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The Diploma Programme

So what exactly is the International Baccalaureate?

“... The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a not-for-profit* foundation, motivated by its mission to create a better world through education”

• ...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...

...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....

What is What is IBDP? IBDP?

• Two-year academically challenging

program for juniors & seniors

• Prepares students to be successful in

post-secondary education and in a global society

• Balances curriculum to prepare

students for any career choice.

Benefits Benefits of IB

• f IBDP

DP

• Global education, increased international-

mindedness

• Preparation for college courses, assessments, and

expectations

• Unity of academic program
• Close ties with IB peers and teachers
• College recognition/scholarships and credits
• Advanced critical thinking, writing, speaking, and

research skills

The IB Learner Profile

IB Approaches to Learning

• Thinking Skills
• Social Skills
• Communication Skills
• Self-Management Skills
• Research Skills

IB IB Approache Approaches s To Teaching

• Teaching
• Based on Inquiry
• Focused on conceptual understanding
• Developed in local and global contexts
• Focused on effective teamwork and collaboration
• Differentiated to meet the needs of all learners
• Informed by assessment (formative and

summative)

IB Diploma Requirements Completed in the junior/senior years 6 IB Subject Groups 3 Core Components

• Extended Essay
• CAS– Creativity/Activity/Service
• TOK– Theory of Knowledge

The The Extended Extended Essay Essay

• Academic investigation of research

question of individual interest

• Based on a developed argument
• Guided process with deadlines throughout

junior/senior years

• 3, 500- 4,000 words

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Granby Granby EE EE Subject Subject Choices Choices

• Literature
• Language
• History
• Math
• Music
• Psychology
• Science
• Global Politics
• Visual Art

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Ex Examp ample le EE EE top topics ics

• To what extent would Congressional term limits benefit the

United States?

• How did Syngman Rhee contribute to the tensions between

the Republic of Korea and the U.S. from 1945 to 1950?

• To what extent do rising water temperatures around the Great

Barrier Reef threaten coral ecosystems and the dependent Australian economy?

• How was the Russian revolution essential to Kazimir

Malevich’s evolution of Suprematism?

• To what extent does environmental and social variables affect

developing cognitive competence in children?

TOK TOK – Theory Theory of Knowledge

• f Knowledge
• What do you know?
• How do you know about math or science?
• Focus on Areas of Knowledge— Natural science,

human science, mathematics, ethics, etc.

• Focus on Ways of Knowing–sensory perception,

memory, reason, emotion, faith, etc.

TOK TOK – Detail Details

• 1 year course spread over 2 years
• Seminar time: Extended Essay

preparation/Exam Preparation

• TOK Assessment – 10 min. Oral Presentation
• TOK Assessment -- Essay based on a

prescribed title from IBO

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Creativ Creativity, ity, Activ Activity, ity, Service Service

• Artistic pursuits, sports and community service
• Education and personal growth outside the

classroom

• Documented with evidence and reflection on

learning outcomes in ManageBac over 18 months

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Lear Learning Out ning Outcomes comes

• Increased self awareness
• Undertaken new challenges
• Planned and initiated activities
• Worked collaboratively
• Shown commitment
• Engaged in issues of global importance
• Considered ethical implications of actions
• Developed new skills

Group 1: English A: Literature

• Literary Analysis of a variety of texts
• Works in Translation– connection to other cultures
• Interactive oral discussions, analysis, & written/oral

assessments

• University level reading and writing

Language Language B: B: French French, , Latin, or Spanish Latin, or Spanish

• Theme based,
• Real world applications
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and

listening in authentic situations

• Analysis of authentic documents in a cultural

context: newspapers, blogs, magazine articles, & news reports

Group 3: Group 3: Individuals Individuals & Societies & Societies

• History of the Americas & 20th Century World Topics

Group 4: Experimental Sciences

IB Biology or IB Physics

• Choice for Junior/Senior years
• 2 year courses

Group 5 Group 5: : Mathemat Mathematics ics

• Two IB Math Choices: IB Math Studies SL & IB

Mathematics SL

Group 6: Arts and Electives

• Visual Arts– 2 years
• Music– 1 year
• Psychology– 1 year

AP and AP and IB IB

• AP & IB are weighted courses .03+
• IB students also take AP classes
• AP Government
• AP Environmental Science
• AP Human Geography
• AP English Language & Composition
• AP Biology/AP Physics
• AP Literature
• AP Calculus/AP Statistics/AP Computer Science
• AP Psychology
• AP European History

