WCHS| Lethbridge|IB Information Evening April 26

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) @ WC

WHAT IS THE IB LEARNER PROFILE?

The IB Learner Profile

Inquirers Knowledgeable

Thinkers Communicators

Principled Caring

Open Minded Balanced

Risk-takers Reflective

• Admission to grade 10 pre-IB based on marks in science, social, English and math with an average of 80% or higher

• Should complete as many gr 10 pre-IB courses as possible to keep door open for future IB programming.

• After grade 10 students decide to enter a partial (certificate) or full (diploma) program.

• Full program many not be possible if grade 10 prerequisites are not met.

WCHS GRADE 10 PRE-IB

The application process:

• Speak to your teachers directly about their recommendations for you

• All applicants will be notified of their application status before registration in April.

Advantages for University to a full diploma candidate:

• Advanced selection/placement (some as early as April)

• Often given priority for residence placements

• Additional scholarship opportunities

• Advanced credit for some courses

• Better prepared for University level work

• IB students are highly recruited

• Completion of an IB diploma program is highly correlated to success at University

• IB diploma recipients have the highest average GPA’s

• IB diploma recipients have the highest % of 4 year grads

• Group 5 – Mathematics:

-Mathematics (Incl. Math 31- calculus)

• Group 6 – Arts and Electives:

-*Chemistry

-*Music (IB Music theory)

-*Theatre Arts (IB Drama)

-*Visual Arts (IB Art)

*Students in a fine arts IB option will still be able to complete a second non-IB science, either physics or chemistry.

*Students taking IB chemistry will be able to complete non-IB high school physics.

• Group 1 – English:

-English A1

• Group 2 – Second Language:

-French B (Previous French required)

-Spanish (beginner Spanish)

• Group 3 – Individuals and Societies

-European History

• Group 4 – Experimental Sciences:

-Biology

FLEXIBILITY IN THE SIX SUBJECTS

IB FULL DIPLOMA PROGRAMAdditional Requirements:

1. Theory of Knowledge (ToK)

• A 100 hour program over two years focusing on Ways of Knowing, Problems of Knowledge and Areas of Knowledge.

• 1200-1400 word essay on one of six prescribed titles.

2. Extended Essay

• A substantial piece of independent research of about 4000 words in a subject chosen by the student.

3. Creativity, Action & Service (CAS)

• 150 h over two years devoted to CAS with at least 50 h in each of the three areas.

FULL DIPLOMA SCHEDULE

TOK - Grade 11 = 6 weeks after Math 31 World Exam

- Grade 12 = 1 period from English / week, and 1 period from each other subject rotating per week

Grade 10 Pre-IB Grade 11 Grade 12

Semester-1 Semester-2 Semester-1 Semester-2 Semester-1 Semester-2

English 10i Social 10i English 20i Social 20i English 30iLit 21i

History 35i

Science 10iFrench 10i

orSpanish 10

Biology 20iFrench 31a

or Spanish

Social 30iBiology 25i

Chem 25i

Math 10i Math 20i Math 30i Math 31i Biology 30iFrench 31b

orSpanish

Art 10or

Dramaor

Any option

CALM 20and

PE 10

Art 20ior

Drama 20ior

Music 10ior

Chem 20i

Reg. Physics 20or

Reg Chem 20or

Option

Art 30ior

Drama 30ior

Music 30ior

Chem 30i

Reg. Physics 30or

Reg Chem 30or

Option

Section E - IB Application Details: Note: We strongly recommend that students enrol as full IB students in the Churchill Pre-IB program. It is always possible to switch to a partial program later.

Please indicate if you are seeking: Full (Diploma) status: __________ or Partial (Certificate) status: __________

Indicate each of the Churchill Pre-IB courses you would like to take. Full Diploma students must complete courses in all six subject groups. In groups 2 and 6 you must indicate your preferences from within the list provided:

______ Group 1: English - register in English 10i for pre-IB.

Group 2: Second Language Select one of the following: ______ Spanish (must be a beginner) - register in Spanish 10. ______ French B (requires previous French studies) - register in French 10i ______ Home Language Self Study: Indicate which language: _______________________ (must be able to read and write fluently in your home language)

______ Group 3: History - register in Social 10i for Churchill Pre-IB.

______ Group 4: Biology - register in Science 10i for Churchill Pre-IB.

______ Group 5: Math - register in Math 10i and Math 20i for Churchill Pre-IB.

Group 6: Elective Select one of the four choices: ______ Art IB - register in Art 10 for Churchill Pre-IB. ______ Drama IB - register in Drama 10 for Churchill Pre-IB. ______ Music IB – must have some previous music background. ______ Chemistry IB - register in Science 10i for Churchill Pre-IB. Note: Even though you choose a group 6 subject now, it is sometimes possible to change your selection in your Grade 11 year. For example, if you take Art or Drama 10, then decide that you would prefer Chemistry IB, you may switch to Chemistry as long as you have successfully completed Science 10i and Math 10. All group 6 electives require teacher permission for acceptance into the course. In the case of Art, Drama and Chemistry, Grade 10 prerequisites must be completed. Music IB students do not have to be in the band or choir, however some music background is necessary. Students taking private lessons with an instrument or in voice will likely qualify. Also, students who have participated in middle school band or choir will be eligible.

