Washington-Lee High School A Tradition of Academic Excellence

Agenda  Welcome  Power point  Panel discussion  Question and Answer session  Quiz!

Washington-Lee High School An IB World School Since 1996  Authorized in 1996  One of 2,100 DP schools in 139 countries  Member of Mid- Atlantic IB World Schools (IB-MA)

IB Diploma Class of 2009

Results for  85% diploma pass rate in 2010 (44 of 52)  4.70 Average grade obtained by candidates who passed the diploma  30 Average points obtained by candidates who passed the diploma  319 students took 696 exams in 30 subject areas  73% students tested scored a 4 or better

Profile for  44 diploma seniors (12th)  67 anticipated juniors (11th)  479 students enrolled in one or more IB classes (55% of juniors and seniors)  270 W-L pre-IB students (9th & 10th)  39 faculty  30 course offerings

What is so special about IB?  World-wide recognition  The curriculum and pedagogy of IB programs focus on international perspectives of learning and teaching, while insisting that students fully explore their home culture and language  School support, authorization and program evaluation  Professional development for teachers  Students are assessed both internally and externally in ways that measure individual performance against stated objectives for each subject

The Diploma Program goals provide students with:  A broad and balanced, yet academically demanding, program of study  The development of critical-thinking and reflective skills  The development of research skills  The development of independent learning skills  The development of intercultural understanding  A globally recognized university entrance qualification

at W-L One of the top 25 IB schools in the U.S. -Newsweek #2 IB school in Virginia -Newsweek Costa Rica Exchange Program 30 subject offerings Bilingual Diploma

Options for Students Interested in IB Option 1: Full Diploma

 A two-year course of study  Starts in the Junior year  Focuses on international mindedness mindedness  Core requirements  Application process

Course Offerings  Group 1: Language A1 English HL English HL  Group 2: Second Language Spanish A2 HL (Fluent Speakers) Spanish A2 HL (Fluent Speakers) Spanish B HL and SL Spanish B HL and SL French H HL and SL French H HL and SL Latin HL and SL Latin HL and SL

Course Offerings Group 3: Individuals and Societies History of the Americas/Topics of 20 th Century HL and SL History of the Americas/Topics of 20 th Century HL and SL Psychology HL and SL Psychology HL and SL Philosophy SL Philosophy SL Economics SL Economics SL Geography SL Geography SL Social and Cultural Anthropology SL Social and Cultural Anthropology SL Information Technology in a Global Society SL Information Technology in a Global Society SL Business and Management SL Business and Management SL

Course Offerings Group 4: Experimental Sciences Biology HL Biology HL Chemistry HL Chemistry HL Physics SL Physics SL Environmental Systems SL Environmental Systems SL Design Technology SL Design Technology SL Group 5: Mathematics Mathematics SL Mathematics SL Math Studies SL Math Studies SL Computer Science HL Computer Science HL

Course Offerings Group 6: The Arts Theater HL and SL Theater HL and SL Visual Arts HL and SL Visual Arts HL and SL Music SL Music SL **Course availability subject to change

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

Extended Essay (EE)   4,000 words   Offers the opportunity to investigate a research question of individual interest   Familiarizes students with the independent research and writing skills expected at university

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)   Interdisciplinary   Explores the nature of knowledge across disciplines   Encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

Option 2: IB Certificate

IB Certificate  A student must: Meet minimum course prerequisites. Meet minimum course prerequisites. Take one or more IB courses out of the six groups of study as part of their high school program. Take one or more IB courses out of the six groups of study as part of their high school program. Complete internal and external assessments. Complete internal and external assessments.

How to Prepare for IB

W-L Pre-IB Course of Studies  Intensified English 9  Intensified World History or AP World History  Spanish or French 3 or Latin 2  Intensified Biology  Geometry or Algebra 2, Intensified  P.E./Health 1  Elective  Intensified English 10  AP Government for 10 th graders*  Spanish or French 4 of Latin 3  Intensified Chemistry  Algebra 2, Intensified or higher  P.E./Health 2  Elective

Prerequisites for W-L Pre-IB  Prerequisites for W-L Pre-IB include the following: Algebra I – current enrollment in Algebra I or greater in grade 8. Algebra I – current enrollment in Algebra I or greater in grade 8. Spanish II, French II, or Latin I – current enrollment in grade 8. Spanish II, French II, or Latin I – current enrollment in grade 8. Strong grades (A’s and B’s) in all subjects Strong grades (A’s and B’s) in all subjects

Selection Process & Lottery

Application Deadline – January 21, 2011 (4PM)  At least one parent or guardian must attend two high school information sessions. A transfer application must be signed by the principal at the end of each meeting.  All applications are due to the IB office by 4 PM on January 21 st.  Bus transportation is provided for IB transfers that live at least 1.5 miles away.  Transfers that do not pursue the full diploma must take three IB courses Junior and Senior year.

High School Information Sessions School Tue, Nov. 9, 2010 Thu, Dec. 9, 2010 Thu, Jan. 13, 2011 Wakefield High 10 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Washington-Lee High 8:30 a.m. 10 a.m. Yorktown High 8:30 a.m. H-B Woodlawn (High School Program) 3 p.m.

Distinguished Panel Alexander Berlin Andrew Elliott Elizabeth Englund Shahenda Helmy Gretchen Schroeder Matthew Przydzial – Teacher/Mentor/Coach Renee Gorsky – Parent