Bordure_2015_8x11_CS6.indd 4 2015-06-04 14:54 Marymount Academy International Baccalaureate Program 5100 Cote St-Luc Road Montreal, Qc H3W 2G9 (514) 488-8144 www.emsb.qc.ca/marymount Failure will never overtake me If my determination to succeed Is strong enough By: Og Mandino This agenda belongs to: NAME ADDRESS CITY/TOWN POSTAL CODE PHONE STUDENT NO. HOMEROOM N.B. Please inform the school of any changes to your address or telephone number. 1 Imprimé au Québec 112822 Imprimé sur du papier recyclé à 50% Imprimé sur du papier recyclable à 100% 112822_PaSc_Marymount_PE.indd 1 2015-07-07 16:40
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Marymount Academy International Baccalaureate Program
Failure will never overtake meIf my determination to succeed
Is strong enoughBy: Og Mandino
This agenda belongs to:
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Marymount Academy International EDUCATIONAL PROJECT
Our MISSION:
Marymount Academy International believes in a respectful, caring and inclusive
environment where students are empowered to meet the upcoming challenges of
tomorrow.
Our VALUES:
Marymount Academy International believes in:
- A positive school environment for students from all cultures and beliefs.
- Meaningful instruction and the pursuit of lifelong learning.
- A sense of community and partnership among students.
- The drive for excellence.
- A strong sense of respect for self, community, environment and others.
- Education as a stepping stone to a complete and fulfilling life.
Our VISION:
We envision Marymount Academy International to be a school which emphasizes higher
academic standards while continuing to recognize the individual needs of the student
population. We foster increased participation in extra-curricular activities, and a greater
sense of respect and community. Marymount graduates will be concerned and productive
citizens in our ever evolving society.
Marymount Academy International Students and parents can expect:
- Formal and informal opportunities to discuss the students’ classroom experience.
- Opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities.
- Regular communication regarding pupils’ progress.
- A rich environment where learning is encouraged.
- Consistent homework assignments and marking.
- Help for needs not being met in the classroom.
- Equality of opportunity.
Reporting Process of bullying, repetitive unacceptable behavior or harassment;
*Please report any incident to the immediate attention to any of the following: theadministration, a teacher, guidance councillor or a trusted adult in the building.
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The Marymount Academy International Code of Conduct
Students are expected to adhere to the EMSB’s Code of Conduct. The Marymount Code is intended to supplement it and help the development of the Marymount community. In addition, the Code of Learning has been established to assist students and staff alike to foster appreciation for a classroom environment that enhances the learning experience for all participants.
The Marymount Academy International Code of Professionalism:
I will conduct myself with the utmost integrity throughout my time at MarymountAcademy International. Specifically, I will:
• Submit only original work, giving credit to others where appropriate;
• Not give or receive unauthorized aid in examinations or on assignments;
• Represent myself honestly to members of the Marymount community and to outsiders;and;• Appropriately represent Marymount to the outside world.
I will treat all members of the Marymount Academy International community with respect and civility. Specifically, I will:
• Respect the rights and property of others;
• Actively work to enhance others’ learning experience as well as my own;
• Will never make personal attacks on other students, faculty or staff; and
• Will never post or distribute offensive material or messages on the internet or in anyother formats.
The Marymount Academy International Code of Learning:
I will invest myself fully in the Marymount Academy International experience by adopting the attitude of a learner. I will:
• Arrive to class with proper materials and books;
• Prepare thoroughly for class by doing any necessary prep work;
• Arrive for sessions on time and remain for the duration of the class;
• Participate actively in class discussions;
• Recognize that the classroom is a special environment in which learning is the centralgoal;
• Recognize that the classroom is the responsibility of the teacher who may establishspecific expectations of students;
• Notify the school of absences, late arrivals or early departures;
• Attend not only the classroom sessions, but also organized events outside of theclassroom, such as tutorials, extra-curricular activities and school outings.
• I will be a responsible digital citizen.
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Parent Contract with Marymount Academy International
We (I), the undersigned, agree to the following educational challenge and understand that fulfilling our (my) contractual obligation will increase the possibility of our (my) child (ren)’s educational success. It is further understood and agreed upon that such efforts on our (my) part may result in more involvement in our (my) child (ren)’s education and create a better learning environment at home. We (I) hold all parties responsible for sound educational opportunities and look forward to the enjoyment of helping in the implementation of the aforementioned opportunities. We understand filming school events is for personal consumption only and the school is not liable for infringing copyright laws.
