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The Academy of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme HILLSBORO HIGH SCHOOL
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The Academy of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
HILLSBORO HIGH SCHOOL
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ADMINISTRATION
Dr. J. Terry Shrader, Executive Principal [email protected]
Dr. Kenyae Reese, Academy Principal
Maggie Vossler, Hillsboro Academy Coach [email protected]
Emily Munn, IB District Coach
PROGRAMME SPECIALISTS
Amanda Davoli, IBCC Coordinator [email protected]
Leighton Lancaster, MYP Coordinator
Stephanie Knight, DP Coordinator [email protected]
Holly Zaher, DP Academy Team Leader
Meri Kock, DP Academy Counselor [email protected]
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2013-2014 Academy of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Faculty and Contributors
Sarah Carter, Language and Literature
Raefani Green, Language and Literature [email protected]
Diana Liu, Literature
Stephanie Knight, Spanish [email protected]
Emily Minelli, French and French Ab Initio/ CAS Coordinator
Seth Swihart, History of the Americas [email protected]
Doug Trotter, History of the Americas
Adrian Bahan, AP Human Geography [email protected]
Amanda Davoli, Business and Management
Rodney Thweatt, Psychology [email protected]
Chasity Bagsby, Chemistry [email protected]
Shelli Knechtel, Biology and Environmental Systems and Societies
Shreyas Patel, Sports, Exercise, and Health Science [email protected]
Missy Humphrey, Math Studies
Shelly Wilkinson, Mathematics [email protected]
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Holly Zaher, Theory of Knowledge/Extended Essay Coordinator
Whitney Colley, Music [email protected]
Leighton Lancaster, World Arts and Cultures
Kristin Moon, Theatre [email protected]
Briena Harmening, Visual Arts [email protected]
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Table of Contents Vision and Mission p. 5
IB Learner Profile p. 6
IB Diploma Requirements p. 7
IB Diploma Programme Core-Theory of Knowledge p. 8
IB Diploma Programme Core-Extended Essay p.9
IB Diploma Programme Core-Creativity, Action and Service p.10
How to Plan your IB Years p. 11
Suggested Coursework and Course Offerings p. 12-14
Internal/External Assessments p. 15
Internal Assessment and TOK/CAS/EE Schedule p. 16
May 2014 Testing Schedule p. 17
Costs for 2013-2014 School Year p. 18
Expectations, Rules and Requirements p. 19
Grading, Regulations, and Academic Honesty p. 20
Circumstances: Candidates Will Not Earn the IB Diploma p. 21
Three Essentials to Help Your Child Succeed p. 22
Finding a College and Applying p. 23
University scholarships for IB Diploma Holders p. 24-25
References p. 26
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Vision and Mission The IB Diploma is a rewarding pre-college program, which enhances the mission and vision of Hillsboro High School. The teachers of the Diploma Programme strive to provide a program of the highest quality to their students and to have their students emerge as academically prepared and internationally-minded individuals prepared to impact the world in a positive way.
“We are Hillsboro! Prepare to Excel!”
Hillsboro High School Vision It is our vision to provide students with a safe and caring learning community in which all students graduate with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary to excel in a global environment. Hillsboro High School Mission Our mission is to prepare all students to excel in a global environment. The International Baccalaureate Organization Mission The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end, the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
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IB Learner Profile
Image from IBO
In addition to being self-directed and responsible, students strive to develop the qualities that comprise the IB Learner Profile.
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IB Diploma Requirements For successful eligibility and completion of the IB Diploma programme, candidates must:
- Successfully complete courses in all of the six subject areas.
- Successfully complete the core: o TOK = Theory of Knowledge o CAS = Creativity, Action and Service (Roughly 10 Activities) o EE = Extended Essay
The successful completion of these requirements will provide all students with the skills and knowledge that they need to become successful global citizens.
