Turner Fenton S.S. International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme
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What is an IB Education?
The IB Programme at Turner Fenton Secondary School
Middle Years Programme (MYP) Grades 9 and 10 8 Core Subjects Approaches to Learning Conceptual education Personal Project
MYP Course Options Grade 9 Mandatory Options 1. English 2. French 3. Math (Grade 9) 4. Math (Grade 10) 5. Science 6. Geography 7. Phys. Ed.: Traditional (Girls or Boys) Personal Fitness (Girls or Boys) 8. Art: Visual Arts Digital Arts Music
MYP Course Options Grade 10 Mandatory 1. English Options 7. Phys. Ed.: Personal Fitness (Girls or Boys) 2. French 3. Math (Grade 11) 8. Art: Visual Arts 4. Science Digital Arts 5. History Music 6. Civics 9. Business 10. Computer Science
MYP Personal Projects
Service as Action 8
Diploma Programme (DP) Model 6 Core Subjects Extended Essay ToK Approaches to Learning CAS
Courses Completed Over 2 Years 3 Standard Level (SL) courses 2 semesters over 1 or 2 years 2 exams written in grade 11 1 exam written in grade 12 3 Higher Level (HL) courses 3 semesters over 2 years 3 exams written in grade 12 TOK 1 semester course in grade 12 10
Diploma Program Course Options Group 1 Group 2 English: Language French and Literature Group 4 Biology Chemistry Physics Group 5 Mathematics Group 3 Business Management Economics History Group 6 Visual Arts 11
IB English
IB Biology
IB History
IB Art
Creativity, Service and Action (CAS)
Extended Essay
Theory of Knowledge How do I know?
IB Assessment IB Assessment Criteria IB Exams and Internal Assessments
Why IB?
Student Voices
Extracurriculars
Ideal IB Candidate Profile: Strong academics Well rounded Good time management skills Initiative and a positive attitude toward learning
Programme Fees The IB Diploma Programme at Turner Fenton requires fees for all four years of the program: Grade 9 $250 Grade 10 $250 Grade 11 $1350 Grade 12 $1350
IB Programme Application Process for Sept. 2017
Application Criteria Currently a grade 8 student Live in our Catchment: North of the 401 and South of Bovaird Drive/Castlemore Road
01 January 2012
Parts of the Application 1. Basic Info 2. Grade 7 Final Report Card and Grade 8 Progress Report these will be uploaded from Peel District School Board, or must be dropped off at the school 3. On-Line Written Response
The IB Learner Profile Inquirers curiosity independence in learning love of learning Knowledgeable concepts, ideas and issues in-depth understanding Thinkers apply skills critically reasoned, ethical decisions Communicators two languages confidence and collaboration Principled integrity, honesty, fairness, and justice Open-minded open to other s perspectives, values and traditions Caring empathy, compassion and respect service Risk-takers courage to explore new ideas, roles and strategies Balanced intellectual, physical and emotional balance Reflective thoughtful consideration about their own learning
Prompt for Written Response Referring to the IB Learner profile as stated on the IB website, www.ibo.org/benefits/learner-profile/, and focusing specifically on the aim to develop 'Caring' learners, answer the following question: Give a real-life example of how compassion can make a positive change in someone's life. Maximum 2000 character count. 34
Caring Attribute from IB Learner Profile IB Learners Strive to be Caring: We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.
Students that are not currently in a Peel District School Board Elementary School must submit their reports to our office
Application Timelines Application Opens: Nov. 6 Application Closes: Nov. 24 1st Round Offers: Feb. 5 Acceptance Deadline: Feb. 8 2nd Round Offers: Feb. 9
Selection Process 1. Applications are reviewed and scored based on: - Grade 7 Report Card and Grade 8 Progress Report - Written Response 2. Applicants who deemed good candidates will be entered into a lottery for a spot in the program 3. Those not selected in the lottery will be put onto a waiting list