CAM Transportation and all other allocations from the School Board can be withheld if there is any money owed to the school by the parent/legal guardian.
Parent/Guardian ____________________________ Date _______________________
Parent/Guardian ____________________________ Date _______________________
I agree to do my best in helping the above-signed parent/guardian to do their part in fulfilling each challenge listed below.
Student’s Name _____________________________________
Parent’s Name (please print): ______________________________
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DATES TO REMEMBER
2015 – 2016
Holidays Mon., Sept. 7th - Labor Day Mon., Oct.12th - Thanksgiving Dec. 21st – Jan. 1st - Winter break Feb. 29th – March 6th - Spring break Fri. March 25th - Good Friday Mon., March 28th - Easter Monday Mon., May 23rd - Victoria Day
School ID Card October 14th , 2014 Bus Pass* Photos October 14th, 2015 *Bus pass ID is not included in the student fees.Cost is 15$ in exact cash (Students 14 & under need parental permission – forms available at the main office)
End of Terms 1st November 6th 2nd January 29th 3rd June 23rd
Professional Days Oct. 2nd & 23rd Nov. 16th, 20th & 27th Feb. 26th April 8th, 19th &29th May 20th
Parent Information Night September 16th, 2015, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Teachers will explain course outlines and expectations. GOVERNING BOARD ELECTIONS 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Parent / Teacher Conferences * Thursday, November 19th
* Thursday, February 25th
Private interviews may also be scheduled at the request of the administration, teachers or parents throughout the year.
Open House (For grade 6 students and their parents) October 1st, 2015 between 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Report Card Distribution Progress Report October 15th, 2015 Thursday, November 19 th
Thursday, February 25th
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ACADEMIC SUCCESS
At Marymount Academy International, we expect students to achieve academic success in all coursesfrom Sec I through Sec V.
GRADUATION
In order to obtain a Quebec Secondary School Diploma, students must accumulate a total of 54 credits in Sec. IV and V. The following list stipulates the graduation requirements according to the Quebec Education Plan:
Course CreditsSec. V English 6 creditsSec. V French 4 creditsSec. IV History & Citizenship 4 creditsSec. IV Science & Technology 4 or 6 creditsSec. IV Science & Tech. of the Environment 4 creditsSec. IV Math 4 or 6 creditsSec. V Ethics and Religious Culture or Phys. .Ed and Health 2 creditsSec. IV Arts (Visual Art, Music and/or Drama) 2 credits
PARENTS, STUDENTS & THE AGENDA
The Agenda is an academic tool. It is not meant to be used as a personal diary or photo album. It is provided so that:1) parents and pupils will be aware of the rules and policies of the school2) students can keep track of their homework assignments3) parents can communicate with their child's teacher(s)4) The agenda is also used as a Hall Pass.*Parents are strongly encouraged to sign their child's agenda every week.
RESPONSIBILITIESSTUDENTS
• All students are to conduct themselves with respect towards all members of the schoolcommunity
• Each student is to arrive on time• Each student must be prepared to participate in class.• Each student is responsible for completing required assignments.• Each student must respect deadlines (individual and group).• When students are absent they are responsible for obtaining all missed work.• Students must make all reasonable efforts to remain in good standing.
PARENTS• Work with the school to ensure your child’s success by monitoring his/her daily progress.• Provide an appropriate work space and learning environment.• If you have any concerns about your child’s progress, please contact the teacher.
TEACHERS• Teachers will contact parents when students are not fulfilling their obligations.• When a student is experiencing academic difficulties and maybe at risk, parents will be called in
to discuss possible solutions (tutorials, IEPs, etc….).
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ABSENCES & LATES
ABSENCES
PARENTS MUST REPORT EVERY ABSENCE BEFORE 9:00 AM BY CALLING THE SCHOOL AT (514) 488-8144.
TRUANCYParents will be contacted and asked to meet with the administration regarding cases of chronic or suspicious absences. According to the Education Act, a child must attend school every day.
LATE FOR SCHOOLWhen a student arrives at school late after 8:45 and before 9:15 a.m., the student must first report to the office, sign in, obtain a detention slip, and then go to class. The school detention operates daily after school for a period of 45 minutes.
ARRIVING AFTER 9:15 AM: Arriving late for school interrupts learning; therefore, if a student arrives at school after 9:15 AM, s/he will be sent home for a one day suspension. Special circumstances are reserved at the school’s discretion. Parents will be notified and students may be sent home if he or she is late more than two times in a four week period. This will be considered as a suspension.LATE FOR CLASS between classesStudents who are late for class (i.e.: not in the classroom, at their desk, with all necessary materials, when the bell rings) will receive a teacher detention, if a teacher detention is skipped, they must serve two school detentions.
