1. Shiloh High School IBDP/IBCP Parent Night
September 15, 2015
Shiloh High School Theatre
6:30 PM

2. Agenda Introductions Why IB – College expectations IB vs. AP Program
IB Programs- IBDP vs. IBCP
IBDP
IBCP
Speakers: Ms. Collins, Dr. Haynes, Ms. Nelson, Ms. Mayo
Gifted Program- Ms. Rogers

3. What do highly competitive colleges say about IB?
“The rigour of IB Diploma requirements meets our recommendation for the strongest high school preparation possible. ... In sum, the IB diploma candidate who has met the challenge successfully receives strong consideration from the William & Mary admission committee.”
Allison Jesse, former Associate Dean of Admissions, William and Mary College
“IB is well known to us as excellent preparation. Success in an IB programme correlates well with success at Harvard. We are pleased to see the credential of the IB Diploma Programme on the transcript.”
Marlyn McGrath Lewis, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Harvard University
“The IB is a first-rate programme, one we are familiar with, and it prepares students well for a university like ours.”
Fred Hargadon, Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Princeton University

4. What do students report about IB and college preparation?
73% said writing skills developed in IB helped
60% said study skills developed in IB helped
47% said IB was harder than college
83% of respondents received advanced placement/credit
23 % received sophomore standing
36% of respondents who took AP tests took them with no preparation other than IB w/ 80% receiving >4 on AP tests
Analysis and Survey Design by Strategic Technology Solutions, Rich La Valley

5. Colleges are looking for more than a 4.0 when admitting students
University of Georgia’s Admissions Office: – “While GPA is the most important factor in the admissions process, rigor of curriculum is a close second. We expect students to take advantage of the most challenging courses offered at their high schools. It is possible that a student with a 4.0 GPA who has avoided the challenging courses offered at their high school may not be admitted while a student with a lower GPA who has attempted the most rigorous courses at their school is offered admission.” Georgia Tech Admissions: – Considers GPA and rigor to be the top factors in determining admission and uses a weighted 4.0 grading scale. Awarding an extra .5 percentage points for each AP, IB, or college course a student has taken

6. What can a student do to earn an edge for college admissions?
Build a good academic record
Hands down, the high-school record is most important element
Show the ability to earning high marks in demanding courses
Pursue competitive courses throughout high school
Colleges/universities expect students to seek out the most challenging curriculum the student can handle and still be successful
Be a serious student
Good grades in demanding courses taken throughout high school can make a vital difference
Do something that demonstrates leadership, creativity and initiative

7. IB vs. AP National standard of excellence AP courses stand alone
International standard of excellence
Comprehensive curriculum of college level work with international focus
Integration among IB disciplines
Teachers are evaluated, monitored and given feedback
National standard of excellence
AP courses stand alone
No feedback to teachers other than test results
IB and AP both encourage academically talented,
highly motivated students

8. IB vs. AP
Exams:
For IBDP: Six exams in six subject areas required
For IBCP: Two exams in two subject areas and Pathway portfolio
Evaluation includes teacher assessment, submitted work and oral exams
Various written and oral exams
Exams selected by student only in area of strength with one level of mastery
Evaluation is only by exam
Exams also emphasize multiple choice

9. IB vs. AP
An IB diploma or certificate may be earned with international recognition Other requirements:
For IBDP - CAS, EE, ToK
For IBCP – ATL, RP, LD, CSL
Exams are marked internationally
School must be authorized
No specific AP diploma
No other requirements
Exams are marked by US educators
Schools are not authorized as AP schools, but are authorized to offer AP courses

10. What AP course does SHS offer?
Language & Composition
Literature & Composition
Calculus BC
Statistics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics I
Environmental Science
Human Geography
World History
US History
American Government
Macroeconomics
German
French
Spanish
Drawing Portfolio
2D Design Portfolio

11. What is the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme?
Recognized as the “gold standard” for educational curriculum world-wide
Founded in 1968, IB Programme now works with 3,696+ schools in 147 countries
A high school diploma option that teaches the integration of knowledge, that expects community service and seeks to instill an academic ethic
Three options at Shiloh HS
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP)
IB Career-related Programme (IBCP)
IB Course Candidate (IBC)

12. IBDP VS IBCP How are they the same?
Both focus on International Mindedness
Both center around the IB Learner Profile
Both contain a college preparatory curriculum
Both have a required CORE
Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-Minded
Caring
Risk-takers
Balanced
Reflective

13. IB Diploma Programme 6 Subject Groups: Core: Language A: Literature
Language Acquisition: French, German, Spanish
Individuals and Societies: History of Americas, Psychology
Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Mathematics: Math Studies, Mathematics
The Arts: Theatre and Music
Core:
Theory of Knowledge (ToK)
Extended Essay (EE)
Creativity, Action, and Service (CAS)

14. What IBDP courses are offered at SHS?
English HL
Spanish SL
French SL
German SL
Chemistry SL
Biology SL
Physics HL
History of the Americas HL
Math SL
Math Studies SL
Music SL
Psychology HL
Theatre HL
Theory of Knowledge

15. IB Career-related Programme
IB Subject Groups: Must take 2 IB courses 11th and 12th grade year
Career-related Pathway: Must earn 3 credits in a Career Pathway
Core:
Approaches to Learning (ATL)
Reflective Project (RP)
Language Development (LD)
Community and Service Learning (CSL)

