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Xavier School
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
G10 Students & ParentsOrientation to the Program
August 05, 2015
The IBO is a non-profit educational foundation with its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the IBO?
Over 1 million IB students at over 4,000 schools in 147 countries across the world.
Authorization Workshop: Halifax, 2005
IBCA: Curriculum & Assessment Centre, Cardiff, Wales
IBNA offices in New York and Vancouver
IBLA office in Buenos Aires
IBAP office in Singapore
IBO headquarters & IBAEM regional office, Geneva
Expanded Concurrency of Learning
1968
What is the IBDP? Started in 1968, Geneva,
Switzerland, to provide a rigorous, consistent high school curriculum for the children of members of the international diplomatic and business communities.
19971994
IB in the Philippines
1.Cebu International School
2.Domuschola Int. School
3.German European School Manila
4.The Beacon School
1.The Beacon Academy
2.The Beacon School
IB in the Philippines
1. Brent School International - Baguio
2. Brent School International - Manila
3. Brent School International - Subic
4. Cebu International School 5. Chinese International School
Manila 6. German European School Manila 7. International School Manila 8. Mahatma Gandhi International
School 9. Noblesse International School 10. Southville International School 11. The Beacon Academy 12. British School Manila 13. Xavier School
The International BaccalaureateDiploma Program & Xavier School
2007 - 2015
XS IBDP
Men fully alive endowed with a passion for
justice and the skills for development.
Internationally-minded people who, recognizing their common
humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a
better and more peaceful world.
Visio
n: XS
& IB
IBDP & University RecognitionThe DP is widely recognized by the worlds leading universities:
IB works closely with universities in all regions of the world.
There is a direct online access for the university admission offers and government officials to IB syllabi and recent examination papers.
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Research shows that:
IB Diploma students
outperform their peers on state assessments, have higher acceptance rates to colleges,
perform better in post-secondary education than their peers.
IB standards are aligned with best practices in education and support effective teaching practices.
IB has a positive impact on the culture of a school.
XS IBDP Authorization
Pre-Authorization Visit w/ Nigel Forbes-Harper September 3, 2009 Authorization Visit w/ Steven Keagan &
Anthony Mayrhofer December 1-3, 2009
Xavier School was Authorized as anIB World School in January 2009
XS IBDP Cohort 1 - 45 students (SY 2010-2012)
IB Xavier China Experience (XCE) (started in April 2011)
Xavier School remains a JESUIT
school
with a distinctive Filipino-Chinese
character.
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IB Learner Profile
Xaverian 6 Cs
Inquirer Thinker Competence
Balanced Risk-taker Character
Reflective Principled Conscience
Communicator Community
Knowledgeable Open-minded Culture
Caring Compassion
The XS IB Learner
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IBDP Core
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Christian Life Education (CLE)
Mandarin / Filipino(Modular)
Formation Activities
XS IBDP Core
Theory of Knowledge is an interdisciplinary requirement intended to stimulate critical reflection on the knowledge and experience gained inside and outside the classroom.
TOKCAS aims to instill in students a habit for holistic development, not only of the self but also of others:
Creative: Arts, and other experiences that involve creative thinking.
Action: Physical exertion contributing to a healthy lifestyle.
Service: An unpaid and voluntary exchange for underprivileged communities.
CASThe Extended Essay is a 4,000 word research paper that acquaints students with the kind of independent research and writing skills expected by universities.
EEIBDP Core
Academic Strength of IB curriculumCompetency will have been achieved in:
a first language
a second language
social sciences/humanities
natural sciences/physical sciences
mathematics
the arts (theatre, visual arts, music)
Concurrency of learning over 2 years Depth (3 Higher Level subjects) Breadth (3 Standard Level subjects)
Knowledge and skill development necessary for academic and social success in the post secondary setting.
Rigorous continuous assessment covering 2 years: Internal Assessment & External Assessment.
IBDP Subjects
XS IB Diploma ProgramEnglish 1. Literature 2. Language & Literature
Mathematics or Math
Studies (SL only)
1. Biology 2. Chemistry 3. Physics 4. Sports
Science (SL only)
Mandarin B or Filipino Literature
(Language A)
Visual Arts, Computer Science (Group 4) or
Elective (Group 3 or 4)
1. History 2. Business
Management 3. Economics 4. Psychology
Christian Life Education (CLE)
Mandarin / Filipino(Modular)
Formation Activities
Modular Chi/Fil & CLEXS Required Subjects
These subjects are designed as learning modules and taught once per semester for 2 years.
NOTE: Both assess learning annually and therefore, provide grades in IBDP Grade 11 & Grade 12.
Both use the XS IBDP grading system and employ the XS IBDP teaching, learning and assessment strategies.
The IB subjects, except for Math Studies & Sports Science, may be studied at Higher or Standard Level.
Diploma candidates must study at least three (3) but not more than four of the six subjects at Higher Level.
SL Standard Level
HL Higher Level
At least 150 hours of instruction time over 2 years.
SL and HL courses consist of the same educational aims, core syllabus and curriculum and assessment models
SL Standard Level
At least 240 hours of instruction time over 2 years.
however, HL courses typically also include a range of additional elements designed to allow students to explore areas of interest within the subject in more depth.