If you have any questions about the collection, use or disclosure of this information, please contact:

Carey Rowntree, Vice Principal, IB Coordinator WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL

1605 – 15th Avenue North LETHBRIDGE AB T1H 1W4

Telephone: (403) 328-4723 or E-mail: carey.rowntree@lethsd.ab.ca

APPLICATION FOR CURRENT 9’S

WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL 1605 – 15th Avenue North

LETHBRIDGE AB T1H 1W4

Telephone: (403) 328-4723 FAX: (403) 329-4572 E-mail: carey.rowntree@lethsd.ab.ca Web Page: www.wchs.lethsd.ab.ca

Application to the Churchill Pre-IB program for students entering Grade 10 Section A - Personal Information: Surname:_____________________ First Name:___________________ Middle Name:______________

Telephone No._________________ E-mail Address:________________________________________

Mailing Address:____________________________________________ City:________________________

Postal Code:_____________ Date of birth:_____ _____ _____ Advisor: ___________________ D M Y

Parent/Guardian Name(s):________________________________________________________________

Section B or C - Previous School: (Complete section B or C, not both)

B – Lethbridge Public Schools

I am completing my Grade 9 year at:

(check one below)

Winston Churchill High School

Chinook High School

Lethbridge Collegiate Institute

C – Other Schools I am completing my Grade 9 year at:

School Name:____________________________________

School Address:__________________________________

School Phone Number: ____________________________

School email: ____________________________________

Section D - Academic Performance: (Indicate Grade 9 report card marks to date)

Subject Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Teacher’s Name

Language Arts

Social Studies Math Science French (if applicable)

(A photocopy of your most recent report card may be attached to this application form as an alternative

to completing the above table.)

Please complete the reverse

APPLICATION FOR CURRENT 10’S

WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL 1605 – 15th Avenue North

LETHBRIDGE AB T1H 1W4

Telephone: (403) 328-4723 FAX: (403) 329-4572 E-mail: tara.orser@lethsd.ab.ca Web Page: www.wchs.lethsd.ab.ca

Application for admission to the IB program for students entering Grade 11

Surname:_____________________ First name:___________________ Middle Name:______________

Date of birth:_____ _____ _____ Telephone No.______________ E-mail Address:________________ dd mm yy

Parent/Guardian Name:______________________________

Mailing Address:

_____________________________________________________________________________________ (house/box no.) (city) (postal code)

If you are attending a school other than Winston Churchill, please give the full name, address and

telephone number of the school you have been attending:

School Name:________________________ Address:_______________________ Postal Code ________

Telephone No. of school ___________________ E-mail Address of school_________________________

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Please indicate which program you are applying for:

DIPLOMA (full IB) program: ____________

Certificate (partial) program: ___________

Please identify the IB subject(s) you wish to register in:

English 20i ______ Social 20i ______ Mathematics 30i ______ Mathematics 31i ______

French 20i ______ Spanish 20 ______ Home language self study ______ (language ____ )

Biology 20i ______

One of: Chemistry 20i ______ Drama 20i ______ Art 20i ______ Music 20i ______

Applications for students entering grade 9 or 10 can be found on school website under About Us

IB Benefits

• Receive excellent preparation for university

• Improve reading and writing skills

• Upgrade time management skills

• Be grouped with other students of similar academic abilities

• Have teachers that have received professional development necessary for teaching IB

IB Challenges

• Is a rigorous academic program for university bound students

• Will be challenging and stimulating for academically motivated students

• Is a ‘global’ program in which students around the world share a common curriculum and examinations

• IB students have full active lives. Most are involved in extra-curricular programs, volunteer activities, student leadership activities and work part-time jobs in addition to their school work and social calendar!

SO WHY INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE?

Broad range of academic courses-students graduate with advanced studies in science, math, history and literature

Skills in a second language- all full diploma students complete a second language course, usually in French or Spanish

Many IB options available- Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Music or a second science (Chemistry)

Theory of Knowledge course- explores the basis of knowledge through fun and interesting discussions and activities

Extended Essay- an independent study in a topic the student chooses, resulting in an essay demonstrating the advanced writing and research skills learned in IB

CAS requirements- as active citizens in the local community, IB students volunteer to provide service to others

International focus of IB- both in and out of classes, students maintain a worldview of issues and concepts. IB students are global citizens

IB students are leaders- they combine strong academic performance with involvement in the school community at large. Its no wonder that full diploma students are highly sought after by major universities around the world!

IB IS A TRULY UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY