9TH GRADE MYP (PRE-IB) IB PROGRAM APPLICATION

Jones 9TH GRADE MYP (PRE-IB) IB PROGRAM APPLICATION Jones High School 2015 2016 School Year

International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Jones High School 801 South Rio Grande Ave Orlando, FL 32805 http://www.joneshigh.ocps.net Mrs. Kyra Brown, IB Coordinator kyra.brown@ocps.net Phone 407.835.2300 Fax 407.835.2337 9 th Grade MYP Application Dear Prospective Jones MYP (Pre-IB) Student, April 1, 2015 Thank you for your interest in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) at Jones High School. The IB Diploma Programme is a rigorous college preparatory program designed for students attending the 11 th & 12 th grades. At Jones High School, students who desire to participate in the IB DP during their Junior and Senior years are expected to participate in the MYP (Pre-IB) program while attending 9 th and 10 th grades. This application information packet is intended for those students planning to attend 9 th grade during the 2015-16 academic school year and intending to join the MYP program. The MYP 9 th grade application, teacher recommendation forms, Jones MYP and IB DP Honor Code, and Declaration Agreement are included. Please demonstrate your motivation and organizational skills by handing in the requested materials on time. It is your responsibility to give the recommendation forms to three of your teachers (English, Math, and a teacher of your choice). It is your responsibility to check in with those teachers periodically to be sure that your recommendations have been completed. Student from Memorial Middle School must submit their completed MYP 9 th grade applications to Mr. Chavis s office. These applications will then be joined with teacher recommendation forms. Submission of a MYP application signed by a parent/guardian indicates permission for the Jones HS IB staff to review your middle school grades/transcripts, attendance, and standardized test scores. If your teacher prefers to submit their recommendation form directly to the JHS IB Office staff, they can email it to the email address in this letterhead. Students currently attending other middle schools within Orange County Public School District are responsible for delivering their JHS MYP 9 th grade application to the IB office (Mrs. K. Brown) at Jones High School. Your application packet must be accompanied by a copy of your middle school grades/transcript, attendance report for this year, standardized test scores, and your letters of recommendation (preferably with each in a separate sealed envelope) from the teacher providing the recommendation. If your teacher prefers to submit their recommendation letter directly to the JHS IB Office staff, they can email it to either of the email addresses included in this letterhead. Completed applications will be reviewed by the JHSIB Application Review Committee during the month of April, 2015. If your application was received on time, you will be notified of the outcome of that review as soon as possible thereafter and no later than May 1, 2015. We wish you well in the application process. Sincerely, Kyra Brown IB Coordinator @ Jones High School (3757) Orange County School District Applications and teacher recommendations are due to Mrs. Kyra Brown by Friday, April 24, 2015 1

Instructions to the 9 th Grade IB DP Applicant Please follow the steps below. It is your responsibility to fill out the forms fully, correctly and return them to the Jones High School IB Office Mrs. Kyra Brown. In this packet you will find: Instructions to the IB DP Applicant 9 th grade IB DP application Teacher Recommendation Forms (for English, Math, and a teach of your choice) Step 1 Download the Jones High School MYP Program application from the IB page of the Jones High School s website: http://www.joneshigh.ocps.net. You can find this document under the IB Program tab and MYP/IB applications sections. In the event of any difficulties accessing the application, please contact Mrs. Kyra Brown at 407-835-2300 ext. 6092239 to request that the information be emailed to you. Step 2 Upon your decision to apply, please PRINT your name and address on the JHSIB application and complete the rest of the form in your own handwriting, answering the questions in such a way that the IB DP Application Committee will get to know you better. Then have a parent/guardian read and sign it. Meeting deadlines is essential to success in the IB DP. Step 3 PRINT your name and the name of the teacher who will complete your recommendation on each of the Teacher Recommendation Forms. Give the appropriate recommendation forms to your English and Math teachers and a third teacher of your choice. It will be in your best interest to allow teachers as much time as possible by giving them the recommendation form as soon as you can. It is your responsibility to check with the teachers to ensure that they have completed the form for you. Your recommendation forms should be submitted each in a separate sealed envelope from the teacher providing the recommendation. If your teacher prefers to submit their recommendation for directly to Mrs. Kyra Brown, they can email it to the email address included in this letterhead. Step 4 Please bring your completed application to Mrs. Kyra Brown any time before and no later than Friday, April 24, 2015 to be considered as applying on time. 2

9 th Grade MYP (Pre-IB) Application Please complete all parts of the application and PRINT clearly. Student s Name: Last First Middle Student s Address: Street (number and name) City Zip Code Middle school attended: Home high school: Do you have any siblings who attend(ed) Jones High School? (Yes) (N0) Did you attend an IB Information meeting? (Yes) (If yes, date) (No) If not, how did you hear about the IB Programme at JHS? Is your middle school and IB Middle Years Program? (Yes) (No) Parent/Legal Guardian s Name: & Daytime phone numbers: & E-mail address: & Student s current e-mail address: My signature below indicates an understanding of the Jones MYP program and agreement to support my student and the JHS staff in reaching the programme s goals. Permission is granted for the MYP Application Review Committee to view my student s records, including attendance records, transcript, and standardized test information. These records are held in strict confidence and will only be seen by school personnel involved with the application decision. I also understand that if my child withdraws from the MYP program during the first two years (9 th and 10 th grade) for any reason, and is open-enrolled at Jones High School, he or she may lose the right to their program transfer waiver, and consequently may need to attend his/her home high school. Student s Signature: Date: Parent/Legal Guardian s Signature Date: 3