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Admis Admission sion Require Requirements ments

• 1 credit in Algebra 1
• 1 credit in 2nd Language
• French, Latin, or Spanish
• 4 Teacher Recommendations
• 1 Counselor Recommendation
• Good discipline and attendance
• 7th & 8th Grade Honor Roll

Applica Application Proces tion Process

• Phase 1 – Application Review
• Phase 2 – Applicant Test/Writing

Sample in March 8:00-11:00

• Phase 3 – Final Selection

Phase 1 Phase 1- Applica Application Review tion Review

• Student Application deadline: Jan. 31, 2019
• Counselor/Director Application deadline: Feb.15th
• Common Application – download from NPS site-

Go to Our District Tab– look for Specialty Programs

• Students must rank their choices
• Application Evaluation:
• Grades/Test Scores/Attendance/Discipline
• Recommendations
• Counselor, English, Math, Science, &

Foreign Language Teacher

• Student Questionnaire

Pha Phase 2 se 2- Applica Applicant I nt Intervie nterview

• Qualified applicants will test on March

23rd– 8:00-11:00 am

• Writing Sample
• Diagnostic test: reading & math skills
• Check in by 7:45

Preparing for test and writing sample

Diagnostic Test- 40 minutes:

• Multiple-choice questions on reading comprehension &

mathematics Writing Sample20 minutes :

• Read the prompt carefully and answer it fully with

examples/details.

• Check/edit your work
• Contact Ms. Gardner if accommodations are required

Pha Phase 3 se 3- Final Selectio Final Selection

• Coordinator evaluates complete

application, test, & writing sample

• Final selections will be mailed by the

district the week of April 23rd

• 60 applicants will be invited to

participate in the program

• Transportation is provided
• Orientation for program is in June

9th

th Grade

Grade Cours Course Selections e Selections

• NPS Pre-IB English
• NPS Pre-IB Latin II, Spanish II, French II
• NPS Pre-IB AP Government
• NPS Pre-IB Biology/Physics
• NPS Pre-IB Geometry/Algebra II
• PE/Elective
• Freshmen Seminar and Elective Choice

Elec Elective tive Choice Choices

• Creative Writing/Journalism
• Music/Art
• Career & Technical Education
• Engineering
• ROTC
• Foreign Language

Fres Freshmen S hmen Seminar eminar

• Team building
• Homework questions
• Group work
• Make-up Work
• An extra elective may be selected

upon request.

10 10th

th Grade

Grade Courses Courses

• NPS Pre-IB/AP English Language
• NPS Pre-IB French/Spanish III/ Latin III/IV
• AP European History
• NPS Pre-IB Chemistry
• NPS Pre-IB Alg. II/ NPS Pre-IB Analysis
• 10th grade PE choice
• Elective
• Personal Finance & Economics

Granby’s IB Highlights

Our students…

• Earn the IB Diploma– (2018-76%)
• Have scored in the top 1% of IB students world wide
• Receive millions of dollars in scholarships each year
• Receive credits/advance standing in college
• Have GPA’s as high as 5.0
• Have been a Presidential Scholar, National Merit

Finalists/Winners, Jefferson Scholar and others

• 100% of IB students graduate on time
• 100% of IB students go into college or

the service

• 100% of IB students feel more prepared

for life after high school

The The Facts Facts

Why IB Why IB?

• Academic Depth and Breadth
• International-mindedness
• University recognition/credit & preparation
• Cultivation of independent learners with

critical thinking, writing, and speaking skills

• Smaller learning community
• Connections – with people and subjects

Tours and Talk Tours and Talk

• Private School Q & A
• Student Q & A table
• Tours

What are people saying about the Diploma Programme?

“…It not only gives children an international perspective to their education, but also focuses

• n how to be a learner. I am not just delivering

them facts but how they will best learn what they want to know…”

• Sarah Pepper ISD Principal, Ireland.

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“...I have absolutely no doubt that the IB is better than the national curriculum. The breadth of subjects allows students to be much better prepared for life beyond school...”

• Paul Coates, CAS coordinator and

House Master, Sidcot International School, UK.

“...Skills I learned through IB will continue to put me in good stead for the rest of my life. IB gave me the peace of mind and confidence in my abilities. University is still a lot of work, but I know no matter how high the bar is set, I will be able to make the jump...”

• Lindsey Fielding Croft, former student at Park View Education Centre,

Canada.