Diploma Program San Jose High School IB School Since 1986 The unique benefits of the DP
The IB mission 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. Our 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
AGENDA Review the IB Diploma Requirements CAS Registration and Test Fees Web Site Information Question and Answers
Attributes of the Learner Profile
What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain The curriculum contains six subject groups and a core of three parts. IB Diploma Groups Students study concurrently! three subjects at higher level are classes that happen in the junior and senior year (240 hours each).! three subjects at standard level can happen over the junior or senior year! (150 hours each).! all three parts of the core. Page 5
A Typical IB Student Schedule English A HL Spanish B; Portuguese B; English B SL or HL History of The Americas HL Biology; Physics; Chemistry HL Math HL; Math SL; Math Studies Economics SL; Design Tech; Music SL; Dance SL; Visual Art Theory of Knowledge Page 6
Extended Essay The extended essay:! 4,000 words! Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest! Students become familiar with the independent research and writing skills expected at university! October 8 th 2013 final draft submitted to IB Page 7
Creativity, Action and Service Creativity, Action and Service (CAS):! Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service! Education outside the classroom! Development of the learner profile Page 8
Theory of Knowledge Theory of knowledge:! Interdisciplinary! Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines! Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives Page 9
Services: What is special about IB assessment? IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability! Diploma Programme assessment includes both final examinations and internal assessment undertaken by the teacher to IB criteria and then externally moderated by the IB.! All 4,000 examiners are quality checked through a process of moderation.! The IB undertakes random inspections of schools during exams. The diploma is graded over 45 points giving ample scope to differentiate student ability Marks awarded for each course range from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest). Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points. Diploma Programme assessment principles and practice available on www.ibo.org Page 10
How does an IB Education Prepare Students for College? Page 11
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University and IB Recognition Page 14
Why Complete your IB Courses? A high degree of alignment was found between DP standards in all subject areas and the Knowledge and Skills for University Success (KSUS). There was complete alignment in several subject areas, and many individual IB standards were more advanced than those required for success in entry-level college courses. Page 15
IB Diploma Students Success in College In a sample of DP students from US high schools, 71% enrolled in full-time post-secondary institutions (the US average is 56%). Of those students, the four-year and six-year graduation rates (64% and 81% respectively) were higher than the national averages (36% and 57% respectively). Page 16
University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities? The IB works closely with universities in all regions of the world to gain recognition for the IB diploma: Direct online access for university admissions officers and government officials to syllabuses and recent examination papers A database of university admission policies on www.ibo.org Recognition by over 2,000 universities Some universities offer scholarships and advanced placement for IB students. Page 17
College Credit Visit the IBO.Org Private Universities Determine their own policy UC System will give college credit for HL courses that earn a 5 or higher. 3 college semester credits per HL UC will also give 30 college semester credits for students who score 30 or higher on their IB exams CSU will give college credit for HL courses that earn a 4 or higher on their IB exams. Students can earn 6 semester credits per HL course Page 18
IB Test Fees Page 19
IB TEST FEES IB Registration Fee $155 + Additional Exam Fees 1 Exam $108 2 Exams $216 3 Exams $324 4 Exams $432 5 Exams $540 6 Exams $648 SJHS does not want to discourage students not to test due to financial reasons Scholarships are available however, funds are limited Students who qualify for free and reduced lunch have a reduced rate Last year it was $10.00 an exam State has not disclosed the rate but there are funds available Payment arrangements can be made for all families Students who register by November 1 are responsible to complete the assessments and pay for the exams
Current College Fees SJSU Tuition $2700.00 A Semester UC Tuition $4500.00 A Quarter Santa Clara $40,572 A Year Consider how much you can save by taking and passing the IB Exams? Page 21
Fees and Registration IB Test Registration is due on October 7 th or tonight IB Test Fees are due November 1 st 2013 Notification declaring the payment arrangements or schedule All Registrations must be completed by or before November 8, 2013 Page 22
Questions or Concerns
You will receive 2 packets today. Please return the White Registration packet by October 7, 2013 or This evening The other packet contains Senior Calendar of events for college information, application, financial aide etc. Internal assessment due dates CAS information Please visit the School Web page for additional information under IB Resources. Go Bulldogs!