R.E. Mountain Secondary School Diploma Programme R.E. Mountain Secondary School

Contents IB Mission Statement Learner Profile Pre IB and IB Diploma Programmes Diploma Programme curriculum Subjects Curriculum contents Assessment University recognition IB philosophy

Mission Aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. Encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right. 3

Catherine Tu President of Student Council Grade 12 IB Student

Programs At R.E. Mountain Secondary School Mountain Pre-IB Program Formally known as the Honours Program Grades 9 &10 Diploma Program Grades 11 and 12 IB Fees are Mandatory in Gr. 11 and 12 Course (Certificate) Program Partial IB Program Grades 11 and 12 .

IB Fees Diploma Students Total Fees to student for a two year program = $800.00 Gr. 11 - $400 per year, payable upon acceptance into the program Gr. 12 - $400 per year, payable during course selection in March Mountain subsidizes additional cost for each student IB Program Costs $3000.00 more per student then a Non- IB student

Course (Certificate) Students IB Fees Course (Certificate) Students $200.00 for the first Course $130.00 per course thereafter Example: If taking one course for $200.00 Gr. 11 $100.00 payable upon acceptance into the program Gr. 12 $100.00 payable during course selection in March

Certificate: 1 course = $200.00, each additional course = $130.00 Program Fees Grid Full Program: $800.00 Certificate: 1 course = $200.00, each additional course = $130.00

Entry into Pre-IB at Grade 9 80 Full time Spots A/B Average on most recent report card Grade 8 Teacher Recommendation Grade 9 Pre- IB Online Application Form Pre-IB 9 Placement Test Completion of Gr. 9 Math prior to entry into gr. 9 at Mountain. ( Summer School)

OR email Alice Tollefsen at: Pre- IB 9 Test Dates Register and attend for ONE of the following exam dates: Wed. April 1st, 9am at Yorkson. 2. Thurs. April 2nd , 3:30pm at Mountain To register, please go the R.E. Mountain website at: http://www.remountainsecondaryschool.com OR email Alice Tollefsen at: atollefsen@sd35.bc.ca

R.E. Mountain Pre-IB Program Flow Chart   The grade 8 column identifies courses that must be complete to enter the Pre-IB 9 Program. English English 8 Pre- IB English 9 Pre- IB English 10 Math Math 8 & 9 Pre- IB Math 10 Pre- IB Pre - Calculus 11 Social Studies Social Studies 8 Pre- IB Socials 9 & 10 Pre- IB Socials 11 Science Science 8 Pre- IB Science 9 Science 10 Honours French French 8 Pre- IB French 9 Pre- IB French 10 Mandarin Pre- IB Mandarin 9 Pre- IB Mandarin 10

Entry into Pre-IB at Grade 10 80 Full time Spots A/B Average on most recent report card Grade 9 Teacher Recommendation Grade 10 Pre- IB Application Form (for regular grade 9 students only) Current Pre-IB students do not reapply Completion of Gr. 10 Math prior to entry into gr. 10 at Mountain. ( Summer School) Completion of Gr. 10 Social Studies prior to entry into gr. 10 at Mountain. (Summer School)

Designed for students aged 16 to 19 (Grades 11 – 12 at Mountain) Programs: What makes the Diploma Program special? A rigorous two year pre-university course that leads to examinations. Designed for students aged 16 to 19 (Grades 11 – 12 at Mountain) Rigorous and relevant curriculum The diploma is well recognized by the world’s leading universities

IB Diploma Program Curriculum Framework The Curriculum contains six subject groups together with the Core. Three subjects are studied at higher level. Three subjects are studied at standard level. All three parts of the core: extended essay, theory of knowledge creativity, action, service are compulsory and are central to the philosophy of the Diploma Program.

R.E. Mountain IB Program Flow Chart   Mandatory to Choose One Optional Choose One or replace with one group 3 or 4 All are Mandatory Group 1 English A: Literature HL English A: Literature SL English A: Language and Literature SL Group 2 French B SL French B HL Mandarin HL Mandarin SL School Supported Language SL Group 3 History of Europe HL History of Europe SL Geography HL Geography SL Psychology HL Psychology SL Group 4 Biology HL Biology SL Chemistry HL Chemistry SL Physics SL Physics HL Group 5 Math HL Math SL Group 6 Visual Arts HL Visual Arts SL Core Theory of Knowledge Extended Essay CAS

Entry into Pre-IB at Grade 11 60 Full Time Spots Multiple Part Time Spots A/B Average on most recent report card/excellent work ethic Grade 10 teacher Recommendation Grade 11 IB Application Form Completion of Gr. 11 Pre-Calculus prior to entry into gr. 11 at Mountain. ( Summer School) Completion of Gr. 11 Social Studies prior to entry into gr. 11 at Mountain. (Summer School) OR IB Geography or IB History can be taken in lieu of SS 11 in IB Diploma Program.

Sciences at University? University Science Programs Require: Chemistry and Physics 11 Pre-Calculus 12 2 Science 12’s (Bi. 12, Ch. 12, Ph. 12) In IB a student can take a Max. of 2 Sciences Sciences/Engineering: IB Ph. 11/12 SL + IB Ch. 11/12 SL or HL Sciences: Most students want Bi. 11/12 + Ch. 11/12 SL or HL THEN: Physics 11 must be taken online OR at Summer School

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? There are three core requirements The Extended Essay 4,000 words Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest Familiarises students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) Encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service Education outside the classroom Development of the learner profile

Contents: What does the Diploma Programme curriculum contain? Theory Of Knowledge Interdisciplinary Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

Professional development Programme: What is the Diploma Programme? The IB programme each contain four core elements Diploma Ages 16 - 19 Curriculum Student assessment Professional development School evaluation The IB Diploma Programme is designed as an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students, normally aged 16 – 19, for success at university and life beyond

Services: What is special about IB assessment Services: What is special about IB assessment? IB assessment is rigorous, criterion related, consistent and differentiating of student ability. Diploma Programme assessment includes both final examinations and internal assessment undertaken by the teacher to IB criteria and then externally moderated by the IB. All 4,000 examiners are ‘quality checked’ through a process of moderation. The IB undertakes random inspections of schools during exams. Results published on: July 5th for May Exams

The diploma is graded over 45 points giving ample scope to differentiate student ability Marks awarded for each course range from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest). Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points. 4. The overall diploma pass rate is broadly consistent year on year 5. Diploma Programme assessment – principles and practice – available on www.ibo.org IB Assessment

UBC Grade Conversion Scale The grade conversion scale that will be used to determine admission based on official IB results is as follows: IB Grade % Equivalent 7 96 6 90 5 86 4 76 3 70

University recognition: How well is the diploma recognized by universities? The IB diploma is widely recognized by the world’s leading universities.   The IB works closely with universities in all regions of the world to gain recognition for the IB diploma: Direct online access for university admissions officers and government officials to syllabuses and recent examination papers A database of university admission policies on www.ibo.org Recognition in over 100 countries Recognition by over 2,000 universities Some universities offer scholarships and advanced placement for IB students Students applying to a particular university can access their grades directly from the IB’s secure web site.

What is the IB Philosophy? “Through high quality education we create a better world.” Idealistic, peace promoting Culturally aware Quality, standards University recognition & challenge “International and Baccalaureate complementing opposites that make the IB.”

For further information visit http://www.ibo.org.