EARLY DISMISSAL Where an early dismissal is unavoidable, the student must submit a note from the parent to the officefirst thing upon arrival in the morning.At dismissal time, the student will be excused by the teacher and must and sign out at the office before leaving.
SKIPPING CLASSESParents will be notified of all skipped classes, and students will be disciplined accordingly.
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School Uniform to be purchased at MEGA DESIGN 9420 Boul. St. LaurentPhone: 514-384-0604 OR www.mdiuniform.com
Proper school uniform must be worn EVERYDAY INCLUDING LUNCH.STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ENTER AND LEAVE THE SCHOOL IN FULL UNIFORM. ANY STUDENT WHO COMES TO SCHOOL WITHOUT HIS/HER UNIFORM WILL BE SENT HOME TO CHANGE INTO PROPER UNIFORM ATTIRE.THE UNIFORM CLARIFICATIONS:The Following Items are MANDATORYWHITE DRESS SHIRT WITH SCHOOL SIGNATURE SCRIPT AND SCHOOL TIE
Only shirts with school crest/monogram are acceptable.Only plain white undershirts are permitted under the whiteschool shirt. (NO t-shirts with logos or colors are permitted)
OPTIONALBlack V-neck sweater with school crestSchool Blazer with gold crestBlue or Black and Yellow Retro Cardigan
White School Signature Script Dress shirts must be worn underneath at all times.School ties are to be worn at all times.
MANDATORYLoose fitting Black Dress pants with back inner pockets.*Note Ladies Slim fit stretch pants areNO LONGER PERMITTED
Uniform dress pants from Mega Design
Loose fitting black dress pants with inner back pockets may be
purchased at a store of parents’ choice.
Jeans of any color are strictly prohibited
Girls may wear MMA black or plaid skirts with solid black or solid white TIGHTS only. NO PATTERNS OR PRINTS PERMITTED.
Skirts must be knee length – any shorter lengths are not permitted- Those wearing shorter lengths will be sent home
Black knee length MMA BERMUDA or dress type shortsLoose fitting black pants with front pockets
Must be knee lengthNo sports shortsOnly black color permittedNo pants with rivets permittedNo tight – fitting pants / jeans permitted
Physical Education Uniform Mandatory See next page for details
Appropriate footwear (preferably black or white).
No sandalsWinter boots must be left in lockers during the school day
Black Pants / Black or Plaid Skirts must be worn at the waist.Hats must be removed when students enter the school. Hats must be left in lockers.
Stained items must be replaced.No holes, no frayed / cut off hems, etc., no colored cloth hanging out of pockets, no chains or spiked leather gear on wrists or necks.
Items including, but not limited to:Hats, jackets, sweat shirts, sun glasses, excessive jewelry, sweat bands and head bands, scarves, wallet chains may not be worn in school.
Head gear is not permitted unless decreed by the school as a religious obligation
The uniform must be worn in a neat and clean manner. The administration reserves the right to define
neatness and cleanliness.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
UNIFORM
The official Marymount gym uniform is required attire for all Phys. Ed. Classes, and it consists of:
• Navy blue MMA International T-shirt• Black lined mesh MMA International shorts or• Black fleeced MMA International pants• Running shoes• Free dress does not apply to Physical Education classes
RULES
• For hygiene reasons, students must change before and after gym class. Students will be givenfive (5) minutes at the beginning and end of class to change.
• All of the non-uniform clothing and accessories that are not permitted during other classes arealso not permitted during Phys. Ed. class (i.e.: hats, jackets, extra sweat shirts, sun glasses, sweatbands, wallet chains, school bags, MP3’s, cell phones)
• All jewelry and any items that may cause injury such as belts must be removed for Phys. Ed.classes and during participation in lunch and after-school activities.
• Students must leave items of value (money, jewelry, etc.) at home on day that they havePhysical Education classes. The Physical Education department will not be held responsiblefor any lost or stolen items. Students should follow the established protocol of their PhysicalEducation teacher regarding this matter. It is MANDATORY for students to put a lock ontheir gym locker.
• No food or drink (other than water) is permitted in the gym or gym area including the lockerrooms.
• Glass or breakable objects are prohibited in the gym and gym area at all times - including lunchand after school activities.
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The COUGAR CODE for the Marymount Academy International Community!
