Choices Fair Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Century II Exhibition Hall 5:00-8:00 pm

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1 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program* APPLICATION DATES Applications Available Monday, October 23, 2017 Applications will be available at at Choices Fair, and at the Informational Meetings. Only students whose parents reside in the USD 259 attendance area are eligible to attend the PIB Program. Choices Fair Wednesday, November 8, 2017 Century II Exhibition Hall 5:00-8:00 pm Informational Meeting Thursday, January 18, 2018 Tuesday, January 30, :00-7:00 pm Shadow/Visitation Tuesday, January 23, or- Thursday, January 25, or- Tuesday January 30, or- Thursday, February 1, 2018 Students only may attend class or get a tour with a Pre-IB student. Current 5th Graders will come from 8:00-9:25. Current 6th and 7th Graders will come from 9:30-11:00. Please call to schedule. Testing Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 9:00-11:30am or Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 9:00-11:30am or Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 1:00-3:30pm All Pre-IB candidates are required to participate in an assessment session at. In order for us to better prepare, we would prefer that you pre-register online at No one will be turned away, but this will help us better accommodate our numbers. Arrive 20 minutes early. If you are late, you will not be allowed to test. No testing make-up days will be scheduled. Applications Due Monday, February 5, 2018 Letters Mailed Friday, March 16, 2018 By March 16, 2018, the school will mail letters to all 6 th grade applicants notifying them as to whether or not they have been accepted. The number of 7 th and 8 th grade openings will not be determined until the end of the school year; therefore, these applicants may not be notified until school is out.

2 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program* CHECK LIST All applications are due to by Monday, February 5, It is your responsibility, as a Pre-IB applicant, to followup with your teachers and school office to ensure that all requested information has been submitted. Incomplete packets may result in the student not being eligible for selection into the Pre-IB program. If you would like to check the status of your application, please contact Missy Congdon at mcongdon@usd259.net. Application Form 1: Form 2: Form 3: Form 3: Form 3: Form 4: Application (completed online at by parent) Pre-IB Program Agreement (completed and submitted by applicant and parent) Parent Evaluation (completed and submitted by parent) Teacher Evaluation #1 (completed and submitted by teacher) Teacher Evaluation #2 (completed and submitted by teacher) The following can be requested from the office at the student s current school. These documents should be mailed to. A copy of the student s 3 rd, 4 th, and 5 th grade report card Attendance records FastBridge scores: Math & Reading (or SRI - Scholastic Reading Inventory scores) A copy of the student s most recent Reading and Math State Assessment scores Testing: (I have signed my child up for testing on Form 1) Saturday, January 27, 2018 from 9:00-11:30am OR Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 9:00-11:30am OR Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 1:00-3:30pm

3 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program* What is Pre-IB? has been the site for the Pre-International Baccalaureate Program since November The PIB program is a rigorous academic program of study that emphasizes the relationship of the student with the community and the world. It is designed for intrinsically motivated students who prefer a more demanding curriculum including foreign language, in-depth research, and advanced math, science, social studies, and language arts. GPA Students will maintain the required grade point averages: 2.7 for sixth grade, 2.75 for seventh grade, and 3.00 for eighth grade. Community Service Students give back to the community as they develop a deeper appreciation for society and a better understanding of their roles in society. Per year requirements begin at 15 hours in sixth grade and increase to 20 hours in seventh grade, then 25 hours in eighth grade. Personal Project Students focus their activities on an annual project that develops research skills and individual expression. Each year, personal project expectations are expanded. Extracurricular Activities After School Program (ASP); Athletics (7th and 8th Grade: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball); Battle of the Books; Circle of Friends; Girls Choir; Intramurals; Jazz Band; Math Counts; Robinson Academic League; Science Olympiad; Student Council Benefits Involvement in a focused educational environment with a global emphasis. Commitment to human welfare through community service. Emphasis on the development of study skills learning how to learn. Focus on development of effective oral and written communication skills. High expectations of students and their academic achievement. Availability of extracurricular activities at. Exposure to humanities and the arts for a wellrounded student. THE SUBJECT AREAS: All classes cover district-mandated curriculum, while increasing the rigor of the material and emphasizing reading and math applications. Foreign Language: Spanish All students take Introduction to Spanish (6th Grade); Spanish 1A (7th Grade); Spanish 1B (8th Grade). This should prepare the student to be placed in Spanish 2 in high school. Language Arts: literature, grammar, vocabulary, the writing process, oral language, and research Mathematics: Math 6 Plus; Math 7 Plus; Algebra 1; Geometry Sciences: Earth, Space, Physical, and Life Science Social Studies: Ancient Civilization (6th Grade); Geography and Kansas History (7th Grade); US History (8th Grade). Exploratory Subjects: Art and Design; AVID; Band; Orchestra; Physical Education; Technology; and Vocal Music *Not affiliated with International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. Please note: Students in the Robinson program who are interested in the East High IB Program will need to apply during their 8 th grade year for that program.

