Welcome Parents and Students International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Candidates January 24, 2019

Experiencing the IB Diploma Program

Introduction Ms. Karen Mayer-Sebastian Student representatives kmayersebastian@nafcs.k12.in.us (812) 542-8504 ext. 3550 Student representatives

Handouts IB Learner Profile The International Baccalaureate Programme at Floyd Central High School The Basics and the Requirements IB Course Offerings at FCHS What does a student need? 10 Reasons Why the IB Diploma Programme is Ideal Preparation for University

Why IB at FCHS?

Floyd Central’s Increasing Rigor In Academics 2002 4—AP Courses 0—Dual Credit Courses 91.56%—Graduation Rate 101—Academic Honors 100—Core 40 111—Standard Diplomas 2018 18—AP Courses 24—Dual Credit Courses 12—IB Courses 97% —Graduation Rate 153—Academic Honors 125—Core 40 26—Technical Honors IB - 6 91—Standard Diplomas

IB Students at College In a 2012 study of diverse alumni from IB Programmes in Chicago public schools, researchers from the University of Chicago found that, compared to a matched sample, Diploma Programme students are more likely to Enroll in college Attend a more selective college Stay enrolled in college

IB Students at College The average acceptance rate of IB students into university/college is 22% higher than the average acceptance rate of the total population. The acceptance rate of IB students into Ivy League institutions (Princeton, Yale, Brown, Harvard, etc.) is between 3% and 13% higher compared to the total population rate. A 2011 study of IB students found that IB students graduated from college at higher rates (81% to 57%)

FCHS IB Students at College Attending or been accepted to the following: University of Glasgow (Scotland) Northwestern University Ball State University University of Louisville University of Cincinnati Miami University (Honors) Clemson (Calhoun Honors College) Stanford University Purdue University IUPUI Rice University Centre College Washington University St Louis University of Alabama Oxford University Princeton University Indiana University (Hutton Honors College) Loyola University Vermont University University of Michigan

What is the curriculum?

IB Curriculum Allows students to demonstrate what they have learned instead of simply what they know Creates the IB learner profile in all students Characteristics of the IB Learner Profile Inquirers Knowledgeable Thinkers Communicators Principled Open-minded Caring Risk- takers Balanced Reflective

IB Curriculum Students study six courses at higher level or standard level See Handout Students must choose one subject from each of the groups 1-5 Language A1 World Language Individual and societies (humanities / socials studies) Experimental sciences Mathematics and computer sciences The sixth subject may be an arts subject or another subject from groups 1-5 Of the six subjects: Three subjects for High Level (HL) Two-year course of study a minimum of 240 hours Three subjects for Standard Level (SL) Single-year course of study a minimum of 150 hours  

Course Offerings Decisions Book or hand out

IB Curriculum In addition to the IB courses, a candidate must complete the following: Complete External Exams and Internal Assessments for all courses Theory of Knowledge class Creativity / Activity / Service (CAS) Extended Essay

Theory of Knowledge Theory of Knowledge class Instructor: Mrs. Mayer-Sebastian Runs all four semesters of the programme (There is pull-out time scheduled in for other IB requirements.) Connects all six areas thematically Creates the IB learner (see Handout) Focuses on: What I know How do I know it Defend what I know

Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) Creativity / Activity / Service (CAS) CAS advisors: Mr. Brogan Requirements Approximately 150 hours 50 hours creativity 50 hours of activity 50 hours of community service One major project Combine two of the above areas Reflective journal Timeline August 1st junior year / February 1st senior year CAS Presentation in April ?

Extended Essay Independent research on a focus topic from the list of approved Diploma Programme subjects Maximum 4,000 words Extended essay advisor Mr. Romig Limited feedback from advisor Assessment Externally assessed and in combination with the grade for the Theory of Knowledge course Contributes up to “3”points Timeline Begin fall junior year- completed fall senior year A work session will be available between the junior and senior year

IB Assessments External Exams High Level (HL) courses Given during senior year 6 exams or more (several classes have two or three)—approximately 90 minutes each (times vary for each exam) Receive results in July Recognition dinner High Level (HL) courses Requires Internal Assessments Standard Level (SL) courses

IB Grading System All courses are scored on a 1-7 scale Based on the external exam 4 is normal score No grade “1” in any HL or SL subject No more than three grades “3” or below HL courses must add up to at least 12. 24 points needed to earn a diploma May earn “3” additional points from TOK / Extended essay May not fail either portion of this and receive the diploma. Max points:45

Cost of the IB Programme Student application fee $168 one time fee per testing year Diploma Candidates are paid for by district Course fee $116 per IB subject (district supplements to make cost comparable to AP tests District pays for English, Sciences and Math Only for IBD Candidates Free / reduced lunch Payment is reduced

Common Questions Will IB and AP classes be combined? Will my student take both the AP and IB external exams? If I do not complete the CAS or Extended essay, will I earn an Academic Honors Diploma? Will the IB diploma translate into dual credits? Can I take summer school courses to reduce the number of required high school credits that I need to take during the school year to graduate?

Class of 2015 (first one) Indiana University: 44 credits Ball State: 40 credits

Class of 2016 IU: 48 credits IU: 47 credits Centre: 11 credits University of Alabama: 42 credits

Class of 2017 IU: 36 credits IU: 51 credits Miami of Ohio: 36 credits University of Virginia: 24 credits

Class of 2018 Alabama: 34 credits IU: 32 credits IU: 49 credits IU (Kelley School of Business): 80 credits IUPUI: 64 credits Purdue: 59 credits

More Information International Baccalaureate Organization http://www.ibo.org/ International Baccalaureate Americas http://www.ibo.org/iba/

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