Extended Essay,
Theory of Knowledge,
Creativity, Action, Service
G1: Language A1
Paper 1 -20%
Paper 2-25%
Written assignment-25%
Internal Assessment--30%
G3: Individuals and Societies
Paper 1-20%
Paper 2-25%
Paper 3-35%
Internal Assessment-20%
G5: Mathematics
and Computer Science
Paper 1-40%
Paper 2-40%
IA-20% G6:
The Arts
External assessments-60-70%
Internal assessments-30-40%
G4: Experimental
Sciences
Paper 1-20%
Paper 2-32-36%
Paper 3-20%
IA-24-28%
G2: Second Language
Paper 1-25%
Paper 2-25%
Written Assignment-20%
Internal Assessment-30%
Image Adapted from IBO
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IB Diploma Programme Core The core (CAS, TOK, and EE) is the heart of the IB Diploma Programme. The components give students unforgettable high school experiences that prepare them for university studies and help them to develop the characteristics that are outlined by the learner profile. Theory of Knowledge This course is intended to stimulate higher-order thinking skills, critical reflection, and personal evaluation of one’s own beliefs and values. The basic question, ‘How does one know?’, is the philosophical backbone of the course’s curriculum. In an effort to answer this question, students explore the following ways of knowing: emotion, reason, perception and language. Students also consider the following areas of knowledge in the course: the arts, natural and human sciences, history, mathematics and ethics. Students engage in directed discussion regarding the nature, purpose, strengths, and limitations of various knowledge systems to reflect on how the aforementioned concepts relate to all of their courses and the outside world. This discussion is intended to yield appreciation for various cultural perspectives. Assessment Students are expected to write an essay of 1200-1600 words that addresses one of the ten stimulus questions provided. This assessment is assessed externally by the IBO. Students must also complete a solo or group presentation that is assessed internally which addresses how they can relate their experiences and knowledge of TOK to real-life issues. These may be recorded for moderation purposes.
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The Extended Essay This activity provides candidates with the opportunity to develop an academic interest that lies outside of the prescribed curriculum. The EE requires a 4000-word research paper to be completed and is assessed externally by the IBO. Candidates will begin the process of the EE towards the end of their junior year and should pick a mentor for their paper from the school’s faculty. Students are expected to complete the bulk of their research during the summer holiday. Mentors will meet and guide the candidates periodically throughout the process; however, mentors are not to have a heavy influence on the work. Through this activity, candidates are challenged to manage their own time and to further develop their research, writing, and independent thinking skills. It is recommended that a total of 40 hours (including research, writing, and editing) be logged in order to complete the EE. Candidates are encouraged to select a topic about which they are engaged and excited to alleviate any hardship during research and writing. Given its strong focus on independent research skills, writing skills, and academic honesty, the EE is an excellent preparatory tool for post-secondary work.
Assessment Completion of the EE is mandatory during the first semester of the candidate’s senior year. The EE is assessed externally and serves as the capstone project for Hillsboro High School / MNPS graduation. This capstone project is mandatory for all IB Diploma candidates. .
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Creativity, Action and Service CAS provides great balance to the academic load of the IB Diploma. In order to complete the CAS requirements, candidates are expected to complete 10 activities with reasonable balance between creativity, action and service. One of these activities will be a long-term project that will last the duration of the students’ junior and senior years. Hillsboro consistently has great opportunities for students to complete CAS requirements. What are CAS activities?
- Creativity – Creative endeavors such the arts, music, photography.
- Action – Physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle. Sports, physical learning experiences and expeditions.
- Service – Unpaid, voluntary endeavor in local or international communities. What are the aims / learning outcomes of CAS? Through each CAS activity, students will meet one or more of these outcomes:
- Increased awareness of one’s own strengths and areas for growth.
- Undertaken new challenges.
- Planned and initiated activities.
- Worked collaboratively with each other.
- Shown perseverance and commitment in their activities.
- Engaged with issues of global importance.
- Considered the ethical implications of their actions.