4 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program* Dear Pre-IB Applicant and Parents/Guardians: We are pleased you are interested in participating in the Pre-IB Program. The following steps will help you complete the process to apply for the Pre-IB Program. Steps 1-4 are required in the application process; steps 5-6 are optional. Only students whose parents reside in the USD 259 attendance area are eligible to attend the PIB Program. 1. Complete the Pre-International Baccalaureate Program application. Complete online or send the forms to Robinson Middle School by Monday, February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. Pre-IB Application & Testing Sign Up (Form 1) Complete online at: Pre-IB Program Agreement (Form 2) Parents complete one of the Teacher & Parent/Guardian Evaluation Form (Form 3) 2. Parents are responsible for getting the following four items of information (Form 4) to by Monday, February 5, 2018, but not before semester grades are issued: A copy of the student s 3 rd, 4 th and 5 th grade report card Attendance records FastBridge: Math and Reading (or SRI - Scholastic Reading Inventory scores) A copy of the student s most recent Reading and Math State Assessment scores 3. Request two teacher evaluations (Form 3), one of which must be student s current math and/or language arts teacher; the other should be from either the 4 th or 5 th grade. The teachers must send the evaluation forms directly to Robinson Middle School by Monday, February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. 4. All Pre-IB candidates are required to participate in an assessment session at. In order for us to better prepare, we would prefer that you pre-register online when filling out Form 1 at No one will be turned away, but this will help us better accommodate our numbers. Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 9:00 11:30 am OR Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 9:00 11:30 am OR Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 1:00 3:30 pm Arrive 20 minutes early. If you are late, you will not be allowed to test. No testing make-up days will be scheduled. Please park on Bleckley, enter through the courtyard doors (door #25), and report to the auditorium. The doors into the building from the south parking lot will be locked. 5. Participate in an optional Informational Student/Parent Meeting at on Thursday, January 18, 2018, or Tuesday, January 30, 2018, from 6:00 7:00 pm in the Robinson Performance Auditorium. 6. Participate in an optional Shadow/Visitation days for the Pre-IB Program will January 23, 25, 30, or February 1, 2018 (Tuesday, Thursday, Tuesday, Thursday). We will offer two options for visitation on these days. Please call the office at to schedule your time at least 24 hours in advance; times fill quickly. 1. A 20-minute tour of Robinson Parents, with or without their students, may tour the building with a Pre-IB student between the hours of 8:30 10:00 on these days. Please park in the main parking lot south of the building or on the west side of Bleckley and report to the office, and we will have a student give you a tour. OR 2. Shadow a current Pre-IB student at Robinson Students may attend class for part of the school day from o Current 5 th Graders from 8:00 9:25. o Current 6 th and 7 th Graders from 9:30 11:00. If you choose this option, please call the office to schedule your student for a day. On that day, park in the parking lot south of the building or on the west side of Bleckley and have your student report to the cafeteria foyer, and we will have a Pre-IB student for them to shadow. You may pick up your child from the cafeteria foyer after the visitation time. All above-mentioned items can be found in this Pre-IB Program application packet or online at Applicants will be notified as to whether or not they have been accepted in a letter that will be mailed on March 16, The number of 7 th and 8 th grade openings will not be determined until the end of the school year; therefore, these applicants will not be notified until that time. It is your responsibility, as a Pre-IB applicant, to follow-up with your teachers and school to ensure that all requested information has been submitted. Incomplete packets may result in the student not being eligible for selection into the Pre-IB program. Thank you for your interest in the Pre-IB Program. We look forward to meeting you! *Not affiliated with International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. Please note: Students in the Robinson program who are interested in the East High IB Program will need to apply during their 8 th grade year for that program.

