What is the IB Program?

It is a two-year comprehensive academic program studied in 11th and 12th grade years.

To earn a diploma, students must successfully complete: 6 courses 1 TOK seminar write an extended essay participate in community and

extra curricular activities.

Additional IB information

Originated in Geneva, Switzerland in 1965 Over 1820 IB schools in 124 countries 523 IB schools in the United States

88 Middle years

49 Primary years 37 IB schools in New York State 12 IB schools in

Rochester/Buffalo/Syracuse region

Fairport High School IB Program-2005-06

105 students 18 Full diploma students Offer 14 IB courses

2006 IB exam score average - 5.12 out of 7 2003-06-from 15 IB students to 105

20 Full Diploma graduates

Language B

Language A1

Extended Essay

Theory of Knowledge

Creativity, Action, Service

Individuals

and societies

Mathematics

Arts and Electives

Experimental Sciences

Language A1 - first language, including the study of selections from world literature

Mathematics - Mathematical studies, Mathematics

Language B - second modern language

Individuals and societies - history, geography, ITGS

Experimental Sciences - biology, chemistry, physics, environmental systems, design technology

Arts and Electives - music, theatre, visual arts or choose from group 2,3 or 4

The Middle Pieces

Extended EssayFebruary of Junior year to February of Senior year– 4,000 word original research paper in one of the six

disciplines– mentored by staff member in college level research

The Middle Pieces

Creativity, Action, Service(CAS)– 50 hours in each of the three areas over two years -

students reflect and document their growth

The Middle Pieces

Theory of Knowledge(TOK) - 1 credit required interdisciplinary course; designed to stimulate critical thinking and reflection

upon knowledge gained both inside and outside the classroom;

presentations; 1200-1600 word essay.

IB Requirements for the Diploma

Students must earn a minimum of 24 out of a possible 45 points on the 6 exams (individual exam scale-1-7)

At least three exams (not more than four) are taken at the Higher Level and the others at Standard level

IB students must achieve a passing score in TOK and Extended Essay

Fairport IB Courses

English-HL Foreign Languages-French,

Spanish, German -SL History of Americas-HL Information Technology in a Global Society-SL Biology-HL

Fairport IB Courses

Physics SL Chemistry SL Math Studies-SL/Mathematics SL Visual Arts-SL Theatre Arts-SL/HL Music-SL/HL Theory of Knowledge

IB Registration Process

Pick up registration form from Guidance Office and return to your guidance counselor by December 15th

Attend an IB Orientation Meeting Meet with your Guidance Counselor to plan your

schedule Participate in Spring IB Meetings

A Diploma Exam Sample

Junior Year Visual Arts-SL

Senior Year English-HL History of the Americas-

HL Biology-HL French-SL Math Studies-SL

TOK, Extended Essay, CAS

Advantages of the IB Program

It is designed to educate the whole person It allows students to attain an international

academic standard It provides individual specialization for highly

motivated students

Advantages of the IB Diploma Program The IB Diploma is recognized for university

admission worldwide. It has a global focus with an emphasis on

intercultural understanding. It is accessible to all students. It provides professional development to teachers.

•Application Process

•Site visitation

•Teacher training

• Curriculum review

R

Rigor

Newsweek Challenge Index: School Rankings (Top ten) 7 out of 10 Schools were IB schools.

Jay Matthews : “The IB tests are designed to inspire the very best kind of teaching without all the memorizing and drilling that troubles so many educators.”

Research on the impact of IB programs

Various studies have been conducted on the performance of IB students, the standards of the IB program, the effect of the implementation of the program on a school. Results show that: IB students outperform their peers on state assessments

IB Diploma students have higher acceptance rates to colleges

IB Diploma students perform better in post-secondary education than their peers

IB standards are aligned with best practice in education and support effective teaching practices

IB has a positive impact on the culture of a school

Why be an IB student?

Who should apply for the IB Program?Any student who…

is hard working. enjoys a variety of school subjects. has a curious nature and a desire to learn beyond the

traditional classroom. wants to improve communication, problem solving,

critical and creative thinking skills . is looking for the ultimate challenge.

IB Diploma students perform better in post-secondary education than their peers

Dissertation at Purdue University

Analyzed participation in the IB program as a predictor of college success:

92% of students to hold an IB Diploma earned a Bachelor’s degree and 87% of IB Diploma holders earned their degrees in five years or less.

59% of the students receiving IB Diplomas advanced to graduate school.

Most IB Diploma holders believed their IB experience had a positive impact on their global awareness, understanding of complex assignments, critical thinking and time management skills.

Local Colleges’ Recognition of IB

University of Rochester: “An IB diploma is proof that they are ready to own their education. To this end we have pledged scholarship support to students pursuing the full IB diploma.” (Jonathan Burdick, Dean of Admissions)

UniversityTotal

Population Acceptance

Total IB Candidate

Acceptance

Diploma Candidate

Acceptance

University of Florida 58.0% 88.4% 88.9%

Virginia Polytechnic Institute 66.0% 67.9% 80.2%

James Madison University 58.0% 65.1% 76.9%

University of Virginia 39.0% 55.9% 61.3%

University of California, Los Angeles

24.0% 41.4% 48.5%

University of California, San Diego

41.0% 60.5% 65.6%

University of California, Berkeley

24.0% 45.4% 50.6%

SUNY Binghamton 41.9% 93.3% 100%

George Mason University 66.0% 88.4% 97.5%

NYU 25.5% 50.5% 51.8%

Acceptance rates for IB students tend to be higher than those for the general population. (Source:ibo.org 2003)

Transcript of Grades

BACCALAUREAT INTERNATIONAL BACHILLERATO INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE INTERNACIONAL

1-0478 LeeWatkins Registrar’s Office HAVERFORD COLLEGE 370 lancaster Avenue Haverford, PA 19041-1392 USAThe student below has completed requirements for the international Baccalaureate Diploma or certificate.

Student: Date of birth: School Attended:

Examination Session:SUBJECT LEVEL GRADE

ENGLISH A1 HIGHER 7 FRENCH B HIGHER 5 HIST. AFRICA HIGHER 7 ENVIRON. SYST STANDARD 7 MATH STUDIES STANDARD 7 THEATRE ARTS STANDARD 6

Theory of Knowledge: A Extended Essay:

B

Subject of Extended Essay: ENGLISH A1 Combined Score (Bonus Points): +3

TOTAL DIPLOMA POINTS : 42 DIPLOMA AWARDED

Date: February 1999

A = Excellent B=Good C=Satisfactory D=Mediocre E=Elementary

7 = Excellent 6= Very Good 5=Good 4=Satisfactory 3=Mediocre 2=Poor 1=Very Poor

Joe Wilson

06/06/85

Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School

May 2000

University Recognition

Some U.S. colleges and universities offer credit, placement and preference admissions. To learn more check:

– www.ibo.org– and click on the blue tab marked

“services” at the top of the page.

MYTH #1

IB studentshave no life.

FACT #1

IB students participate as

much if not more than other students in

extracurricular activities.

FACT #2IB students are very active. They perform

community service, join clubs, play sports,

perform in school plays, participate in band and chorus and even hang

out with friends.

FACT #3IB Students have

the added benefit of being in a group of similarly motivated

students who develop a close bond over their

high school year.

For more information

International Baccalaureate Organization

www.ibo.org

IB at Fairport High School

www.fairport.org/fhs

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