- Developed new skills. Assessment Students are evaluated based on their commitment, level of personal development and reflections regarding said development. The IBO moderates CAS completion via the random selection of student portfolios. Failure to complete CAS satisfactorily will result in a candidate not being awarded the IB Diploma.
A C S
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How to Plan your IB years
FRESH
MA
N
YEAR
Freshmen Seminar or ISR
Begin thinking about careers and academic choices
Develop organizational skills
Take PSAT / PLAN
Successfully complete EOC tests
SOP
HO
MO
RE
YEAR
Sophomore Seminar/AVID/ISR
Personal Project Presentations
Continue to develop organizational skills
Improve PSAT/PLAN test scores
Successfully complete EOC/AP tests
JUIN
IOR
YEA
R
Begin thinking about careers and academic choices
Continue developing organizational skills
Take SAT/ACT
Prepare portfolio for applying to universities
Begin IB DP courses: o 6 Academic Subjects (minimum of 3 HL courses) o Theory of Knowledge 1 o Extended Essay Mentor Selection (2nd semester) o Creativity, Action, Service – Website log o Internal Assessments Preparations o Summer Assignments – Subject Specific
SEN
IOR
YEA
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Apply to the universities that most closely align with future goals
Secure faculty members to write letters of recommendation
Retake SAT / ACT as desired
Continue IB DP courses o 6 Academic Subjects (min. 3 = HL) o Internal / External Assessments o Theory of Knowledge 2 o Extended Essay (Capstone) o Creativity, Action, Service – Website log
GRADUATION!
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Suggested Coursework and Course Offerings Hillsboro High has many courses to offer within its academy structure. The IB Academy counselor, DP Coordinator and MYP Coordinator researched the best possible course pathway for successful completion of the IB Diploma for all candidates. Although there are many requirements, there is some flexibility.
FRESH
MA
N YEA
R
G1: Language A1 ☐ Honors English I
G2: Language B ☐ Spanish I or ☐ French I
☐ Honors Spanish II/III or ☐ French II
G3: Individuals and Societies ☐ Honors World History
☐ AP World History
G4: Experimental Sciences ☐ Honors Biology
G5: Mathematics* and Computer Science
☐ Honors Algebra I
☐ Honors Geometry
☐ Honors Algebra II
G6: The Arts ☐ Theatre Arts
☐ Choir
☐ Band
☐ Guitar
☐ Art I
SOP
HO
MO
RE YEA
R
G1: Language A1 ☐ AP Language and Literature
G2: Language B ☐ Honors Spanish II/III/IV
or ☐ Honors French II/III
G3: Individuals and Societies ☐ AP World History
G4: Experimental Sciences ☐ Honors Chemistry ☐Honors Physics
G5: Mathematics* and Computer Science
☐ Honors Geometry
☐ Honors Algebra II
☐ Honors Pre-Calculus
G6: The Arts ☐ Acting I or ☐ Production
☐ Music Theory
☐ Art II
** = Students may wish to meet with their guidance counselor and discuss the possibility of taking Geometry and Algebra II the same year to prepare for future IB Math courses.
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Higher Level vs. Standard Level
The difference between HL and SL courses is normally one of breadth rather than depth. However, each subject is different. Students must complete 150 hours of class time for SL courses and 240 hours for HL courses. All subjects, both HL and SL are graded on a scale of 1-7, where 7 is the top grade. University Credit In some cases, high achievement in an IB subject (SL or HL) will be worth college credit. Each university has different policies for awarding credit. This information is usually available under the admission tab of university homepage. In addition, students are encouraged to check http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/scholarships/ for a list of universities that grant special scholarships for IB Diploma holders.
