1. International Baccalaureate Information Night
Dr. John Falino
IB Head of School
Ms. Candace Reim
IB Administrator
Ms. Marion Halberg
IB Coordinator

2. IB Information Night Session Outcomes
To gain a better understanding of the IB Diploma Program.
To learn more about the IB philosophy and how it is a embedded throughout DFHS.
To understand what IB Courses are offered and how they are supported for all students.
To understand the “logistics” of the program in preparation for grade 11.

3. Why an IB Education? Supports the vision and mission of the district.
Supports the development of 21st century skills.
Prepares students for college, the workforce, and beyond.
Prepares students for an ever-changing global market.

4. The “Big Ideas” of the IB Diploma Program
Directly aligned to the IB Middle Years Program (MYP)
2-Year Program beginning in grade 11.
All students take both IB English and IB Math through participation in courses appropriate to student levels and readiness. Co-taught classes support students as needed.
Students may take additional IB courses or pursue the full IB Diploma.
IB courses fall within 6 academic “Groups.” Standard Level (SL) & Higher Level (HL)

5. IB for All #DFHS2018

6. The IB Middle Years Program (MYP)
All students at DFHS are IB students.
DFHS was authorized as an MYP school in 2016.
The MYP Learning Standards are directly aligned to the IB DP Learning Standards.
All students complete an MYP Personal Project in grade 10.

7. IB Diploma Program Overview
Group 1: English HL, English SL
Group 2: Spanish/French/Italian SL, Spanish Ab Initio
Group 3: History of the Americas and th Century Topics HL
Group 4: Biology SL, Chemistry SL,
Physics SL
Group 5: Math Studies SL, Math SL, Math HL
Group 6: Film HL, Art HL, Music SL or HL

8. Connecting the MYP with the DP
“Big Ideas”
Provides students with:
Scope (“A holistic view”)
Depth
Academic skills
Leadership
Confidence
A Global Perspective
“The tools” for success in college and beyond:
Critical thinking
“Don’t accept facts”
“Interpreter rather than
a recipient”
Service opportunities
Research skills
Self-direction

9. Experience the Diploma Program
Varied Assessments (“Multiple Measures”)
In addition to an IB exam at the end of the course, students demonstrate understanding through:
Authentic Research
Projects & Portfolios
Written Assessments
Oral Commentaries
Internal/External Assessments
English SL/HL (Example):
Literature Essay (External—Junior Year)
Oral Presentations and Commentary

10. Experience the Diploma Program
Varied Assessments (Example of “Multiple Measures”)
English SL or HL
IB Written Assignment: words (External—Junior Year)
Oral Presentations and Commentaries (Internally assessed & externally moderated—Junior and Senior Years)
Final Papers: Comparative Essay & Commentary on an excerpt or a poem

12. DFHS Mission: “IB For All” Increased Student Participation &
IB Program at DFHS ( )
DFHS Mission: “IB For All”
Increased Student Participation
&
Increased Student Performance

13. Student Participation
IB Program at DFHS ( )
Student Participation
Continued increase in overall student participation and enrollment in TOK.
All students enrolled in at least two IB courses and most enroll in at least three.
In 2017, we had 432 subject entries!

14. IB Program at DFHS Projected Diplomas Class of 2015
Diploma Candidates: 31
Class of 2016
Diploma Candidates: 26
Class of 2017
Diploma Candidates: 30
Class of 2018
Diploma Candidates: 22

15. The IB DP & Science Research
Erica Curran, Science Research Coordinator
Science Research is a 3-year program (grades 10-12)
Complements the IB DP by focusing on:
Problem solving and Inquiry
Critical thinking and Analysis
Initiative and Self Direction
Communication
Curriculum planned in tandem with the IB DP requirements
Extended Essay

16. IB Diploma Program: “Nuts and Bolts”
Preparing for Grade 11

17. IB Diploma Program: “Nuts and Bolts”
Students can pursue full Diploma OR take individual IB DP courses. All students take IB English and IB Math.
Choosing Classes:
Consider strengths, interests, and goals
Teacher Recommendations
Consult with guidance counselor
Open Enrollment
We offer Standard level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) IB courses (parallel scheduling) (p. 10)

18. IB Diploma Program Overview
To receive the full IB Diploma, students must:
Refer to pages 7-8 of the IB Handbook
Take one course from each group
3-4 HL courses
2-3 SL courses
Earn a minimum of total points on exams
Complete Extended Essay, TOK, and CAS requirements

19. The IB Learner Profile in Action: Science
“What does the “best” program look like in each subject area?”
Changes across the DFHS Academic Program
IB DP and IB MYP
Math (IB Math HL, two-year IB DP courses, honors and non-Regents pathways)
English (IB English SL, honors pathways)
Social Studies (AP World History, honors pathways, increased electives)
Language B (IB Spanish Ab Initio)
Arts (Music HL, increased enrollment in IB Film and IB Art)
MYP Personal Project, AP Computer Science, TOK for all, Science Research
Current program in Science

20. Science Progression Current 10th graders
Flexibility in grades 11 & 12. Include:
IB Chemistry SL or IB Physics SL (coming out of Chemistry 10)
Physics (Regents or NR) (coming out of Chemistry 10)
Chemistry (Regents or NR) (coming out of LE 10)
IB Biology SL or IB Chemistry SL (grade 12)
Nature of Science (grade 12)
Nature of Science
Lab Science for seniors
DFHS will pilot course for two years before moving to an IB SL course
“Real world” flexible science curriculum that is accessible to all students

21. Current 9thth graders in Earth Science
Science Progression
Current 9thth graders in Earth Science
Living Environment in Grade 10
Flexibility in grades 11 & 12. Include:
IB Chemistry SL
Chemistry (Regents or NR)
Physics (Regents or NR)
Nature of Science
Lab Science for seniors
DFHS will pilot course for two years before moving to an IB SL course
“Real world” flexible science curriculum that is accessible to all students

22. Current 9thth graders in Living Environment
Science Progression
Current 9thth graders in Living Environment
Physics in grade 10: Non-Regents, Regents, or Honors
Flexibility in grades 11 & 12. Include:
IB Chemistry SL
Chemistry (Regents or NR)
IB Chemistry (grade 12) or IB Biology (grade 12)
Nature of Science
Lab Science for seniors
DFHS will pilot course for two years before moving to an IB SL course
“Real world” flexible science curriculum that is accessible to all students

23. Next Steps Refer to the IB Handbook.
Ask questions! Speak with the following people:
Dr. Falino, Principal
Ms. Halberg, IB Coordinator
Your child’s counselor
Your child’s teachers
All students will be counseled individually by the guidance department in March.

24. Next Steps Check for Updates DFHS Website (Academics Tab)
HS Facebook Page
Principal’s Blog (johnfalino.com)
Twitter
@johnfalino1
@careim2
@MegHalberg