1. Commack High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
Information Session for Juniors and Seniors and their Parents/Guardians
Monday, September 24, 2018
Eliot Lewin, Director of Literacy and Advanced Studies,

3. IB Overview Core Requirements 3. Exam Registration 4. Benefits of IB
IB Curriculum
Core Requirements
3. Exam Registration
4. Benefits of IB

4. IB Helps Our Students to Become…
Able
to argue
reasonably
Prepared
for college
Astute
problem
solvers
Confident
innovators

5. What is our goal?
As an IB school, this learner profile is embedded into our school culture with the hope that CHS students will possess these attributes for life.

6. IB Curriculum Model

7. IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM: REQUIRED OVER TWO YEARS
SIX TOTAL COURSES:
**Minimum of three Higher Level (HL) Courses
-HL courses cover a greater number of topics within the subject
Two to three Standard Level (SL) Courses
Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course
Extended Essay (EE)
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Students who do not pursue the full Diploma Program may still participate as an IB “Course Candidate” and take one or more IB courses of their choosing.

8. Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
One of the core requirements of the IB Diploma Program (along with ToK and the EE)
Provides an opportunity for students to serve their communities and reflect on WHY they did it: meaningful connections
IB CAS is organized around three strands:
Creativity- exploring and extending ideas leading to an
original or interpretive product or performance
Activity- physical exertion contributing to a healthy
lifestyle
Service- engagement with the community in response to
an authentic need

9. eSchoolview Page for CAS: Commack High School>Academic Programs>Advanced Programs at Commack High School>IB CAS

10. Important CAS Information
When does IB CAS begin and end?
CAS begins: first day of Junior year
CAS Ends: after Marking Period 3 of Senior year
What do I have to do for CAS?
Record one reflection (as a journal
entry) per marking period based on a
CAS experience that you have
participated in.
Submit 10 total pieces of evidence showing proof of participation at the end of the CAS Program. (picture, certificate, etc.)
Participate in a service project that we will address at an assembly later in the school year.

11. Communication Please email me at: medlund@commack.k12.ny.us
Stop by room 202 in the A wing or the World Language
Office
Message me through your ManageBac account
I’m here for you!

12. What is the Extended Essay (EE)?
In-depth research paper that promotes research and
writing skills, intellectual discovery and creativity.
Student chooses topic from a list of 20 subject areas.
Student chooses a mentor based on the topic.
Mentor, EE coordinator and librarians assist student
with finding sources and developing a research
question.
Represents 40 hours of research and writing.
Paper is assessed by IB examiners on a scale of A-E.
Dr. Michael Jeziorski, Extended Essay Coordinator

13. What is Theory of Knowledge (TOK)?

14. IB Exams Begin on May 3, 2019 and end on May 24, 2019.
2019 IB exam schedule is posted under the “IB Exams: tab under “Advanced Programs” on the CHS webpage.
Exams are given for both Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) courses.
At least 3 HL exams must be taken to receive an IB Diploma.
Maximum of two exams can be taken by juniors (SL only).
IB Diploma:
-IB exams are required in all six subject areas.
-IB exams are graded on a 1-7 scale.
-Must achieve 24 points or higher on all six exams.
-3 HL exam scores ≥ 12 points; no single HL score < 3

15. How do I register for IB exams?
Registration forms distributed in classes
(forms also located on “IB exams” tab
under “Advanced Programs” )
$119/exam – check made payable to: “Commack Public Schools”
– to pay by credit/debit card: small
surcharge per exam applies
Submit completed registration form and check (or proof of credit/debit card payment) by October 15th to Ms. Bernstein in the Data Processing Office

16. What are some benefits of IB?
Academic breadth and depth
Encourages critical thinking
You’ll never need to learn time management
Independent learners who feel prepared
Graduates care about more than just results
Universities recognize it – and often give credit for it.
Assesses more than examination techniques
Subjects are not taught in isolation

17. What are colleges saying about IB?

18. IB Students: Our Future

19. Thank you! BOARD OF EDUCATION Mr. Steven Hartman, President
Mr. Jarrett Behar, Vice President
Mrs. Jennifer Carpenter, Trustee
Mr. William Hender, Trustee
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Dr. Donald A. James
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR BUSINESS
Mrs. Laura A. Newman
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, ASSESSMENT AND PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES
Mrs. Amy J. Ryan
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES
Mr. Reza Kolahifar
CURRICULUM ASSOCIATE FOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Ms. Sari Goldberg
CURRICULUM ASSOCIATE FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION
Dr. Michael Inforna
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Mr. Jordan Cox
DIRECTOR OF LITERACY AND ADVANCED STUDIES
Mr. Eliot Lewin
COMMACK HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
Mrs. Leslie H. Boritz, Principal
Mrs. Andrea Allen, Assistant Principal
Mr. Matthew P. Keltos, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Susan Shapiro, Assistant Principal
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