JUN
IOR
AN
D SEN
IOR
YEAR
G1: Language A1 ☐ IB English SL or ☐ HL
G2: Language B ☐ IB Spanish SL/HL* or ☐ IB French SL/HL*
☐ French Ab. Initio I SL
G3: Individuals and Societies ☐ IB History of the Americas SL or ☐ HL
G4: Experimental Sciences ☐ IB Chemistry SL
☐ IB Biology SL or ☐ HL
☐ IB Physics SL
☐ IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL
G5: Mathematics and Computer Science
☐ IB Math Studies SL
☐ IB Mathematics SL** or □HL**
G6: The Arts and Electives ☐ IB Visual Arts SL or ☐ HL
☐ IB Theatre SL or ☐ HL
☐ IB Music SL or ☐ HL
☐ IB Business and Management SL
☐ IB Psychology SL
CORE: Theory of Knowledge ☐ Theory of Knowledge
CORE: Creativity, Action, Service and Extended Essay
☐ Critical Thinking/Advanced Composition (EE and CAS Support)***
* While it is recommended that students complete Spanish III or French III before this course, it is not necessary to do so. ** It is strongly recommended that pre-calculus be completed before enrolling in this course. ***This course is optional but strongly recommended. Some students will take AVID, ISR or another course instead.
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Flexibility of Movement
Candidates who feel as though they have made the wrong choice in course selection may have an opportunity to choose a new course within the first month of their junior year. These decisions are made on a case-by-case basis after consulting with the IB Diploma Academy Counselor, IB Diploma Programme Coordinator, and IB Diploma Academy Principal. Candidates with Special Assessment Needs The IBO allows for provisions to be made for students who have special assessment needs. They must be dealt with on a case-by-case basis through the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator. Students will need substantial written evidence of their needs, which are then submitted to the IBO one year before sitting for exams.
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Internal / External Assessments Studies in Language and Literature English HL
External Assessment
Written Examination, Paper 1 and 2
World Literature Papers 1 and 2
Internal Assessments:
Oral Presentation
Oral Commentary
Studies in Language Acquisition French or Spanish SL/HL French Ab. Initio SL
External Assessments:
Written Examination, Papers 1 and 2, Written Task
Internal Assessment:
Individual Oral
Individuals and Societies History of the Americas HL
External Assessments:
Written Examination, Papers 1, 2, and 3
Internal Assessment:
Historical Investigation
Individuals and Societies Business and Management
External Assessments:
Written Examination, Papers 1 and 2
Internal Assessments:
Written Commentary
Individuals and Societies Psychology
External Assessments:
Written Examination, Papers 1 and 2
Internal Assessments:
Report or Simple Experimental Study
Experimental Sciences Biology SL/HL, Chemistry SL, Physics SL, Sports, Exercise, and Health Science SL
External Assessments:
Written Examination, Papers 1, 2, and 3
Internal Assessments:
Group 4 projects, Investigations, laboratory work.
Mathematics Mathematics SL/HL Mathematical Studies SL
External Assessments:
Written examinations, Papers 1 and 2 ( and Paper 3 for HL)
Internal Assessment:
Project or exploration
The Arts ** Theatre Arts SL/HL:
External Assessments: Practical Performance Proposals and Research Investigation
Internal Assessments: Theatre Performance and Production Presentation and Independent Project Portfolio
Visual Arts HL/SL:
External Assessment of Studio and Investigation work
Internal Assessment of Investigation and Studio work
Music HL/SL
External Assessments-Written Examination, Musical Investigation paper
Internal Assessments-HL picks two of the following. SL picks one: -Solo Performance in the form of recitals -Group Performance in an ensemble -Music Composition
Theory of Knowledge External Assessment of the TOK Essay with yearly prescribed titles
Internal Assessment of the TOK Presentation
Extended Essay 4000 words
Creativity, Action and Service Website reflections and evidence
** = Student may take two language acquisition courses, two individuals and societies courses, or two experimental science courses in lieu of an arts course.