5 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Pre-IB Application Please checkmark here if you completed Form 1 online at Only complete form below if you have NOT completed online, please complete this form and return to by Monday, February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. Legal Last Name Legal First Name Birthdate Preferred Last Name Preferred First Name Student ID No. (see report card) Residence Street Address City State Zip Code Gender address Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Mother/Guardian Name Mother/Guardian Work Phone Number Father/Guardian Name Father/Guardian Work Phone Number Current School Next Year Grade Level (please circle) Sign up for one of the testing times Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 9:00-11:30 Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 9:00-11:30 Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 1:00-3:30 List special interests/hobbies and extracurricular activities: Wichita Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, religion or age. Persons having inquiries may contact the school district s ADA and Section 504 coordinator, 201 N. Water, Wichita, KS 67202, Over Form 1

6 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Pre-IB Program Agreement The Pre-IB Program is a comprehensive program with a rigorous liberal arts curriculum designed for the academically-focused student. For a student to be successful, it is imperative that he/she be a consistent, dedicated learner. Therefore, the Pre-IB staff requires the agreement of the following commitments: 1. I will actively participate in class daily by being prepared, listening effectively, offering relevant comments, and taking notes. In short, I agree to meet the expectations set forth for each course. 2. I will work seriously to improve my academic and organizational skills. 3. I will schedule medical appointments outside the school day when possible and trips for recreation during school holidays, recognizing that daily attendance is crucial to success. 4. I will submit quality work in a timely fashion, including sending work to school if I have an "excused absence". This includes accepting responsibility for getting work in on time, completing tasks, and completing make-up work on-time. 5. I will demonstrate the highest degree of academic integrity. I understand that direct or indirect cheating (plagiarism) can be grounds for immediate removal from the program. 6. I will follow all rules of as outlined in the student handbook. I will demonstrate the highest degree of behavior. I understand that continued incidents of inappropriate behavior or suspensions from school can be grounds for immediate removal from the program. 7. I will fulfill all community service requirements: 6 th grade: 15 Hours; 7 th grade: 20 Hours; 8 th grade: 25 hours (The following number of hours need to be completed by the first Friday in December: 6 th grade: 10 Hours; 7 th grade: 10 Hours; 8 th grade: 13 hours.) 8. I will maintain the required grade point averages: 6 th grade: 2.7; 7 th grade: 2.75; 8 th grade: I understand that continuance in the Pre-IB Program will be determined by student progress, attitude, behavior and motivation. 10. If I leave the Pre-IB Program, I will return to my base school or seek admission to one of the magnet schools. I understand that if I fail to meet the standards of the Pre-IB Program, either because of the quality of my work or because of my failure to perform as a serious learner, I will be withdrawn from the Pre-IB Program and I will return to my base school. Student Name Printed Student Signature Date I understand that if my student fails to meet the standards of the Pre-IB Program, either because of the quality of my child s work or because of their failure to perform as a serious learner, s/he will be withdrawn from the Pre-IB Program and will return to their base school. I also agree to encourage and support my child's development and regular practice of independent study skills. Parent/Guardian Signature Date Form 2

7 Student s Name Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Teacher & Parent/Guardian Evaluation Form Current School Student s Phone Number Date Directions to Student: Complete the information above and have two academic teachers and a parent/guardian complete this form. One teacher must be student s current math and/or language arts teacher the other must be from either 4 th or 5 th grade. Directions to Parent: Your child is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of your child. Directions to Teachers: The above named student is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of this student and return this evaluation directly to Robinson Middle School no later than February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. This form is available electronically in the Application folder at Place an (X) in the box that most represents the student and provide comments. Almost Always Often Occasionally Rarely Never Comments Intrinsic Motivation Works for self, not for others; selfstarter Persistence Commits to completing tasks and meeting deadlines Responsibility Accepts accountability for own actions Organization Manages time and materials well Collaboration Participates well in groups and cooperates with group members Focus Stays on task, is not easily distracted; focus is on classroom activity. Initiative Completes assignments on time and stays on task Success Indicator Loves learning, dedicated to learning, enjoys academic challenge Attendance Student regularly attends school and makes up absent work. Over Form 3