“We are all in this together”
• Treat yourself and others with respect.• Have respect for school and personal property.• Attend school on time and be prepared for class.• Do your homework and study hard - seek help when needed.• Wear your uniform with pride - neatly, and as prescribed.• Clean up after yourself - especially in the cafeteria & classroom• Use the locks and lockers assigned to you by the school• Leave your jacket, lunch and all non-uniform accessories, such as hats, in your
locker.• Change before and after Phys. Ed. class and intra-murals.• Sign in/out at the office if you arrive late/leave early.• Be a good friend - tell an adult if your friend is in trouble.• Bring lost/found items to the office without delay.• I will be a responsible digital citizen. • Carry your ID card at all times.• Do your best.
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SAFETY & SECURITY POLICIES
ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND WEAPONS
There is zero tolerance for drugs, alcohol and/or weapons of any kind including toys. Drug consumption,
and or the promotion of a drug culture is strictly forbidden at all times.
FIRE DRILLS
As the fire alarm sounds, students must exit the building with their teacher in absolute silence and line up outside with their teacher. They must not stop to get coats, bags, etc. VISITORS & OUTSIDERSThe school building and yard is for the use of Marymount students only. Visitors, including parents and former students must obtain written permission at the office to be in the building. Students must report outsiders in the school.
EMERGENCY DISMISSAL POLICY
Emergency situations may arise whereby students must be dismissed from school early (i.e.: extremely bad weather, no cafeteria services, power failures, loss of heat or water, etc.). The school will NOT contact each student's parent/guardian, but students will have access to the office phone. Students who have nowhere to go, will be permitted to remain at school until the end of the regular school day. Parents are strongly encouraged to set up a plan of action with their child for such emergencies.
PARKING LOT SAFETY
If you drive your child to school, please DO NOT ENTER THE STAFF PARKING LOT, OR THE SCHOOL YARD WITH YOUR VEHICLE! This is a dangerous practice, and can result in a child being injured. Let your children off on Cote St. Luc Road in front of the school, or further down the hill.
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STUDENT DISCIPLINEThe Administration reserves the right to decide the necessary consequences regarding student discipline as it deems fit. Here are some examples of student infractions:
• Eating or drinking in unauthorized areas• being late for school or class• skipping a school detention or repeatedly skipping a teacher detention• not wearing the school uniform as prescribed• using foul language or name calling• eating or drinking outside prescribed areas• being in a restricted area• leaving the property at recess or lunch• taking part in activities likely to cause accidents (i.e.: throwing snowballs, play fighting,
etc)• Disrespectful Conduct
Please be advised: SCHOOL DETENTIONS1) If a student fails to attend his/her detention, he/she will be suspended.2) Students will not be permitted to participate in extra-curricular activities unless they serve their
detentions and/or suspensions in full.
TEACHER DETENTIONSClassroom teachers may assign detentions to their students for infractions including, but not limited to: Being late for class, not being prepared for class, not doing assigned written or study work in class or at home, not having tests or agenda signed as required, disturbing the class, leaving class without permission. Teacher Detentions will take place at the discretion of the teacher.CLEAN-UP DUTYMay be assigned to students for acts including, but not limited to: littering, causing a mess, misbehavior, or any act that the administration sees as a suitable consequence.
SUSPENSION/ALTERNATIVE TO SUSPENSION PROGRAM YMCAMay be assigned at the discretion of the Principal or Vice-Principal. Parents will be informed. The student's parent/guardian must meet with the Principal or Vice-Principal to discuss the terms of re-admission on most occasions.
NECESSARY TRANSFERSMay be arranged at the discretion of the Principal and the school board for certain infractions. The student will remain suspended until the transfer can be arranged. This is in keeping with the E.M.S.B. Safe Schools Policy.
EXAMINATIONSExam schedules will be given to students prior to the exam sessions and will also be made available on our school website. Make sure you are present on the date and time of your exams. Students and their families must make every effort to avoid absences on exam days, especially those set aside for High School Leaving Exams. Unexcused absences on these days will result in a grade of zero (0) on the missed exam. A student who is absent due to illness must present an official medical note signed by the physician who administered treatment.
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FAMILY TRIPS As the school calendar provides a generous vacation schedule, we strongly discourage family trips which result in students’ missing school. Such absences hurt the student whose work is interrupted. Our curriculum is quite demanding, therefore class attendance is crucial. We strongly recommend that parents DO NOT plan trips during formal exam periods (i.e. midyear and final exams).
PLAGIARISMCopying the work of another without proper attribution is plagiarism. A student guilty of plagiarizing work will be given a score of zero, and the parents will be informed.