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Internal Assessment and TOK/CAS/EE Schedule 2014-2015
Subject Date
History Group A Rough Draft August 25 at 3:00 on TurnItIn
Business and Management HL proposal September 5
History Group A Final Draft September 19 (uploaded and paper copy)
Business and Management SL IA topics September 24
History Group B Rough Draft October 12 at 3:00 on TurnItIn
Theory of Knowledge Presentation 1 October 14-31
EE Comment Draft October 21
Theatre RI Comment Draft November 12
Group 4 Library Work Day November 14
History Group B Final Draft November 27 (uploaded and paper copy)
History Group C Rough Draft November 30 at 3:00 on TurnItIn
EE Final Draft December 1
English Language and Literature (Ms. Green’s class)
December 1-11
English Literature (Ms. Liu’s class) December 3-December 12
Musical Links First Draft December 8
World Language Written task December 8-December 12 in class
RI Final Draft January 6
History Group C Final Draft January 9 (uploaded and paper copy)
Math SL/HL Rough Draft December 19
Theory of Knowledge Prescribed Title 1 December 19 (First semester final)
Math Studies IA Final Draft January 15th/16th (begun in class November 20th)
Math SL/HL Final Draft January 16
World Arts and Cultures January 20
Group 4 Project Symposium Presentation January 30
Theory of Knowledge Presentation 2 February 2-27
Psychology February 10
Biology and Environmental Sciences IA February 12-13
Sports, Exercise, and Health IA February 14
World Language IA February 16-27
Theatre Independent Project Portfolio February 20
Music Performance and Composition IAs February 20
CAS March 1
Theory of Knowledge Prescribed Title 2 March 2
Chemistry IA March 9
Musical Links Final Draft March 12
Visual Arts (IA and EA work turned in on a thumb drive)
March 13
Theatrical Performance and Production Presentation
March 30-April 1
Theatre Practical Performance Proposal April 15
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May 2015 Testing Schedule Exam Date Time Allotted
World Arts and Cultures Papers 1 and 2
Thursday, April 30 3 hours
English A Literature Paper 1 Monday, May 4 2 hours
English A Language and Literature Paper 1
Monday, May 4 2 hours
English A Literature Paper 2 Tuesday, May 5 2 hours
English A Language and Literature Paper 2
Tuesday, May 5 2 hours
Biology HL Papers 1 and 2 Wednesday, May 6 3 hours 15 minutes
Biology SL Papers 1 and 2 Wednesday, May 6 2 hours
Psychology HL/SL Paper 1 Wednesday, May 6 2 hours
Psychology HL/SL Papers 2 and 3 Thursday, May 7 3 hours
Biology SL/HL Paper 3 Thursday, May 7 1 hour 15 minutes
Mathematics HL Paper 1 Tuesday, May 12 2 hours
Mathematics SL Paper 1 Tuesday, May 12 1 hour 30 minutes
Mathematical Studies Paper 1 Tuesday, May 12 1 hour 30 minutes
Spanish B SL/HL Paper 1 Tuesday, May 12 1 hour 30 minutes
Spanish B SL/HL Paper 2 Wednesday, May 13 1 hour 30 minutes
Mathematics HL Paper 2 Wednesday, May 13 2 hours
Mathematics SL Paper 2 Wednesday, May 13 1 hour 30 minutes
Mathematical Studies Paper 2 Wednesday, May 13 1 hour 30 minutes
History HL/SL Paper 1 Thursday, May 14 1 hour
Chemistry Papers 1 and 2 Thursday, May 14 2 hours
Chemistry Paper 3 Friday, May 15 1 hour
History HL/SL Paper 2 Friday, May 15 1 hour 30 minutes
History HL Paper 3 Monday, May 18 2 hours 30 minutes
French HL/SL Paper 1 Monday, May 18 1 hour 30 minutes
French Ab Initio Paper 1 Monday, May 18 1 hour 30 minutes
French HL/SL Paper 2 Tuesday, May 19 1 hour 30 minutes
French Ab Initio Paper 2 Tuesday, May 19 1 hour
Business and Management Paper 1 Tuesday, May 19 1 hour 15 minutes
Business and Management Paper 2 Wednesday, May 20 1 hour 45 minutes
Mathematics HL Paper 3 Thursday, May 21 1 hour
Sports, Exercise and Health Science Papers 1 and 2
Thursday, May 21 2 hours
Environmental Systems and Societies Paper 1
Thursday, May 21 1 hour
Sports, Exercise, and Health Science Paper 3
Friday, May 22 1 hour
Environmental Systems and Societies Paper 2
Friday, May 22 2 hours
Music HL Paper 1 Friday, May 22 2 hours 30 minutes
Music SL Paper 1 Friday, May 22 2 hours
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Costs for 2014-2015 School Year
Fee Description Quantity / Exam Count Exam Cost Total Registration 1 $160 $160
Exam(s) 6 $110 $660
Processing Fee 1 $30 $30
Extended Essay Moderation
1 $0* $0
TOK Moderation 1 $0* $0
TOTAL COST $850
*Students seeking the full diploma are not charged anything in addition to their fees for the 6 courses for these
services.
