Welcome to Nash-Rocky Mount Schools

International Baccalaureate Program

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RMHS Diploma ProgramThe only IB program in our school system of 17,282 students

One of only 28 programs in NCA program since 199985% of our students earn the diploma

Most earn significant scholarships to university.

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IB teachesKNOWLEDGE

but throughthatTHE STUDENTwilllearntobe

TOLERANTandACCEPTING

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Fosters tolerance and inter-cultural understanding through -critical thinking -problem solving -exposure to new ideas

IB

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IB

Teaches us to see and accept our differences.

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OR

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HOW?

“The programme is presented as six academic areas enclosing a central

core” (IBO).

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THE HEXAGON

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The IB Academic Areas at RMHSGroup 1: Language A1 English Group 2: Language A2 Spanish or French

Group 3: History of the Americas and the 20th Century

Group 4: Biology and ChemistryGroup 5: MathGroup 6 : The ArtsHester, B. 7/2011

The Core

Theory of KnowledgeCreativity Action ServiceExtended Essay

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http://thestartingfive.net/

Inquiry … Question … Investigate … Examine … Probe … Explore …

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Theory of Knowledge (ToK)Looks at our ways of knowing about language, reason, emotion and perception. It is a more abstract approach to learning and knowledge.

It emphasizes reflection and self-awareness.

“It encourages you to think about the nature of knowledge and to reflect on the process of learning in all areas of the diploma program” (IBO).

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CAS makes you a better citizenCreativity, Action and Service: It is the of the program!!!

Creativity –the arts and experiences that involve creative thinking.Action – physical exertion leading to a healthy lifestyle. Service – unpaid and voluntary activities that have a learning benefit.

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Earn CAS through programs such as

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Or through our RMHS CAS outreach, “One Voice”

Past Benefits: Children of the Sudan/Darfur Conflict, Victims of Earthquakes in Haiti and Chile,

Japan’s Earthquake Victims, and Cancer Awareness.

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A 4,000 word research paper of inquiry, that explores a self-selected topic of your choice from any area in

our curriculum.

Extended Essay

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Assessments and ExaminationsAll of the subjects have some form of internal

assessment, which may consist of papers, portfolios, orals, and/or presentations.

Examinations are at the end of the senior year, and all subjects are examined.

To be awarded the diploma, candidates must earn a minimum of 24 out of 45 points, earn a passing score on both the Extended Essay and ToK papers, and complete 150 or more CAS hours (50 in each area).

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University,

Duke University, UNC-Charlotte, Davidson College, Elon University,

UNC-Greensboro, East Carolina University, UNC-Asheville, UNC-

Wilmington, Wake Forest University, New York University, Howard University,

Harvard University, University of Kentucky, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Miami, Ohio State, Murdoch University in Australia, and

more!

Where have our IB students gone?

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Morehead-Cain Scholars, Benjamin B Duke Scholars, Roberson Scholars,

Gates Millennium Scholars, UNC Chancellors Scholars, Park Scholars, Levine Scholars , Buckeye Scholars, Pogue Scholars, Reynolds Scholars,

Acorn Scholars, Andy Griffith Scholars, …

Our IB students earn scholarships that average more than $1,000,000 per

year!!!

What about awarded scholarships?

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Before we leave you to decide

Pros consInternationally

recognizedPrepares you for

collegePrepares you for lifeFosters and develops a

sense of community and humanity

Makes you more self-aware, confident and compassionate

It is hard work and requires full commitment from the entire family

Time managementStressIt is not the path of

least resistance!

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Just YOU?

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Or YOU and IB?

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And the World!!!

YOU and IB

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