HL Higher Level
VS.
+ CAS, TOK, EE, Mandarin & CLE
Language & Literature
Group
1
PsychologyGroup
3
Visual ArtsGroup
6
Filipino Literature
Group
2
Math StudiesGroup
5
PhysicsGroup
4
Subject Selection Sample 1Three HL Three SL
ChemistryGroup
6
BiologyGroup
4
Language & Literature
Group
1
Filipino Literature
Group
2
MathematicsGroup
5
EconomicsGroup
3
Subject Selection Sample 2Three HL Three SL
+ CAS, TOK, EE, Mandarin & CLE
MathematicsGroup
5
PhysicsGroup
4
Computer Science
(Elective from Group 4)
Group
6
LiteratureGroup
1
Business Management
Group
3
MandarinGroup
2
Subject Selection Sample 3Three HL Three SL
+ CAS, TOK, EE, Filipino & CLE
May Session: Full Diploma*
EXTERNAL EXAMS
May 2018
XS IBDP Batch 2018 Grade 11: SY 2016 - 2017 Grade 12: SY 2017 - 2018
*Some IBDP subjects are available to G11 Standard Track student and enrolled in IB as a Certificate Student. To
receive the certificate, the student must achieve all requirements of the IB subject and take the May 2018 exam.
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XAVIER SCHOOLJanuary - May 2017
IBDP RESULTSJuly 6, 2018
Score Rating
7 Excellent
6 Very Good
5 Good
4 Satisfactory
3 Mediocre
2 Poor
1 Very Poor
N No grade
A candidates examination performance for individual subjects is graded according to the following scale:
IB Grading
Other Information
Minimum Passing Score 24
Maximum Score 45
Why: 6 subjects x 7 points 42 + 3
Maximum Bonus Points (Combined TOK & EE) 3
The Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Extended Essay (EE) are graded according to this scale:
Score Rating
A Excellent
B Very Good
C Good
D Satisfactory
E Mediocre
N No Grade
Conditions for IB DiplomaDiploma Results
A. At least 12 points have been gained on the 3 higher level courses.
At least 9 points have been gained on the 3 standard level courses.
B. A grade of at least a D in TOK or EE. If a student receives an E in either EE or TOK, he is disqualified from the diploma.
C. Not proven guilty of any academic dishonesty/malpractice.
D. An approved CAS program has been completed.
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XS IBDP Subjects + TOK & EE
Modular, CLE & CAS Progress
Performance Tasks Semestral Annual
Exams Semestral Annual
XS IBDP Assessment Scheme
XS IBDP FeesYear 1 Year 2 Total
Tuition (IB Student Fees)
P75,000 P75,000
Learning Resource (Rental of books & GDC,
Subscription, Handouts, Field Trips, Guest speakers, etc.)
P25,000 P25,000
Novels/Readings P5,000*
Total addition P100,000 P100,000 P205,000
As regards to the students academic preparation and readiness, the admissions team will look into the following indicators:
1. Proficiency in English, Science, Math*, Chinese
2. Effective oral and written communication skills
*Additional qualifications to determine SL or HL.
3. Habits associated with independent and self-initiated intellectual growth.
4. Involvement in the arts and sports.
5. Students personal qualities and habit of mind specifically, evidence of their potential, readiness & commitment for the IB program.
IBDP Application Form
2 Student Essays
2 Teacher Recommendation Forms (Each form is to be submitted in a sealed envelope with teachers signature)
Parents Questionnaire
O.R. of P10,000 reservation fee
IBDP Application Packet
Beginning today
Secure Application Packets from http://xsibdp.wordpress.com
August 27 2015
Deadline to submit accomplished forms (In a long brown envelope with student
name and section)
Where to go:
XS IBDP Office, 4th Floor JHS Bldg.
Important Dates
September Interviews for all applicants *schedule will be given to the students*
OctoberRelease of Application results Collection of IB Tuition (with deduction of the P10,000 reservation fee)
May 2016 Regular Enrollment
Other Dates
XS IBDP FAQsConcern Response
School Hours
7:30-4:00 Academic Periods
Will still have PE, ECA
Homeroom with IB peers
Schedule 7-day cycle
Courses Choice of IB courses based on availability and ability
Concern Response
Grades 1- 7 instead of A+ to F Report cards released every
semester
Awards Semester Awards Annual Awards
Diploma Xavier Diploma (Mar. 2018) IB Diploma (Sept. 2018)
Graduation Together with batchmates
More XS IBDP FAQs
IBDP Coordinator
Kenneth Oneal S. Gan kennethsgan@xs.edu.ph
IBDP Administrative
Assistant
Mayette M. Rocafort marietamrocafort@xs.edu.ph
College & Career
Counselor
Catherine V. Lauengco catherinevlauengco@xs.edu.ph
Key People
Visit www.ibo.org
Read General Regulations: Diploma Programme (for students and their legal guardians)
Contact XS IBDP office (Loc. 245)
For more information:
Xavier School
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
G10 Students & ParentsOrientation to the Program
August 05, 2015