16. What Pathways are offered at SHS
Video Production
Sports Medicine
Teaching as a Profession
Marketing & Management
Entrepreneurship
Sports and Entertainment Marketing
Fashion Marketing
Hospitality and Tourism
JROTC
Computer Science
Energy
Music Technology

17. IBDP VS IBCP How are they different?
Must study one course in each group (6 Diploma Courses)
Must have at least 3 HL courses
Must complete ToK
Must complete EE
Must complete CAS
Must take at least 2 Diploma courses 11th and 12th grade year
Must complete ATL
Must complete RP
Must complete CSL
Must complete Language Development
Must complete a Pathway

18. What is an IB Course Candidate?
Student may choose to study in an area of strength only
All IB requirements and assessments apply
IB certificate may be earned
Course Candidates may take 1-3 IB HL courses in the following areas: Language Arts, History, Physics, Psychology and Theatre

19. How does IB affect college acceptance rates?

20. More IB acceptance rates…

21. Georgia Acceptance Rates
Georgia Tech accepted 41.05% of freshmen who applied in 2013.
The acceptance rate of IB students at Georgia Tech is 90%
The University of Georgia accepted 53.8% of freshmen who applied in 2013.
The acceptance rate of IB students at UGA is 82%

22. How much does an IB course cost a student?
At this time, the costs for the IB program are part of the GCPS budget for Shiloh High School.

23. Why take the exam?
Taking an AP or IB course and exam sends a powerful message to colleges and universities that a student is ready for them and can enable students to gain admission, college credit and placement into advanced courses.
Exam is optional for AP courses, but not optional for IB courses, because all assessments are built into the course.
College and universities take note of those who took the class and who did not follow through with the exam.

24. How do colleges accept AP exam scores and IB course scores as college credit?
Colleges and universities vary in their polices for awarding credit for AP exam scores and IB course scores.
FOR AP: You can go to the College Board website to get further information on a specific university’s policy.
FOR IB: Check with the university for their specific policy or visit:

25. career-related-programme/
IB Webpages
For more information and other videos, visit the International Baccalaureate Organization website at or
career-related-programme/

26. Questions?
Charles Bowman, IB Assistant Principal/AP Coordinator Kirsten Nelson, IBDP Coordinator Jamilya Mayo, IBCP Coordinator Annette Lowell, IB Clerk

27. Extended Essay Coordinator , Ms. Angelyne Collins

28. THE EXTENDED ESSAY
The extended essay of some 4,000 words offers the opportunity for IB students to investigate a topic of special interest, usually one of the student's six DP subjects, and acquaints them with the independent research and writing skills expected at the university level.

29. THE EXTENDED ESSAY
It is intended to promote high-level research and writing skills, intellectual discovery and creativity - resulting in approximately 40 hours of work.

30. THE EXTENDED ESSAY
It provides students with an opportunity to engage in personal research on a topic of their choice, under the guidance of a supervisor.

31. PREPARING FOR THE EXTENDED ESSAY
Senior and Junior Groups meet in the Media Center on specific days to work on Extended Essay
Seniors will be writing the essay and completing tasks associated with final submission at the end of 1st semester
Juniors will be working on advanced research skills and developing ideas for a research topic during the 1st semester

32. SHS MEDIA CENTER WEBSITE

33. Gifted Education Services
Sharon Rogers- Gifted Coordinator

34. Outline Coordinator’s Role Identification Eligibility Student’s Role
Benefits for the school

35. Gifted Coordinator Coordinate the testing for identified students
Contact other schools to obtain gifted records
Field questions from students, teachers, and parents regarding our program
Inform gifted students of special programs and scholarships
Act as the liaison with the county for the intern program

36. Identification
Parents, students, teachers, counselors, or administrators may recommend potential gifted students.
Parents must sign off on the testing process.
Testing results are placed each student’s permanent record.

37. Eligibility-Two Routes
Mental Ability and Achievement
Any 3 of the 4 Criteria Listed
Psychometric Option
( Must satisfy both criteria below)
Mental Ability Test- Score at least in the 96th percentile
Achievement- Score at least in the 90th percentile
Multiple Criteria Option
Mental Ability Test- Score at least in the 96th percentile
Achievement Test-
90th percentile minimum
Creativity- 90th percentile minimum
Motivation- Prior Grade History : 3.5 Core GPA or a 92 percentile grade average will satisfy this part

38. Testing Most of the testing is computer based
Testing will be done mostly during the day or after school if there is a conflict.
Most tests are minutes.
Portfolio based requirements

39. Student’s Role Be willing to take 3-5 tests
Be responsible in getting information to their parents

40. Parent’s Role Encourage your child to test for gifted services
Contact me as soon as possible so that we may begin the process

41. Benefits
The more students identified as gifted, the more teacher points we are awarded by the county.
More teacher points= more teachers
Lower student-teacher ratio ( Smaller classes for your child!)
Special classes such as Directed Studies (Independent Research Class) or (Gifted Internship)
Special scholarships available for Gifted Students

42. Contact
If you would like your child to be tested for the gifted program, please talk to your child first and then me your child’s name
or call (770)