8 Comments: Discuss ways in which the student displays perseverance and motivation. You may reference a specific time when the student demonstrated these two elements, or speak in more general terms. Discuss work habits, qualities, or attitudes that may make this program challenging for the student. If you marked the student Recommended or Not Recommended, please explain why. Evaluators: Check one Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Name Printed of person completing this evaluation Signature of person completing this evaluation Relationship to student Phone Date Call Amy Champlin, principal, at or to achamplin@usd259.net if you have further information you d like to share about this student. Additional comments are welcome. Form 3

9 Student s Name Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Teacher & Parent/Guardian Evaluation Form Current School Student s Phone Number Date Directions to Student: Complete the information above and have two academic teachers and a parent/guardian complete this form. One teacher must be student s current math and/or language arts teacher the other must be from either 4 th or 5 th grade. Directions to Parent: Your child is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of your child. Directions to Teachers: The above named student is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of this student and return this evaluation directly to Robinson Middle School no later than February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. This form is available electronically in the Application folder at Place an (X) in the box that most represents the student and provide comments. Almost Always Often Occasionally Rarely Never Comments Intrinsic Motivation Works for self, not for others; selfstarter Persistence Commits to completing tasks and meeting deadlines Responsibility Accepts accountability for own actions Organization Manages time and materials well Collaboration Participates well in groups and cooperates with group members Focus Stays on task, is not easily distracted; focus is on classroom activity. Initiative Completes assignments on time and stays on task Success Indicator Loves learning, dedicated to learning, enjoys academic challenge Attendance Student regularly attends school and makes up absent work. Over Form 3

10 Comments: Discuss ways in which the student displays perseverance and motivation. You may reference a specific time when the student demonstrated these two elements, or speak in more general terms. Discuss work habits, qualities, or attitudes that may make this program challenging for the student. If you marked the student Recommended or Not Recommended, please explain why. Evaluators: Check one Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Name Printed of person completing this evaluation Signature of person completing this evaluation Relationship to student Phone Date Call Amy Champlin, principal, at or to achamplin@usd259.net if you have further information you d like to share about this student. Additional comments are welcome. Form 3

11 Student s Name Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Teacher & Parent/Guardian Evaluation Form Current School Student s Phone Number Date Directions to Student: Complete the information above and have two academic teachers and a parent/guardian complete this form. One teacher must be student s current math and/or language arts teacher the other must be from either 4 th or 5 th grade. Directions to Parent: Your child is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of your child. Directions to Teachers: The above named student is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at. Please mark the box that best represents your assessment of this student and return this evaluation directly to Robinson Middle School no later than February 5, 2018, attention: Missy Congdon. This form is available electronically in the Application folder at Place an (X) in the box that most represents the student and provide comments. Almost Always Often Occasionally Rarely Never Comments Intrinsic Motivation Works for self, not for others; selfstarter Persistence Commits to completing tasks and meeting deadlines Responsibility Accepts accountability for own actions Organization Manages time and materials well Collaboration Participates well in groups and cooperates with group members Focus Stays on task, is not easily distracted; focus is on classroom activity. Initiative Completes assignments on time and stays on task Success Indicator Loves learning, dedicated to learning, enjoys academic challenge Attendance Student regularly attends school and makes up absent work. Over Form 3

12 Comments: Discuss ways in which the student displays perseverance and motivation. You may reference a specific time when the student demonstrated these two elements, or speak in more general terms. Discuss work habits, qualities, or attitudes that may make this program challenging for the student. If you marked the student Recommended or Not Recommended, please explain why. Evaluators: Check one Highly Recommended Recommended Not Recommended Name Printed of person completing this evaluation Signature of person completing this evaluation Relationship to student Phone Date Call Amy Champlin, principal, at or to achamplin@usd259.net if you have further information you d like to share about this student. Additional comments are welcome. Form 3

13 Pre-International Baccalaureate Program Report Card, Attendance, FastBridge, and State Assessment Scores Student s Name Current School Directions to Schools: The above named student is applying for admission to the Pre-IB program at Robinson Middle School, and we are requesting the information below. Please return this form to no later than February 5, 2018, but not before semester grades are issued. Please address it to the attention of Missy Congdon A copy of the student s 3 rd, 4 th and 5 th grade report card Attendance: Please indicate the number of absences the applicant has had during the following school years: FastBridge: areading Fall 2017 Winter 2017 CBMReading: amath State Assessment Scores from 4 th Grade Year: Reading: Math: If your school uses another reading/math assessment please list and give us the name and score. Form 4

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