The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Board of Education October 6, 2011
How We Began… • BOE Goal 2008-09 To support and strengthen higher level course work available to all students and explore programs of rigor such as International Baccalaureate • IB Committee formed in 2008 • BOE Presentation - February 2010
IB Application Process • October, 2010 – Submitted Application Part A • March, 2011 – IB consultant visit • April, 2011 – Submitted Application Part B • August, 2011 – Training of faculty to begin program completed • September, 2011 – 19 course outlines written and submitted • October, 2011 – Scheduled Authorization Site Visit • November, 2011 – IB Decision regarding Hauppauge acceptance
What Is the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program? A two-year program for students beginning in grade 11 who elect to • pursue this comprehensive credential A six-discipline integrated program that requires students to apply • learned skills IB program includes: Extended Essay , Theory of Knowledge, and • Creativity, Action, & Service Allows each student to design a program of study based on his/her • strengths Develops skills in all content areas •
Core Curriculum (English) (Social Studies, (LOTE) Business) (Mathematics) (Science) (Music, Theater, Visual Arts, Film)
Theory of Knowledge (TOK) • TOK is a course which connects all areas of the IB curriculum model • The course centers around the philosophy of learning • Students learn how to question what they know in all areas of knowledge (scientific, artistic, mathematical and historical) • The course promotes critical thinking and provides students with an awareness of themselves as thinkers
Extended Essay • In-depth independent research on a focused topic of student’s choice • Teaches students how to find, read, evaluate and write about research • Engages in all stages of the writing process: drafting, revising, editing, and final product (4000 words) • Prepares students for undergraduate writing across curriculum areas • Student works with mentor teacher during two year period
Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) • A program that balances the academic requirements with extra-curricular experiences • Encourages personal development in a variety of areas • Can be through the arts, sports, or community service • Develops self-awareness, empathy, and responsibility • Promotes capacity to work effectively with others
IB Student Assessments • Uses multiple forms of assessments – Internal assessments are teacher- developed and scored throughout the course of study – External assessments are IB developed and scored; normally at end of course of study • Enables and encourages student choice in performance-based assessments
The Diploma Program • Three Higher Level (HL) Courses • Three Standard Level (SL) Courses • Theory of Knowledge – Course that connects all areas of the IB curriculum model – Focuses on critical thinking and application of knowledge • Extended Essay – In-depth independent research on a focused topic of student’s choice; 4000 word essay completed during a 2 year period • Creativity, Action, Service – Encourages personal development in a variety of areas such as the arts, sports, or community service
Earning the Diploma • Each subject is graded on a point scale of 1 through 7 • An additional 3 points can be earned through TOK/Extended Essay • 45 maximum available points; 24 points are required to obtain an IB Diploma • Emphasizes achievement in a program of study over individual subject achievement
Earning a Certificate • Each subject is graded on a scale of 1 through 7 • Adds to rigor of student transcript • Allows options in theater, business and film not currently afforded through AP
College Recognition • The IB program is widely recognized by colleges and universities • Colleges and universities have individual policies regarding credit for IB and other courses
Why Offer the IB Program at Hauppauge? • Provides students an academic option designed to challenge themselves with a rigorous course of study • Offers a comprehensive and integrated program • Enhances college readiness • Allows students to choose a program of study based upon personal strengths/interests
Anticipated IB Course Offerings at Hauppauge High School for 2012 ‐ 13 English Science Language A: Biology SL and HL Language and Literature HL Physics SL and HL Chemistry SL Social Studies Mathematics History of the Americas HL Mathematical Studies SL Business and Management SL Mathematics SL and HL LOTE Fine Arts French SL and HL Music SL and HL German SL and HL Theatre SL and HL Spanish SL and HL Visual Arts SL and HL Film SL and HL
Program Options for High School Students • Advanced Placement courses • International Baccalaureate courses/diploma • College Courses through: CW Post - SUNY Farmingdale – Syracuse University - SUNY Albany – • Honors courses in all academics, music & art • Regents courses • Electives in academics, business, art, music, theater, dance & technology • Academic Intervention Services • Resource Room • Integrated Programs • Non-Integrated Programs • Life Skills Program • PASS Program • (BOCES) Career & Technical Education
How Will Students/Parents Understand IB as an Option? • Student information sessions – fall of sophomore year • Students will be advised by counselors and the IB Coordinator when planning schedules • Parent information sessions will develop awareness of program to support students in self-select process • All students will have the option to enroll in the full IB Diploma Program or take individual IB courses
IB Costs to Date • Training $ 50,446 • Materials 4,450 • Curriculum Writing 26,460 • IB Fees – Yr. 1 9,500 Yr. 2 9,500 Total Cost 2008-Present $100,356
Training $50,446 • Includes all expenses – Registration/travel/lodging/food/substitutes (when necessary) • Utilized Title II funding that MUST be used for professional development • 36 faculty members trained • Ongoing access to Online Curriculum Center • Ongoing consultant support • Promotes higher-order thinking beyond IB classrooms • Any certified teacher may serve as an IB leave replacement
Materials $4,450 • Within existing budget • Curriculum guides and teaching materials for all IB teachers in all subject areas • Student materials – Resources – Assessment Exemplars
Curriculum Writing $26,460 • Course outlines completed by Hauppauge teachers for all IB subjects • Cost within approved overall curriculum writing budget • Positive feedback from IBO
Ongoing District Costs • Annual Fee: $10,000 • Training Anticipate availability of online training sessions (reduces costs) • Classroom Materials • Curriculum revisions • Mailing of exams Goal of electronic submission of assessments replacing traditional mailings within two years
IB Staffing • Coordinator - .4 FTE • Extended Essay Coordinator – Current administrator? Teacher release from duty? Advisors - Transfer SOAR stipends • CAS Coordinator – Transfer Community Service Club Stipend
IB Student Costs • Registration fee: – One-time registration fee of $141 for diploma candidates – Certificate students pay $141 each year IB coursework • Subject test fee: – $96/course
College and AP Costs Colleges • Syracuse Calculus $440 Psychology/Sociology $330 • CW Post College English $390 $30 registration fee • Farmingdale $140 • Albany Science Research $140 Advanced Placement • $87 per exam
College and Career Readiness The three most desired programs to prepare students for the world beyond high school are: Earning College Credits in high school AP Offerings IB Diploma Dr. John B. King, Jr. Commissioner, NYS Department of Education Presentation to NYSCOSS 10/11
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