Please note that the Administration deals with students as individuals, and that the administration therefore reserves the right to interpret the rules within the context of both the child and the particular act, in order for the child to benefit from our discipline.
STUDENT AGENDASStudents must carry their Marymount student agendas with them at all times. Lost Agendas must be replaced at a cost of $12.00
LUNCH During the lunch period, students are not permitted on the first, second or third floors - including locker areas. Water is permitted at all times. No food or drink is allowed in classrooms at all times. The exception is during homeroom (light snack and drink) only and on Wednesdays during passing time. Students are expected to spend the lunch period in the cafeteria, the school yard, the library (limited number of spaces available), STEP, the gyms or the music hall. Exceptions for teacher tutorials and staff supervised activities will require written permission. Students must be present in those areas before noon. Any student wishing to attend after 12:00 will be denied. Students involved in these activities, must eat their snack / lunch in the cafeteria prior to attending their activity. NO EXCEPTIONS.
LOCKERSStudents will be assigned a coat and book LOCKER. Students may not exchange or change lockers, nor may they take occupancy of a vacant locker without the authorization from the administration.Students must keep their lock combinations confidential. It is prohibited to open, tamper with, or use another student's book or coat locker for any reason - even with the student's consent. Pupils are responsible for maintaining their lockers, both inside and out, in neat and clean fashion throughout the year. Stickers are strictly forbidden. Marymount Academy reserves the right to inspect student lockers at any time.
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ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND GADGETS
IPODS, CELL PHONES, & OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES The use of iPods, cell phones, and other electronic devices in the classroom is not permitted unless directed by a teacher for educational or instructional purposes.
Students may use these devices only during their lunch hour inthe cafeteria.
Failure to respect this rule will result in the confiscation of such items for the period of no less than one week. Afterwards, parents will have to retrieve the confiscated items from the administration. The school will not be responsible for any items that become lost or stolen.
LOST OR STOLEN ITEMSStudents are NOT to bring electronic and or expensive items including jewelry, hats, clothing and shoes at home. The school will not accept responsibility for lost or stolen items (including textbooks). Found articles should be given in at the office.
ACCIDENT INSURANCEParents whose child is involved in intramural or interscholastic sports are encouraged to purchase accident insurance.
SUPPORT SERVICESCONSULTATIONIf parents have concerns they are asked to correspond with the school in writing or by leaving a telephone message at the main office. Messages will be returned as soon as possible.
GUIDANCE SERVICESThe guidance department is equipped to provide a full range of personal, academic and career counselingservices, and help students learn to make academic and career choices based on ability and interest. TheGuidance Counselor has an open door policy whereby students are always welcome.
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STEP@MARYMOUNT ACADEMY INTERNATIONALSTEP is a resource program designed to support all members of the Marymount Academy International community. It is open throughout the school day. Students needing remedial support may receive help from both teachers and peer tutors. A full computer lab allows students at all levels to work on project based learning. STEP also provides a supervised and supportive environment for students to work andsocialize before school and during lunch. Study Hall is a compulsory program offering students with needs the extra time and support required in order to achieve academic success.
TUTORIALSStudents are encouraged to seek extra help from their teachers. Tutorials take place outside of class time. Students may be assigned tutorials at their own request or that of their parents, their teachers or the administration. Peer tutoring may also be arranged.
SPIRITUAL ADVISING The Spiritual and Community Advisor helps promote understanding and acceptance of all religious practices, and helps to develop a spirit of Global Humanism within the school.
HEALTH SERVICES AND WELLNESSThe local CSSS Nurse and Social Worker are not present on a daily basis, but serve as important resources that can be called upon. IT’S VERY IMPORTANT that the school be aware of any medical problems. Drug consumption and or the promotion of a drug culture is strictly forbidden at all times.
CAFETERIAFoods purchased from restaurants are not permitted in the school building.The cafeteria serves both hot and cold meals. Students may also bring a lunch from home. No purchase is required in order to eat in the cafeteria. Secondary I and II students are prohibited from leaving school property during the lunch hour.- The Breakfast Program: Marymount Academy received a government grant to start a breakfast
program. This program will continue as long as the funds are available.
THE LIBRARYThe library is for quiet study, reading and research. The hours will be posted. A school ID card is required to borrow books; fines will be levied for overdue books. Jackets and school bags are not permitted.