Student IB DP Application Prompts Directions: After reviewing the IB Learner Profile provided on this sheet, please compose a short essay describing how you think the International Studies Program will help you become a future leader in your community and work with others (regardless of differences) to build a better world. You may attach additional handwritten pages if preferred. The IB Learner Profile The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. IB learners strive to be: Inquirers 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. Knowledgeable 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. Thinkers They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions. Communicators 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. Open-minded They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience. Caring 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. Risk-takers 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. Balanced 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. 4

To the Applicant: The following information is to be filled out in your own handwriting. Please answer the questions honestly and on your own using the space provided. 1. Explain what you know about the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme & Diploma Programme (please be specific) and why you desire to be part of this program at Jones High School. 2. Are there any other reasons for which you want to attend Jones High School aside from the IB MYP & DP program? If so, please list them. 3. The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. Please describe what thoughts this statement generates for you. 4. The IB MYP & DP s core includes being active and involved, making a difference in the community. Please list and describe all of the organized activities in which you are currently involved in (aside from attending school), including sports, clubs, community involvement, and any other applicable activities. 6

5. Was the decision to apply to the IB MYP your idea? Please share with us how the decision to apply was reached and who participated in that decision making. 6. Based on the Learner Profiles, which two would people use to describe you most? Explain. 7. What profession or career are you interested in pursuing? 8. Is there anything else we should know about you that may help us in considering your application? Feel free to add any additional information or comments below: Please read and acknowledge the statement below with appropriate signatures. I understand that if I withdraw from the IB MYP for any reason while open-enrollment at Jones High School, I may lose the ability to continue my education at Jones High School if I am on a magnet program transfer and consequently may need to attend my home high school. Furthermore, I understand, that in order to be withdrawn from the IB MYP programme, a conference must be held with the IB Coordinator, the school principal, my guidance counselor, MYP teachers, parent/legal guardian, and myself. During this conference it will be discussed the reasons regarding withdrawal and the overall best interest of the student s academic career. Student s Signature: Date: Parent/Legal Guardian s Signature: Date: 7

Jones High School IB MYP (9 th ) Teacher Recommendation Form ENGLISH or HISTORY On behalf of this applicant, please submit this completed form in a sealed envelope or scan and email it to the JHS IB Office (Mrs. Kyra Brown) at: kyra.brown@ocps.net before 04/24/15. Please known your feedback is greatly appreciated and impactful. Student s Name (PRINT): Teacher s Name: Teacher s Email: Initials: This student is applying for the IB P program, an honors program across all academic disciplines. Your evaluation of this student s potential in such a course of study is essential to this candidate s proper placement by the IB DP Application Review Committee. Our application process including seeking teacher recommendations is designed to assist us in identifying students who exhibit excellent work habits, exceptional maturity and are highly motivated to succeed. Rating scale: How does this student exhibit the traits listed? Please check the appropriate level or each trait. Academic Traits & Abilities Academic Abilities Student demonstrates excellence on class assignments and projects Student completes assignments and homework in a timely and through manner Student grasps new or different concepts readily Student challenges, speculates, makes unusual associations, and/or draws unique conclusions Student demonstrates intellectual promise and creativity Student independently seeks to find answers or additional information for self-knowledge and understanding Student works well independently Student works well in groups Personal Characteristics Student shows genuine excitement and enthusiasm for learning Student is able to be self-critical and self-correcting Student handles outside responsibilities as well as school demands Student demonstrates honesty and personal integrity when faced with an obstacle or challenge Student works well with and shows concern for others Type of recommendation 5 to an exceptional degree 4 consistently 3 frequently Overall recommendation (circle 0ne): Enthusiastically Highly Recommended Recommended Recommended 2 occasionally Recommended with reservation 1 rarely **Please make any additional comments on the back regarding any reservations you may have regarding this student and their success in the IB Diploma Program. 8 Not Observed Not recommended

Teachers Comments: Please comment briefly on the suitability of the IB Diploma Program for this student. We would appreciate your honesty in expressing any reservations you may have. If you marked occasionally or rarely in any category above or cannot recommend this student, please explain. Teacher s Signature: Date: 9