Payment Deadlines and Expectations
1. All students must pay $425 (cash, check, or money order) to the IB Coordinator by October 4.
2. All DP seniors must pay for their exams in full by November 15.
3. Any student taking exams as certificate students must pay the $160 registration fee and $30 processing fee in addition to the $110 course fee for every course for which he or she is testing.
4. Students who need to set up payment plans must get those plans approved by the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator. Students will not be registered until the plan contract is returned to the school signed by the parents.
5. If the student qualifies for Free and Reduced Lunch, he or she should see the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss the possibility of lowering testing fees. Registration fees cannot be waived, and the students must pay $18 per course. However, payment plans for those fees can be approved through the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator.
6. Students who fail to turn in any assessment component by the deadline will no longer be registered as IB Diploma Candidates. Since Diploma Programme students are the only students who receive TOK moderation for free, the student will incur an addition course fee of $110 if the assessment deadline that is missed occurs before December 15. After December 15, the student will incur the $110 fee and an additional $150 fee.
7. After November 14, no money can be refunded for any reason for IB testing.
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Expectations, Rules and Requirements
The IB Diploma is a demanding and challenging high school curriculum. As such, it places a very real pressure on students at times, and success in the programme depends on collaboration and trust between students, faculty and parents.
The Role of the Student The student is responsible for his or her own success. The student must develop and maintain organization skills, be balanced and motivated, and must make every effort to meet the demands of the courses in which he/she has enrolled. Student must keep accurate records of due dates, assignments, and their own progress and are to facilitate communication between the home and the school. Students must make effective use of their time and seek assistance when required. In addition, the student must be a good citizen; students who are in bad standing with the school will not be allowed to sit for IB exams.
The Role of the Faculty Faculty members are to be seen as facilitators of learning in the IB Diploma Academy. They are to provide a clear course outline and to ensure that students have covered all of the content and assessment requirements of their course. They are to collect data on student progress and to provide regular feedback to students, the IB Diploma Academy team, and the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator. The school faculty shall help to develop the IB Learner Profile.
The Role of the Parent Parents are expected to support their child’s academic and social development throughout the child’s time in the IB Diploma Academy. This support is achieved through seeking and responding to information regarding the progress development of their respective children during the IB Diploma Programme. Parents should use the appropriate avenues to communicate with faculty, advisors, coordinators, and administrators.
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Grading, Regulations, and Academic Honesty
IB Diploma Grading The IB scales for course examinations are as follows: 7 Excellent performance 6 Very good performance 5 Good performance 4 Satisfactory performance 3 Mediocre performance 2 Poor performance 1 Very poor performance N No grade earned P Not enough information to provide a grade The IB Scale for Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge is as follows: A Excellent performance B Good performance C Satisfactory performance D Mediocre performance E Elementary performance N No grade earned P Not enough information to provide a grade Earning an ‘N’ Students receive a score of ‘N’ if any of the following criteria are met:
Withdrawal from testing
Absence from all or parts of any exam
Failure to meet one or more of the course requirements
Breech of regulations (i.e., cheating) Hillsboro High School Grading Scale
7 6 5 4 3 2 1
96-100 92-95 85-91 77-84 74-76 70-73 50-69
A+ A/B+ B C C-/D+ D F
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Circumstances for Which Candidates Will Not Qualify for the IB Diploma
These codes apply to all diploma candidates.