ACTIVITIESThe Student council and Leadership organize dances, fundraisers, ski trips, and activity days throughout the year. Marymount is active in interscholastic sports such as basketball, soccer, track & field, badminton, cricket, and volleyball through the GMAA. House league intramurals take place at lunch.Parents may film events for personal consumption; however the school is not liable for anybroadcasting or infringing on copyright laws.
ANNUAL SPORTS AWARDS CEREMONY This is one of the highlights of our school year. It is an opportunity for the administration and staff to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in athletics.
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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMMEMiddle Year Programme
Marymount Academy is proud to offer a local programme of enriched studies based on the curricular model and with the philosophies of the International Baccalaureate Organization Middle Year Programme (IBMYP) at its core.
The Mission Statement of the IBO:
The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop enquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people to help create a better, more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end it works with school, 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.
Middle Years Programme Curriculum
The programme model for the MYP contains a single circle for the four areas, which serve as contexts for learning that could better enable interdisciplinary learning.
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• Approaches to learning—this demonstrates the commitment to approaches to learning as a key component of the MYP for developing skills for learning.
• Approaches to teaching—this emphasizes the MYP pedagogy, including collaborative, authentic learning through inquiry.
• Concepts—this shows the emphasis placed on a concept-based curriculum..
An extra circle highlights other key components of the model. Inquiry-based learning may result in action, which may in turn be demonstrated by students in the form of service in the community. The MYP culminates in the personal project, and this features on the model now. This circle demonstrates the clear alignment with action and service, and with the culminating activities in the PYP and the DP.
There are still eight subject groups, presented without distinct lines between them to indicate the interdisciplinary nature of the MYP.
The emphasis is on the fluidity of the curricular framework and the interrelatedness of the subjects. Aspects of the areas of interaction are addressed naturally through the distinct disciplines.
The overall philosophy of the programme is expressed through three fundamental concepts that support and strengthen all areas of the curriculum. These concepts are based on:
• intercultural awareness • holistic learning • communication
Taken as a whole, the curriculum provides a balanced education that will equip young people for effective participation in the modern world.
The Eight subject areas in each year of the programme include:
1. Language A (English Language Arts)2. Language B (French and Spanish) 3. Mathematics 4. Sciences5. Humanities 6. Arts7. Physical Education8. Technology
Some of these subject areas such as Technology may be integrated in modular courses within other subject areas.
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Attaining the International Programme CertificateThe maximum total score for the IB MYP certificate is 56, with a grade from 1-7 assigned to each required eAssessment.Students must achieve a total of at least 28 points, with a grade of '3' or higher in each eAssessmentcomponent, to be eligible to receive the IB MYP certificate.For students who complete more than one eAssessment for each required or selected subject group, the highest available grade for that requirement contributes to the certificate total. For more details, read the general regulations for the MYP. (http://www.ibo.org/globalassets/publications/become-an-ib-school/myp-general-regulations-2016-en.pdf )
The Global Contexts
MYP global contexts provide shared starting points for inquiry into what it means to be internationally minded, framing a curriculum that promotes multilingualism, intercultural understanding and global engagement. These contexts build on the powerful themes of global significance that structure teaching and learning in the IB Primary Years Programme.
PYP transdisciplinary theme MYP global context Who we are identities and relationships Where we are in place and time orientation in space and time Forms of expression personal and cultural expression How the world works scientific and technical innovation How we organize ourselves globalization and sustainability Sharing the planet fairness and development
These (and other) contexts for teaching and learning inspire explorations of our common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet. They invite reflection on what it means to members of local, national and global communities, and they reflect the real-life issues and concerns of adolescent learners.
Over the course of their MYP journey, students will encounter these six MYP global contexts in every subject group. Working collaboratively, teachers may identify other contexts that provide academic rigour, motivation for learning, opportunities for personal development and support for developing the attributes of the IB learner profile.
Assessment for 2016
For Sec V students from 2016, external moderation of the Middle Years Programme (MYP) personal project will be mandatory. At the same time, we can register for optional eAssessment in all other elements of the programme - with students earning a formal, internationally-recognised certificate if they meet the success criteria.
How eAssessment worksOnce a student registers for eAssessment in the MYP, the IB will be able to assess students' work in two ways:
• ePortfolios of coursework, including a compulsory ePortfolio for the personal project.• on-screen examinations, with each exam lasting two hours.
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The graphic below shows how these two types of assessment are divided across the MYP's different subject groups.