Jones High School IB MYP (9 th ) Teacher Recommendation Form MATHMATICS On behalf of this applicant, please submit this completed form in a sealed envelope or scan and email it to the JHS IB Office (Mrs. Kyra Brown) at: kyra.brown@ocps.net before 04/24/15. Please known your feedback is greatly appreciated and impactful. Student s Name (PRINT): Teacher s Name: Teacher s Email: Initials: This student is applying for the IB P program, an honors program across all academic disciplines. Your evaluation of this student s potential in such a course of study is essential to this candidate s proper placement by the IB DP Application Review Committee. Our application process including seeking teacher recommendations is designed to assist us in identifying students who exhibit excellent work habits, exceptional maturity and are highly motivated to succeed. Rating scale: How does this student exhibit the traits listed? Please check the appropriate level or each trait. Academic Traits & Abilities Academic Abilities Student demonstrates excellence on class assignments and projects Student completes assignments and homework in a timely and through manner Student grasps new or different concepts readily Student challenges, speculates, makes unusual associations, and/or draws unique conclusions Student demonstrates intellectual promise and creativity Student independently seeks to find answers or additional information for self-knowledge and understanding Student works well independently Student works well in groups Personal Characteristics Student shows genuine excitement and enthusiasm for learning Student is able to be self-critical and self-correcting Student handles outside responsibilities as well as school demands Student demonstrates honesty and personal integrity when faced with an obstacle or challenge Student works well with and shows concern for others Type of recommendation 5 to an exceptional degree 4 consistently 3 frequently Overall recommendation (circle 0ne): Enthusiastically Highly Recommended Recommended Recommended 2 occasionally Recommended with reservation 1 rarely **Please make any additional comments on the back regarding any reservations you may have regarding this student and their success in the IB Diploma Program. 10 Not Observed Not recommended

Jones High School IB MYP (9 th ) Teacher Recommendation Form TEACHER OF CHOICE On behalf of this applicant, please submit this completed form in a sealed envelope or scan and email it to the JHS IB Office (Mrs. Kyra Brown) at: kyra.brown@ocps.net before 04/24/15. Please known your feedback is greatly appreciated and impactful. Student s Name (PRINT): Teacher s Name: Teacher s Email: Initials: This student is applying for the IB P program, an honors program across all academic disciplines. Your evaluation of this student s potential in such a course of study is essential to this candidate s proper placement by the IB DP Application Review Committee. Our application process including seeking teacher recommendations is designed to assist us in identifying students who exhibit excellent work habits, exceptional maturity and are highly motivated to succeed. Rating scale: How does this student exhibit the traits listed? Please check the appropriate level or each trait. Academic Traits & Abilities Academic Abilities Student demonstrates excellence on class assignments and projects Student completes assignments and homework in a timely and through manner Student grasps new or different concepts readily Student challenges, speculates, makes unusual associations, and/or draws unique conclusions Student demonstrates intellectual promise and creativity Student independently seeks to find answers or additional information for self-knowledge and understanding Student works well independently Student works well in groups Personal Characteristics Student shows genuine excitement and enthusiasm for learning Student is able to be self-critical and self-correcting Student handles outside responsibilities as well as school demands Student demonstrates honesty and personal integrity when faced with an obstacle or challenge Student works well with and shows concern for others Type of recommendation 5 to an exceptional degree 4 consistently 3 frequently Overall recommendation (circle 0ne): Enthusiastically Highly Recommended Recommended Recommended 2 occasionally Recommended with reservation 1 rarely **Please make any additional comments on the back regarding any reservations you may have regarding this student and their success in the IB Diploma Program. 12 Not Observed Not recommended

Jones High School MYP & DP IB Honor Code and Declaration Students in the Jones High School MYP and DP IB programs are expected to uphold the highest standards of academic honesty, respect for others, and personal integrity as those are some of the central components of responsible citizenship. All MYP and DP IB students sign the honor code as part of the admission process, and violations of the honor code may result in dismissal from the program. Jones High School strives to provide educational experiences that inspire academic excellence, personal growth and social responsibility. Therefore, the entire JHS community is expected to adhere to JHS Academic Integrity Policy, which was developed in alignment with the International Baccalaureate Organization expectations and guidelines regarding academic honesty and can be found in the JHS student handbook. Student Declaration: I fully understand the MYP and DP IB Honor Code and commit to the ideals and principles of the International Baccalaureate Programme and JHS s Honor Code. I also understand the requirements of the MYP and DP IB programme and agree to meet the full expectations of these programs. In addition, I understand that all MYP IB students and their guardians are required to read the General Regulations: Diploma Programme document, (also on the JHS website under the Academics & Curriculum/Academics/IB Tab). Finally, I understand that if I do not meet the full expectations of the MYP and DP IB Programme, that I may be removed from the program, as stated in the JHS IB Diploma Programme Enrollment Policy. Jones High School IB MYP & DP Enrollment Policy It is the policy of the Jones High School International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) that any student accepted into the Jones MYP and/or DP IB Program (IB DP) fully understands the prescribed course load and expectations of the program. If, at any time, the student chooses not to meet the full expectations of the MYP or DP IB, Jones High School has the right to place that student in non-ib courses equivalent to the current courses in which the student is enrolled, if possible. If this change occurs, these students may lose their transfer privileges associated with a magnet transfer and may consequently need to attend his/her home high school. Once an IB students begins IB course work in 11 th grade, that student s grades will be included on the IB track for graduation purposes, whether or not the student remains in the program. Student Signature: Date: Parent/Legal Guardian s Signature: Date: 14