The IB Diploma Programme at BIS

An introduction and overviewStephen Taylor, 20091High School & IB Information EveningPart 1: Introduction High School and the IB Diploma- Pathways to higher education- University placement update- Introduction to the IB DiplomaShort break: 10 minutesPart 2: Breakout SessionsThe IB Diploma Handbook and ChoicesHigh School Transition Stephen Taylor – AuditoriumJonas Rejda – Physics Lab1. Introduction to the handbook1. High School electives2. Discussion of choices2. Calculating GPA3. Q&A3. Q&A23The IBO’s Mission Statement“The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.”© International Baccalaureate Organization, 2005-2009.4Pathways to Higher EducationGrBegin thinking about careers and future university choicesade 9Learning the language of higher educationWork experienceBegin university, course and country searchStep One could be completed in this year Students might work on PSAT testsSemester 1: University entry requirements search continues and students prepare high School CV.Careers interviews begin with Mrs RussellStep One is recommended in Grade 10 Students might take PSAT or SAT testsGrSemester 2: ade Continue course and entry requirements search1Shortlist favourite courses and be clear on entry requirements0Interviews continueGrade 11 subject choices made based on:-Achievement in Grade 10*-interest -Entry requirements*For entry into a Higher Level course, students must achieve ‘6’ or above in Grade 10. 5Pathways to Higher EducationSemester 1:Students begin IB Diploma and BIS High School Diploma CoursesStudents must continue to make contact with universities and begin application preparationInterviews with Mrs Russell continue, based on students’ prior research into university coursesStep One could be completed for those who still need guidance in career choicesStudents might take SAT or ACT testsGradeIB Diploma PathwayBIS High School Diploma Pathway6 academic subjects at IB level (min 3HL)5 or 6 academic subjectsExtended Essay, Theory of KnowledgeExtended Essay, Theory of Knowledge 11Creativity, Action and ServiceCreativity, Action and ServiceAchievement must remain high to complete this programme Some or all taken at IB certificate level, or BIS High School Diploma satisfactorily. internal examinationsIB Diploma is demanding yet allows entry to and possible Flexibility to supplement courses with preparation for specific entry course credit in many top universitiesrequirements, such as Korean universities, IELTS etc. Semester 2: Subject and pathway choices are set, along with ‘level’ designations (higher level, standard)No more movement into subjects is allowed after semester 1. Movement into BIS HS Diploma pathway is possible from IB Diploma, but not the other way.6Pathways to Higher EducationIB Diploma PathwayBIS High School Diploma Pathway6 academic subjects at IB level (min 3HL)5 or 6 academic subjectsExtended Essay, Theory of KnowledgeExtended Essay, Theory of KnowledgeCreativity, Action and ServiceCreativity, Action and ServiceAchievement must remain high to complete Some or all taken at IB certificate level, or BIS High this programme satisfactorily. School Diploma internal examinationsIB Diploma is demanding yet allows entry to Flexibility to supplement courses with preparation and possible course credit in many top for specific entry requirements, such as Korean universitiesuniversities, IELTS etc. 7Pathways to Higher EducationSemester 1: Students continue on their academic pathway. Some opportunity exists for students to move from IB Diploma into BIS HS Diploma. Students have further consultations with Mrs Russell regarding university placement and applications. Scholarships may be considered at this stage.GrStudents make applications to university courses beginning the following autumn. adeStep One is possible at this stage, for those in real need of further guidance. Students may take SAT or ACT tests 12Semester 2: Students continue on their academic pathway. Final preparation for IB/BIS exams and graduation. Students have final consultations with Mrs Russell regarding university placement and applications. Scholarships may be considered at this stage.Some students may need to wait for exam results before making applications. Students may take SAT or ACT testsGraduation! IB results released in early July8Diploma Programme: Quick Facts10,000 students in the Diploma Programme125 nationalities representedBy John Switzer, IBO9Diploma Programme: Quick FactsBy John Switzer, IBO10