MYP assessment focuses on tasks created and marked by classroom teachers who are well-equipped to make judgments about student achievement. Until now, the MYP has maintained international standards and validated student grades through a system of moderation of samples of student coursework—teachers have selected student work that represents a range of achievement and submitted it to the IB to ensure that the standard of marking is in line with the organization’s expectations. Students from moderating schools have been eligible for the MYP Certificate and records of achievement. All MYP subject groups prescribe detailed assessment criteria that teachers use to evaluate student achievement. This internal assessment of coursework remains a cornerstone of the MYP.
The new MYP includes a range of strategies for assessing whatstudents know and are able to do. As well as the mandatory external moderation of the personal project in 2016, schools may offer MYP eAssessment, in which IB examiners assess:
• sample ePortfolios in order to moderate results to international standards for:
º Language acquisition, validating student achievement in reading,writing, listening and speaking
º Coursework in arts, design or physical and health education
• selected courses in language and literature, sciences, mathematics, individuals and societies, and interdisciplinary learning through two-hour onscreen examinations.
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Community and Service
Community and Service (CS) is an integral part of the International Programme. We try to develop a sense of altruism and responsible citizenship in our students. Hopefully the students will see CS, not as something one does to satisfy a school requirement, but rather, as something one does to contribute to one's community. Ultimately, we hope that our students will be active members of their communities after they leave high school.
Community & Service Penalties- A student will be subject to additional Hours of Community and Service if service hours are not completed within the prescribed time.
Requirements:
Sec. I: 4 hours EVERY TERM (12 hours in total)Sec. II: 5 hours EVERY TERM (15 hours in total)Sec ш: 6 hours EVERY TERM (18 hours in total)Sec. IV & V: 6.25 hours EVERY TERM (20 hours in total)
The Portfolio of Achievement
The Portfolio of Achievement is a complete picture of a student's achievement, in all areas of life, over the course of the programme. Portfolios are passed on from each grade level for continuation; and will be used as a resource for their Personal Project. The portfolio becomes a scrapbook of the students’ achievements and progress through the programme.
The Personal Project
The Personal Project is a significant body of work produced over an extended period of time. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to produce a truly creative piece of work of their choice, and demonstrate the skills they have learned through Approaches to Learning. The personal project holds a very important place in the programme. It is a prerequisite to graduate with an IB Certificate and must be successfully completed by students in the final year (Secondary V). The preparation for personal projects begins in final months of secondary 4.
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Marymount Academy MYPCommunity and Service
Reflections2015-2016
This form has to be completed only once per term. From the activities you carried out on your tracking sheet, chose 2 tasks to reflect upon. Photocopy this sheet for each task.
Name: ______________________________ Level: _____________________________Date of Service: _________________Place of Completion:_________________
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Self-Evaluation:(What did you do well? What could you have done better?)
Secondary 1: 12 hours of service per yearSecondary 2: 15 hours of service per yearSecondary 3: 18 hours of Service per year
Secondary 4 and 5: 20 hours of Service per year
THIS FORM MUST BE PHOTOCOPIED AND COMPLETED EACH TERM. AN ELECTRONIC COPY CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM MMA’S WEBSITE AT www.emsb.qc.ca/marymount.IT WILL BE COLLECTED 1 WEEK AFTER THE END OF TERM AND KEPT IN YOUR PERSONAL MYP PORTFOLIO.
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Education for a better world
The Middle Years Programme:
A guide for parents
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), for students aged 11 to 16, is designed as an inclusive, whole-school programme by the International Baccalaureate (IB), a not-for-profit organization supporting the education of more than 1 million students every year in over 3,900 schools in 147 countries.
Why the Middle Years programme?Parents who want the best possible education for their children choose the MYP because it includes:
• rigorous learning objectives
• a student-centred approach to teaching
• international perspectives
• concern for the whole child
• sustained teaching and learning in more than one language
• a focus on learning how to learn
• the development of flexible thinking that prepares students to evaluate information critically and apply knowledge in complex, unfamiliar situations.
The MYP teaches tools for lifelong learning and fosters responsible attitudes that help students discover how to use what they learn to take principled action. The MYP’s focus on independent learning makes it the ideal preparation for the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP).
Along with the introduction of mandatory moderation of the personal project, 2016 sees a change in the optional assessment for the MYP. The new optional MYP eAssessment provides external evaluation for students in year 5 (15–16 years old) that leads to the internationally recognized IB MYP certificate.
MYP eAssessment represents a balanced, appropriately-challenging model that comprises examinations and coursework.
Two-hour onscreen examinations in four subject groups (language and literature, sciences, mathematics, individuals and societies) and in interdisciplinary learning are individually marked by IB examiners. Portfolios of student work for four subject groups (language acquisition, physical and health education, arts, and design) are moderated by IB examiners to international standards.