1. Candidate’s total points are less than 24. 2. An N has been given for one or more subjects, theory of knowledge or the extended essay. 3. A grade E has been awarded for both theory of knowledge and the extended essay. 4. There is a grade 1 awarded in any subject and level. 5. CAS requirements have not been completed. 6. Candidate is guilty of malpractice. 7. Grade 3 or below has been awarded four or more times.
These codes apply to diploma candidates with 24 to 27 points inclusive.
8. There is one or more grade 2 awarded at higher level. 9. Grade 2 at standard level awarded two or more times. 10. Candidate has registered for three higher level subjects, and gained fewer than 12 points on
these. 11. Candidate has registered for three standard level subjects, and gained fewer than 9 points on
these. 12. Candidate has registered for four higher level subjects, and gained fewer than 16 points on
these. 13. Candidate has registered for two standard level subjects, and gained fewer than 6 points on
these. 14. Candidate has a grade E in either the extended essay or theory of knowledge.
These codes apply to diploma candidates with 28 points or more.
15. Grade 2 at higher level awarded two or more times. 16. Grade 2 at standard level has been awarded three times. 17. Candidate has registered for three higher level subjects, and gained fewer than 11 points on
these. 18. Candidate has registered for three standard level subjects, and gained fewer than 8 points on
these. 19. Candidate has registered for four higher level subjects, and gained fewer than 14 points on
these. 20. Candidate has registered for two standard level subjects, and gained fewer than 5 points on
these. (source: ibo.org)
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Three Essentials to Help Your Child Succeed in the IB Diploma Academy
The three essentials to help your child succeed in the IB Diploma Academy are: 1. Start early – Be active in seeking out career and university expectations so that
students can make the appropriate course choices. 2. Keep in touch – Ensure that the school has working emails and phone numbers
in the registrar’s office. Contact faculty members and join their mailing lists for class updates.
3. Keep your child in school – Although occasional missed days are unavoidable, encourage your student to be in school every day.
Causes for Concern
The cause for concern system is in place to prevent students from falling behind or under-performing in their IB subjects. Whenever students miss major deadline or fail to produce work of acceptable quality, faculty are expected to discuss their concerns with their Academy Team members and IB Diploma Programme Coordinator.
If an unacceptable trend continues, parents will be informed, conferences may be held, and the future of a student in the IB Diploma Academy will be brought into question.
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Finding a College and Applying Prepared by Meri Kock In order to find the college that is a fit for you, follow these steps: -Conduct an online search for colleges that meet your interests. Refer to the “Career and College Resources” sheet for a list of useful websites. -If possible, visit your top college choices in person and speak with admissions/academic advising personnel. Prepare a list of questions in advance, or use the “College Comparison Worksheet” included in the packet. -Make note of ALL deadlines, including application for admission, application for housing, financial aid, scholars/honors programs, orientation sessions, etc. -If a recommendation from your high school counselor is required get all the information and forms to your counselor AT LEAST by the 15th of the month PRIOR to the deadline. That means if you have a November deadline, your recommendation form needs to be given to Miss Kock by October 15th. The exception is January deadlines, those recommendation forms need to be given to Miss Kock by December 1st due to the Winter Break. -Order your ACT (www.act.org) or SAT (www.collegeboard.com) scores from the companies to be sent directly to the colleges you are interested in attending. Even better, list your colleges on the ACT/SAT registration form so they’ll be sent automatically and for free. Ordering them after the fact will delay having them sent and will cost about $10.00 per score report sent. -Send your transcripts preferably through CollegeforTN (most in-state colleges), or request them from the office. -Complete application paperwork. Write, revise, edit, and re-write your application essay. -MAIL YOUR APPLICATION FORM(S) EARLY. Many colleges have online applications available and prefer those. Please use those if they are available. -Be patient if you check to see if your transcript and scores have arrived and the college says they haven’t. Remember, colleges have literally THOUSANDS of forms to go through. In many cases it will take the admissions office time to update each student’s file. -If you are accepted to multiple universities, decide which one is your preferred school and notify them that you will be attending (if required). Notify schools you will NOT be attending of your decision so they can make the space available to another applicant. Make May 1st your deadline for making a decision, many colleges use that as their final decision deadline as well.
