1. International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program Application Process
Shady Grove Elementary
October 5, 2017

2. Application Distribution
Students pick up application packets from Mrs. Askins. Students sign distribution list. Completed Student Information forms due to Mrs. Askins by November 1, 2017.

3. Application Components
Student Information Form
NWEA Scores
Grades
Teacher Recommendations
Writing Sample

4. Test Scores NWEA scores in Reading and Math: Total Math Total Reading
Spring and Fall test scores are reported and the highest score is used.

5. Grade Review
4th grade report card
5th grade 1st quarter report card

6. Teacher Recommendations
Mrs. Askins will distribute recommendation forms to teachers based on information provided on the Student Information Form.
Recommendation #1 from a 4th or 5th grade teacher that teaches Language Arts, Science, Math or Social Studies.
Recommendation # 2 Can come from any 4th or 5th grade teacher.

7. Writing Prompt Administration
County –wide date: November 9, 2017
90 minute administration
Students choose one of two writing prompts.
Final draft on Writing Prompt Answer page.

8. Process Timeline 11.1.17 Student Information Sheet due
Writing prompt administered
Application packets due to IB office
Response letters mailed
2.13/ Guided tours for accepted students

9. Application Review
Each component is assigned a maximum point value. Component scores are tallied for a final score. Final scores are ranked in numerical order. Acceptance is offered to the top 225 scores.

10. Appeal Process
Parent submits a written request to the IB Program Specialist, April Craver, within 10 working days from the date of the letter decision.
Request must include specific concerns directly related to the application components reviewed.
District appeals committee reviews appeal request within 30 working days of the appeals deadline.
Findings of the District committee are submitted to the Director of Secondary Education who then notifies parent within 10 working days of final decision.

11. Questions?