These innovative assessments focus on conceptual understanding and the ability to apply knowledge in complex, unfamiliar situations. They offer robust and reliable assessment of student achievement in the MYP.
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Interested in learning more about the MYP? please visit the IB website: www.ibo.org/myp
Interested in learning more about the MYP? Watch a video, download brochures and read more online!
Distinctive features of the MYPAt the core of all IB Programmes is the learner profile, 10 attributes fostered in students that promote their development as responsible members of their local, national and global communities. IB learners strive to be inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective.
In the MYP, students study 8 subject groups, with a minimum of 50 teaching hours per subject group each year. Distinctive features of the MYP include:
• Key and related concepts are big ideas, which form the basis of teaching and learning in the MYP. They ensure breadth and depth in the curriculum and promote learning within and across traditional disciplines.
• Global contexts provide shared starting points for inquiry into what it means to be internationally minded, framing a curriculum that promotes multilingualism, intercultural understanding and global engagement.
• Approaches to teaching and learning, a unifying thread throughout all MYP subject groups, are skills which help students manage their own learning. They provide a foundation for success in further education and the world beyond the classroom.
• Action and service, essential components of the MYP, set out clear learning outcomes that grow from students’ participation in local and global communities. MYP projects are informed by respected models of service learning and provide stepping stones toward the Diploma Programme’s core requirements for Creativity, Action and Service (CAS).
• The personal project, for students completing the programme in year 5, is a culminating experience in which students apply their approaches to learning skills to complete an extended, self-directed piece of work. This required component provides opportunities for creative and truly personal demonstrations of learning.
“Our parents are excited because students are becoming well-rounded and they’re getting that classic liberal arts-minded education.”
Dr. John Waller, director, secondary curriculum and special programs, Marietta City Schools, Marietta, Georgia, USA
1. Organization - Getting organized is the first srep to success.
- Remember that you are responsible for knowing about and completing your assignments and special projects.
- Use your datebook to write down your homework, extracurricular activities, community activities and homeresponsibilities.
- Make sure you have all the materials you need when you go to class and when you do your homework.
2. Time Management - Managing time wisely will help ensure that you have the opportunity to do both thethings you need to do and the things you want to do.
- Plan a definite time to do your homework.
- Plan time for extracurricular and social activities as well as home responsibilities.
- Commit yourself to your time plan, but be flexible. For example, if something happens that makes itimpossible for you to do homework during the regularly scheduled time, plan an alternate time to do the homework.
3. Set Priorities - If you have lots to do, it is important to set priorities.
- Rank each task in 1, 2, 3 order. Start with #1 - the most important task - and continue on down the list.
- When doing homework, start with the subject in which you need the most improvement.
- Check off finished tasks.
- If you frequently find that you cannot finish all the tasks on your list, you may need to prioritize youroptional activities and eliminate some that are low on your priority list.
4. Set Goals - Just wishing to get better grades or to excel in soccer accomplishes nothing. You need a planof action to achieve your goals. Setting goals will result in better grades and higher self-esteem. Best of all,setting goals will make you feel in control of your life. Some hints for setting goals:
- Be specific. List specific goals for each academic subject. Also list goals for other school and home activities.
- Set time limits. Your goals can be both short-term (within a month or on the next quiz or test) and long-term (within the semester or within the school year).
- Set realistic goals. For example, if math has always been difficult for you, don’t aim for an «A» in Algebra at the beginning of the year. If you usually get a «C-» in math, you may want to begin by setting a short-term goal of «C+» or «B-». Reaching that first short-term goal will give you the confidence to raise your goal for the next test or the next grading period.
- Draw up a step-by-step plan of action for reaching each goal; then go for it!
- Write your goals down, and put them in several places (your locker, your datebook, your bulletin board) so you will see them several times a day.
- Share your goals with others - your parents, teachers, good friends, etc. They can give you encouragement.
- Keep at it! Be determined, and keep a positive attitude. Visualize yourself achieving your goals.
- Reward yourself when you reach a goal.
SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE DON’T BECOME SUCCESSFUL BY LUCK. THEIR SUCCESS IS THE RESULT OF SETTING GOALS AND WORKING TO ACHIEVE THOSE GOALS. IN OTHER WORDS, SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE PLAN TO SUCCEED. YOU, TOO, CAN PLAN TO SUCCEED. DON’T PROCRASTINATE. GOOD INTENTIONS WILL NOT HELP YOU SUCCEED. START PLANNING FOR SUCCESS TODAY!
