ROSS SHEPPARD INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE ACADEMICS ARTS ATHLETICS SERVICE

ROSS SHEPPARD INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE ACADEMICS ARTS ATHLETICS SERVICE

The IB Program at Ross Sheppard The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a rigorous academic enrichment program, recommended for students who want to challenge themselves with content that requires robust critical/analytical skills, open-mindedness, risk-taking and intellectual curiosity. The programme s broad-based internationally-minded curriculum fosters students personal, intellectual, emotional, and social growth, aiming at developing compassionate, knowledgeable and globally-responsible 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.

The IB Learner Profile What Does IB Strive to Develop? Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives. They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines. They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions. They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. Principled They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them. Communicators Openminded Caring Risktakers Balanced They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience. They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment. They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs. They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others. Reflective They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

Success in IB Ross Sheppard s IB Students Achieve! Although IB students study subject content in greater depth and delve more deeply into the philosophy of learning, their grades do not suffer. Teachers separate IB and Alberta course assignments and material, which allows for high grades despite the extra content. Students marks are not lower in IB courses than they would be in the regular level academic course. What is Needed to Succeed in IB? Intellectual curiosity Self-motivation Be willing to accept responsibility for your learning A good work ethic Time management skills Grades over 75% highly recommended What are the Challenges of IB Program? A demanding curriculum Self-discipline and self-motivation to do academic work At Shep, you will share your IB classes with many of the same people so it feels like a small school. This creates a great atmosphere for close friendships to develop.

Why Choose Shep IB? Discover the Advantage Development of good work habits in preparation for postsecondary school Positive and focused learning environment Balanced life style Encourages extracurricular involvement in athletics, music, drama, art, leadership, and more Highest level academic program at Ross Sheppard Multiple levels of challenge Specially trained teachers Internationally recognized curriculum Part of a worldwide group of students Emphasis on process skills Activities for IB Students include: IB ski trip I.B. Science students attend lectures, labs, and demonstrations at the U of A Celebration events for IB Diploma Students U of A IB student conferences Arts: Jazz Band, Vocal Jazz, Drumline, Chinese Drums, Guitar, Choral, Drama, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, Visual Arts, etc. Sports: more than 26 teams in 14 various sports.

IB Subjects Offered at Ross Sheppard DP Students must choose one subject from each of the six groups Higher Level (HL) Subjects English Chinese History Biology Visual Arts, Music, Drama Standard Level (SL) Subjects French, Chinese,** Spanish* (*ab initio **ab initio and SL) Math Chemistry, Physics Visual Arts, Music, Drama

IB Diploma What Does Full IB Include? Full IB Diploma 3 subjects at the Higher Level (HL) and 3 subjects at the Standard Level (SL) 1 subject must be from each of Groups 1 through 5, and the 6th subject can be from Group 2, Group 4 or Group 6. Extended Essay CAS Creativity, Action, Service Theory of Knowledge A 4000-word essay of independent research on a topic of the student s choice, submitted in grade 12. Students will have a teacher advisor to help and guide them. CAS encourages students to share their energy and special talents with others by participating in theatre or musical productions, and/or community service activities. This is completed during grades 11 and 12. A course that encourages critical thinking about knowledge. Students explore two key questions: What do I know? and How do I know it is true? Students are encouraged to appreciate other cultural perspectives on knowledge. Students will take this in grades 11 and 12 Assessment in 6 Areas of Study Two forms of assessment Internal Assessment subject-specific assessment of work completed in class External Assessment exams, musical performance, art exhibition

Why Choose Shep Pre-IB? Discover the Advantage Pre-IB courses are designed specifically to prepare students to meet the demands of the IB curriculum when then enroll in the IB programme in grades 11 and 12. The Ross Sheppard pre-ib program is not a construct of the International Baccalaureate Organization: it covers the Alberta Education High School Curriculum. However, the pre-ib courses differ from regular academic courses in two ways: 1. Enriched content, targeting the development of critical analytical thinking and a broad range of academic literacy skills 2. Comprehensive coverage of concepts. All pre-ib students are assessed only on the Alberta High School Curriculum. Partial IB An Alternative to Full IB For partial IB, students can earn IB Certificates in individual subject areas in which they are interested. Certificate students must register in at least 2 IB subjects. HL= Higher Lever SL = Standard Level Students can choose from various levels of enrichment: IB Diploma, IB Diploma with an extra certificate in a third Science, or individual IB courses (Certificates). In most subjects, the curriculum is organized so that if a student chooses to transfer out of IB between years the transition involves no course overlap.

Grade 10 Pre IB Courses English 10-1 pib Social 10-1 pib Math 10C pib and Science 10 pib ONE 2nd Language pib PE/CALM Arts Option pib or Regular Option Math 20-1 pib Sample Grade 10 Full Pre-IB Timetable* Semester 1 Semester 2 Block Day A Day B Day A Day B 1 English 10-1 IB Language 10 IB English 10-1 IB Language 10 IB 2 Mathematics 10C IB Mathematics 10C IB Mathematics 20 IB Mathematics 20 IB 3 Social Studies 10-1 IB Science 10 IB Social Studies 10-1 IB Science 10 IB 4 Phys. Ed 10 Phys. Ed 10 Option Option *Actual timetables will vary depending on individual choice and scheduling. All courses are 5 Credits unless indicated otherwise and most are full year. Students may choose to take CALM and Physical Education at Summer School, freeing up more time for optional courses. Select Courses are available in early morning (8:00 am), lunch time, and after school. Options at Ross Shep allow for a full range of educational experiences!

