International School of Beaverton Opening Minds. Experiencing Cultures. Respecting our World.
ISB School Mission Our goal at ISB is to encourage students to learn through an international lens as thoughtful, compassionate world citizens. We actively embrace intellectual rigor, intercultural respect, service to our local and world communities, and the promise of a peaceful world.
Expect Excellence Innovate Embrace Equity Collaborate
WE Collaborate Students are connected to each other and to the staff Common school wide expectations Smooth transitions between classes and grade levels
International Mindedness Honoring our own cultures Intercultural Sessions Intern Teachers from China Cultural presentations with an international focus Hosting students from other countries Culture Week International Philanthropic Projects
WE Expect Excellence: ISB Student Success 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 1 National Merit Scholar 1 National Merit Scholar, 1 Semi-Finalist 3 National Merit Scholars 3 National Merit Scholars 4 National Merit Scholars 2 National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalists
WE Expect Excellence: ISB Student Success Scholarships 2011 $794 thousand (28 graduates) 2012 $1.3 million (47 graduates) 2013 $1.7 million (73 graduates) 2014 $1.8 million (74 graduates)
WE Expect Excellence: ISB Student Success 2013/14'ACT'Scores' 2013/14'SAT'Scores' 36% ISB$ State$ Na4onal$ 30% 24% 18% 24.7% 21.4% 21% ISB% State% Na8onal% 571$ 566$ 523$ 522$ 551$ 497$ 513$ 499$ 487$ 12% 6% 0% Composite% CR$ Math$ Wri4ng$
WE Expect Excellence: ISB Student Success US News & World Report: #1 Public High School in Oregon, #20 in US (2012) #1 Public High School in Oregon, #26 in US (2014) Newsweek America s 2000 Best High Schools (2013, 2014) Beating the Odds High Schools (2014)
WE Innovate 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Middle Years Program Diploma Program
IB Learner Profile ISB aims to develop internationally minded people who are striving to become -Inquirers - Caring -Knowledgeable - Open-minded -Critical Thinkers - Well-balanced -Communicators - Principled -Risk Takers - Reflective
Middle Years Program Developmentally appropriate Academic challenge Real world connections Critical and reflective thinking
MYP Culmination Community Service (20 hours) End Tasks/ Assessments in every subject Personal Project Independent student-driven project focused on new learning Advisor support MYP Celebration in late May
What is the Diploma Program? Comprehensive two-year international curriculum (for ages 16 to 19) Possibility for college credit Challenges students to explain, respond and reflect
IB Diploma Programme Depth and breadth 6 subject areas Higher courses and Standard courses taught over 2 years Challenging assessment International examinations and examiners Criterion referenced exams Final results based on May exams and work during school year. Complete program 6 different exams (3 HL and 3 SL) Independent research project Critical exploration of knowledge issues Development of skills out of the classroom
Other Diploma Requirements Creativity, Action & Service (CAS) Extended Essay
What makes ISB s Diploma Program unique? All students are full IB students Support of entire school community Shared belief that every student can be successful in IB Every student encouraged to test as this is an opportunity for growth & learning
IB Student Success
ISB Student Success Class of 2011 91 out of 129 exams earned a passing score (70%) 100% Passing Rate: Japanese SL, Mandarin SL, Spanish HL and Self-taught, and Visual Arts HL >80% Passing Rate: English HL and Spanish SL IB Art student s work selected as international exemplar
ISB Student Success Class of 2012 227 out of 279 exams earned a passing score (81%) 100% Passing Rate: Japanese SL, Mandarin SL, Spanish Self-taught, and Math SL >95% Passing Rate: English HL, Spanish SL, and Visual Arts
ISB Student Success Class of 2013 281 out of 392 exams earned a passing score (72%) 100% Passing Rate: Visual Arts, Japanese HL, Mandarin SL, Chinese Self-taught, and Spanish SL & HL >80% Passing Rate: Japanese SL, Mandarin SL, History SL & HL, Math SL, and Information Technology in a Global Society SL
ISB Student Success Class of 2014 283 out of 395 exams earned a passing score (72%) 100% Passing Rate: Visual Arts, Japanese HL, Spanish HL & Ab Initio >80% Passing Rate: English HL, Mandarin SL, Spanish SL, History HL, and Math HL
Curriculum
MYP Culmination
WE Embrace Equity: Language Acquisition Japanese, Mandarin, or Spanish 7 th Grade Entry Level I Level II Level III Level IV IB World Lang I IB World Lang II 9 th Grade Entry Level I Level II IB World Lang I IB World Lang II
Mathematics 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Algebra I Geometry IB Math Studies I IB Math Studies II Geometry Advanced Algebra II IB Math Standard Level I IB Math Standard Level II Advanced Algebra II Pre- Calculus IB Math Higher Level I IB Math Higher Level II
Literature & Composition Close study of a variety of texts, including novels, short stories, plays, poetry, and films. Texts include works originally written in English and works translated from languages other than English. Texts come from a variety of regions worldwide.
Science College preparation Extensive lab experiences Integrated technology
Individuals & Societies Aligned 9 th -12 th grade Thematic approach Human rights Conflict resolution Global citizenship Internationalism
Physical Education Develop skills & strategies for sports, with goals of proficiency and lifelong fitness Personal engagement & social skills Electives: Strength training, team games, dance, rhythm, & movement MYP Final Project in 10th grade
Health 1 Semester @ in 9th & 10th Grades Health topics Nutrition Drugs & Alcohol Safety Disease Prevention Mental/Emotional Health Sexual Health
Performing Arts: Choir Students in grades 9-12 have three choir options for skill development, enrichment and performance: Concert Choir is open to any HS student as a semester or year long class. Advanced Vocal Ensemble is an auditioned group offered as a full-year class. IB Choral Music
Performing Arts: Band Emphasis on tone production, rhythmic and musical understanding Jazz Band
Visual Arts Focus on learning art in context to the real world and other academic disciplines Examination of the role of visual arts in various cultures, time periods, and technology Development of technical skills by working with a variety of media
Academic Support Programs E.S.L. and Special Education Inclusion model Small group instruction Case managers meet with teachers and parents Case managers help to accommodate work and individualize learning plans
Academic Support Programs A.V.I.D Advancement Via Individual Determination College readiness class for Class of 2018 & 2019 in place of Access Tutorial E.S.L. Additional English instruction in place of 1 elective Special Education Academic Seminar in place of Access Tutorial class
Do IB Diploma students have a life? YES!!
Co-Curricular Activities Amnesty International Fashion Design Club Gaming Club Gay-Straight Alliance Glee Club Interact Club Jazz Band Latino Club Model United Nations Yo-Yo Club National Honor Society Nat l Arts Honor Society Nat l Chinese Honor Society Japanese Nat l Honor Society Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Student Council Yearbook
Activities & Athletics
Dances and Spirit Days
Transportation Morning Neighborhood Hub ISB Afternoon ISB Home high school Neighborhood
Next Steps! Submit BSD Common Application by 4:00 pm Tuesday, January 6 th Lottery will be held Wednesday, January 7th 9th Grade 35 seats (+5 Second Consideration) 10th Grade 10 seats 11th Grade 10 seats
Transition Support! Shadow Days: Mon., Nov. 17 th Weds., Nov. 19 th Weds., Dec. 3 rd Fri., Dec. 5 th Tues., Dec. 9 th Thurs., Dec. 11th Orientation: September 2015
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