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University Scholarships for IB Diploma Holders* http://www.ibo.org/diploma/recognition/scholarships/
The following universities offer scholarships for recipients of the IB diploma in the United States.
Albertson College of Idaho, ID American University of Paris, FR Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale, FL Barry University, FL Beacon College, FL Belhaven College, FL Bethune-Cookman College, FL Brevard Community College, FL Central Florida Community College, FL Chipola Community College, FL Clearwater Christian College, FL College of Notre Dame, CA Daytona Beach Community College Defiance College, IN Drury University, MO Eckerd College, FL Edward Waters College, FL Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, FL Flagler College, FL Florida Agricultural & Mechanical, FL Florida Atlantic University, FL Florida Atlantic University - Wilkes Honors College, FL Florida College, FL Florida Community College Jacksonville, FL Florida Gulf Coast University, FL Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, FL Florida Institute of Technology, FL Florida International University, FL Florida Memorial College, FL Florida Metropolitan University, FL Florida Southern College, FL Florida State University, FL Full Sail Real World Education, FL Georgetown College, KY Gulf Coast Community College, FL Hillsborough Community College, FL Illinois Institute of Technology, IL Indian River Community College, FL International Academy of Design and Technology - Orlando, FL International Academy of Design and Technology - Tampa, FL International College, FL Jacksonville University, FL Lake City Community College, FL
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Lynn University, FL Manatee Community College, FL Manatee Community College - Venice Campus, FL Meredith College, SC Mesa State College, CO Miami Dade College - Kendall College, FL Michigan Technological University, MI Midwestern State University, TX New College of Florida, FL New England College, ME Notre Dame de Namur University, CA Nova Southeastern University, FL Okaloosa-Walton College, FL Oregon State University, OR Palm Beach Atlantic College, FL Pensacola Junior College, FL Ringling School of Art & Design, FL Rollins College, FL Saint Mary's University, NS Santa Fe Community College, FL Schiller International University, FL Seminole Community College, FL Southeastern College, FL Southern Methodist University, TX St. Johns River Community College, FL St. Leo University, FL St. Thomas University, FL Stetson University, FL Tallahassee Community College, FL The Art Institute of Tampa, FL The Baptist College of Florida, FL University of Central Florida, FL University of Florida, FL (for IB diploma holders from United World Colleges) University of Miami, FL University of Nebraska, NE University of North Florida, FL University of Rochester, NY University of South Florida, FL University of Tampa, FL University of Tulsa, OK University of West Florida, FL Wabash College, IN Warner Southern College, FL Webber International University, FL Webster College - Holiday, FL Webster College - Ocala, F
*Some schools, such as Belmont University,the University of Tulsa, and the University of Nebraska, offer blocks of credit totaling more than 20 hours to students who earn the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Please research all universities in which you are interested regarding their course equivalency policy for IB. This information is typically found under the admissions link on each website.
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References This manual has been created for the IB Diploma Academy at Hillsboro High School, Nashville,
Tennessee, USA.
Resources used with permission from:
www.ibo.org Mr. Stephen Taylor, BIS. IB Programme Guide
Ms. Tracy Arledge, Palisade High School IB Programme Guide Ms. Lisa Borgmann, Palisade High School IB Programme Guide
Edited: 8/29/14
