a student want to be an International Baccalaureate Diploma recipient?

15. It Allows You to �Pay the Price� in High School IB courses allow students to engage in college level work with the support systems that the High School can provide: Teachers are available to provide after school tutoring Students are in an environment in which they feel comfortable/familiar Counselors, DP Coordinator, Administrators, and peers are available to guide and support students

16. It Will Prepare You for College & Beyond IB courses are college level courses Extended Essay (EE) is a college level, independent research paper External Assessments (EAs) IB students will already be prepared to manage their time Exposure to international mindedness within the curriculum allows students to broaden their perspectives and understanding of not only themselves and their own culture, but those of others in the world

17. College Benefits Opportunity to earn up to a year of college credits (http://www.ibo.org/recognition/) University of Washington, Seattle, WA: Students earning an IB diploma July 2004 or later will be awarded 15 general education credits distributed equally among the three general education areas: Individuals and Societies (I&S), the Natural World (NW), and Visual, Literary, and Performing Arts (VLPA). - http://www.washington.edu/students/ugrad/advising/aif/ib.html - 9/14/2011 University of Southern California: USC believes that students who undertake an IB curriculum are well prepared for the rigors of university academic life. IB courses are factored into our admission evaluation process because we recognize the extreme rigor of such a curriculum. - http://www.usc.edu/admission/undergraduate/faq/international_students.html - 9/14/2011

18. Factors to Consider Cost for IB DP Exam fees and course fees Students expected to do more work and more rigorous work than other courses Students may have to adjust their study habits and time management

19. What Does a Student Need to Do in Order to be Successful in the DP? Commit Persevere Manage time Engage in learning Seek support from their families and faculty and staff members

20. IB DP Fees IB Student Registration Fee:$145 (per candidate) Subject Exam Fees: $100 (per subject) x 6 subjects = $600 IB Diploma�PRICELESS! Financial Assistance available (form available on the Kaiser website)

21. Next Steps� Discuss what you�ve heard tonight as a family Complete the IB DP Application and submit to the DP Coordinator, Stephanie Takashima by October 15, 2011 Questions or concerns, contact: Stephanie Takashima Phone: 394-1200 x2338 Email: stephanie_takashima@notes.k12.hi.us

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