1. Cameron International Baccalaureate Studies

2. CHCI Profile Multi-cultural community Over 75 different languages spoken in our students’ homes Offers an incredible variety of clubs, activities and sports—from Model UN to Ballroom Dancing to Football, basketball, volleyball, field hockey and soccer (plus so many more!)

3. Overview Celebrate cultural diversity Curriculum that is flavoured with “internationalism” Connected with today’s global vision Unique program to CHCI in K-W area Transportation is not provided unless you live in our area

4. Program Focus Enriched learning environment: “like- minded students” Differentiated from a regular high school program Flexible pace of learning International perspective Program extension activities beyond the classroom such as field trips, workshops, and conferences

5. IB Diploma Program International educational system based in Geneva, Switzerland Over 2000 participating schools in 150+ countries Common curriculum and university entry credentials that are accepted worldwide Intercultural understanding

6. Program Structure Grades 9 and 10: Baccalaureate Studies program (Pre-IB) – Congregated classes in 5 of 8 courses Grades 11 and 12: Choice of – IB Diploma Program: 6 IB Courses + Core (EE-TOK-CAS) – CIS Honours Certificate Program: 2-5 IB Courses FEE for ALL FOUR YEARS $2450

7. Program Elements 6 Balanced curriculum subjects: – English, Math, Biology, History, Second Language (either French or Spanish), Elective (Visual Arts, Music, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Business) – Theory of Knowledge course (critical thinking) – Extended Essay (writing skills) – Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) Program (extra curricular activities)

8. IB Facts IB students are better prepared and more successful at university IB students enjoy university recognition and acceptance worldwide IB students receive more scholarship opportunities and receive advanced standing at universities

9. Grade 8 Students and Parents Information Night Tuesday November 24, 2015 Cameron Heights Collegiate at 6:45 pm School and program information, school tours, displays, question and answer session

10. CHCI Website http://chc.wrdsb.ca IB Tab – Information for parents and students – For program applications, see the Admissions tab – $50 application fee must accompany application – fee is refundable if student is not accepted to the programme

11. Thank you for your time. We hope to see you at Cameron Heights next year. Any questions?