Advanced Placement & International Baccalaureate Carmel High School 8 th Grade Academic Information Night January 9, 2017 Experience Excellence Explore Opportunities Realize Potential
Indiana Diploma Requirements Core 40 Credit Requirements Indiana Diploma Credit Requirements 8 English 6 math 6 science 6 social studies 2 PE 1 Health 11 electives Academic Honors Credit Requirements 8 English 8 math (2 beyond algebra II) 6 science 6 social studies 6-8 world language 2 PE 1 health 2 fine arts 8 electives Technical Honors Credit Requirements 8 English 6 math 6 science 6 social studies 2 PE 1 Health 11 electives AP/IB courses in the corresponding departments can satisfy the credit requirements for any of the above diplomas
Academic Honors Diploma Requirements Earn 4 credits in two or more AP courses & complete the corresponding exams OR Earn 4 credits in IB courses & complete the corresponding exams OR Complete 2 of the following: 3 credits of qualifying dual credit courses, 2 credits in an AP course & complete the exam, or 2 credits in IB & complete the corresponding exam
Myths AP/IB classes are for students who always get good grades Realities These courses are for all students who are academically prepared and motivated to take college-level courses. AP/IB classes are too stressful They are challenging but manageable, especially with the support you receive from your teachers and classmates. Consider the number of rigorous classes students are taking in a semester/year. It s important to plan a schedule that is academically rigorous yet balanced appropriately for each student. Taking an AP/IB course could hurt my GPA Both programs are fully weighted and provide engaging learning experiences. They also show colleges students are willing to take on academic challenges. I don t think I will get a high enough score on the exam to get college credit Most colleges, including Indiana schools, recognize an AP score of 3 (out of 5) or higher or a 5 (out of 7) or higher on an IB exam. State colleges in Indiana have to award credit to students who scored a 3 or higher on an AP exam. I can t take AP/IB because I was not recommended A recommendation does not prevent you from taking an AP/IB course. If you feel like you are ready for the level of rigor and challenge these courses require, you can sign up for a class. However, most of these courses require a year long commitment so be sure you understand the demands before you sign up.
Advanced Placement at Carmel High School
85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student s AP experience favorably impacts admission decisions Source: Collegeboard.org, 2016
AP Courses at Carmel High School Art History Computer Science A Computer Science Principles English Language and Composition English Literature and Composition Statistics Calculus AB Calculus BC Biology Chemistry Physics I Physics II Physics C Environmental Science European History World History US Government and Politics Comparative Government and Politics Human Geography Microeconomics Macroeconomics Psychology Studio Art 2D Studio Art 3D Student Art (Drawing) German Language Spanish Literature Spanish Language French Language Latin Vergil Seminar Research
2016 AP Test Data
AP Capstone
IB Program at CHS Diploma Students 8 Senior Diploma students 34 Junior Diploma students Percent of 11 th & 12 th graders in at least one IB course: 34.06% Year Students in at least 1 IB class Tests Taken Passing Scores of 4 or more % Passing 2016-17 819 May 2017 May 2017 May 2017 2015-16 721 180 167 92.8% 2014-15 554 147 125 85.0% 2013-14 253 39 28 71.8% 2012-13 171 33 32 97.0% 2011-12 152 69 55 79.7%
IB Diploma Programme Model
IB Courses are offered during 11 th & 12 th grade only. However, it is important to consider which classes should be taken during 9 th & 10 th grade in order to prepare for the IB Diploma.
IB Diploma Requirements Theory of Knowledge (TOK) Course taken during a student s junior year Written assessment finished during senior year CAS Hours: Creativity, Activity, and Service Students are involved in CAS experiences for two years Extended Essay: 4,000 words exploration Students choose a topic that is of interest to them
IB Diploma Student Survey Why did students choose the IB Diploma? Learning Style: 62% Meaningful & Authentic Project-Based Learning Collaborative approach to learning People: 38% Appreciate the teacher s approach to instruction The IB Family
Classroom Examples
What s the difference? Advanced Placement Students study a broad spectrum of ideas External assessments administered in May and aligned to national standards Each course stands alone International Baccalaureate Students study a limited number of topics allowing for inquiry and depth of study Varied internal and external assessments moderated internationally Courses are sequenced with an interdisciplinary approach Both Programs - Attract highly motivated students - Are rigorous and promote academic excellence - Allow opportunities to earn college credit - Prepare students for the ACT and SAT - Prepare students for the rigor of a college education
Biology AP Biology 1 year Very little Anatomy & Physiology 13 Required Labs (same across country) Some inquiry-based labs AP exam taken at the end of 1 st year AP score based on exam only IB Biology HL 2 years 60+ hours of Anatomy & Physiology 7 Required labs (same across country) Many inquiry-based labs IB exam taken at the end of 2 nd year IB score is a combination of exam and lab work
AP Biology Sample Essay Exam Questions IB
For more information Carmel High School Brooke Watkins Assistant Principal bwatkins@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7081 www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home Carmel High School www.collegeboard.org apstudent.collegeboard.org Brad Sever Assistant Principal bsever@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7421 www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home Carmel High School Chard Reid IB Coordinator rreid1@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7155 www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home www.ibo.org