University Recognition Many universities offer advantages to students graduating from high school with IB: Advanced credit/advanced placement IB-specific scholarships IB student advisors University Advanced Course Credits U of A English (6), Biology (3), History (3), Open Elective (3), Physics (3) U of C English (3), Biology (3), History (6), Open Electives (15 ) UBC Biology (8), English (6), History (6) U of T Biology (1), English (1), History (1), Music (1) Queens McGill Total: 12 18, if student completes IB Diploma Biology (6) - receive a total of 30 advanced credits Also, the University of Alberta offers full I.B. Diploma students admission based on their predicted grades to all direct entry faculties. Faculty Points Arts 32 Agriculture 30 Science 31 Engineering* 37 Nursing 33 *Students seeking early acceptance into the Faculty of Engineering must take IB Chemistry and IB Physics. Predicted grades for IB diploma students are available in mid-march. Ross Sheppard High School s average grade for IB diploma students has been 37 points on average over the last 10 years.

University Recognition Universities Compete for IB Students! Most universities in Canada realize that students who graduate with an IB Diploma are more likely to experience success in university courses. To encourage IB students to apply to their university, many offer special benefits for IB Diploma students. Studies at the University of Alberta show that students who have completed the IB Diploma have a higher grade point average in their first year than students who did not complete the IB Diploma (after corrected for incoming GPA). The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) Provides: direct, online access for university admissions officers and government officials to syllabuses and recent examination papers a database containing contact details of universities around the world together with up-to-date information about their requirements for admission to assist IB diploma students in making appropriate choices Grade access directly from the IBO s secure web site. For university recognition policies contact your university of choice directly or visit www.ibo.org/country/ca and select Universities and institutions that recognize the IB diploma.

International Baccalaureate International Baccalaureate (IB) Courses: IB Courses are offered in wide range of subjects. Students pursuing the IB Diploma must take IB courses in six subject areas, and they must take ToK, Extended Essay and CAS. Certificate students may pick and choose IB courses. Courses are designed to be challenging. Exams: Students taking IB exams must have 150 hours (1 year) for SL and 240 hours (2 years) for the HL exam. IB students may take both AP and IB exams. Teachers: Teachers help students prepare for year-end exams. All IB teachers are required to be trained at 3-6 day workshops, nationally or internationally. They submit projects, taped oral exams, labs, papers etc. to external examiners who score them to provide standardization of quality and rigor Assessment: IB tests, papers, labs, orals, etc. are scored on an international scale by carefully selected and trained examiners in countries all over the world University Admissions and Credit: High scores on IB exams may garner university credit or advanced standing. Universities around the work recognize IB coursework/ diplomas and often allow university credit for successful IB exams. Some universities allow the student to skip the intro level of a course or skip a student a full year ahead. Program Start up: IB is a full program rather than a selection of classes. A broad range of courses must be available to all students and must at all time, meet international requirements. Official IBO authorization and periodic program evaluation for standardization of quality rigor is required.

vs. Advanced Placement Advanced Placement (AP) Courses: AP courses are offered in a wide range of subject and students may take those that appeal to them. Courses are designed to be challenging. Exams: Nearly all students attend one, two or three semesters of an AP class to prepare for a n exam. Students with special knowledge make test without taking an AP class. AP students may not take IB exams Teachers: Teachers help students prepare for year-end exams. All AP teachers must be endorsed by their high school principal. They may receive training ranging from one day to one week. Training sessions are available to teachers in each of the 32 subject areas. Training is not required. Teachers may choose to be trained in Canada oar the United States. Assessment: AP tests are evaluated by carefully selected and trained college and university professors and experienced AP teachers. Exams are sent to test centers for marking. University Admissions and Credit: Participation in AP courses can be very helpful in gaining college admission. High scores on AP exams may garner college credit or advanced standing. Universities recognize AP coursework and often allow university credit for successful AP exams. Program Start up: AP classes can be implemented as a school wishes, on an individual basis. Courses must be approved by Advanced Placement through the AP Course Audit Process.

Testimonials What Our IB Students Have to Say You don t take IB because you re smart, you take IB because you strive for excellence. -Tharah Bates Grad 2018 I chose to take IB as a challenge for myself. I was always interested in learning more depth than what was usually taught, as well as increasing the diversity of topics I learned about. In regular classes. I felt that we had a very rigid learning curriculum that did not offer me the chance to really expand my brain. However, in IB classes, we are strongly encouraged to think outside of the box, and foster our natural curiosity. They allow us to perform extensive research in topics that we are personally interested in. This brings us closer to realizing the career path we might unknowingly carry a deep passion for. In addition, the workload that IB provides forces you to develop good time management, and solidify a proper work ethic before you venture off into greater, more intense schooling. - Kimberlee Ten Grad 2018 In Full IB I have learned the skills needed to thrive in higher education and become a confident well rounded individual! Marcus J. Bustamante Grad 2018 Marcus J. Bustamante IB Student Executive: Back Row (L-R)) Mrs. Cannon, Arashpreet Jhajj, Mehtab Malik, Ethan Sahagun, Mrs. Homeniuk Front Row Hua Xin Chia, Yuyang Yan, Lydia Antwi, Tharah Bate, Absent from photo: Julia Murray

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