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Welcome to the Pre-IB Meet & Greet
Welcome to the
Pre-IB Meet & Greet
THE ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Greg Byrne
Principal
Lola Gayle
Vice- Principal
Paul Hamilton
Vice-Principal
THE IB MISSION STATEMENT
The international Baccalaureate Organization aims to:
• Develop inquiring, knowledgeable and
caring young people
• Develop students who help create a
better and more peaceful world through
intercultural understanding and respect.
WHAT THE IB PROGRAM DOES
FOR STUDENTS
Students are among peers that also enjoy
the challenges/rigor of the program
Develops well rounded learners and higher
order thinking skills
Makes connections between traditional
subjects and the real world
Builds Critical and reflective thinkers.
21st century skills
IMPACT OF THE IB PROGRAM ON STUDENTS
Encourages students across the world
to become active, compassionate and
lifelong learners who understand that
other people, with their differences,
can also be right.
DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
GRADES 11-12
3 Standard Level courses
3 Higher Level courses
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Creativity, Action & Service (CAS)
Extend Essay (EE)
Pamoja Education provides a unique opportunity for our students
to engage in online learning through elements of the IB core.
Pamoja is the only authorized online course provider for IB and
Peel is the first school board to have partnered with them.
This is an opportunity for students to engage in dynamic learning practices that will help prepare them for the workforce.
IB Grade Ontario Equivalency
Level 7 97-100%
Level 6 93-96%
Level 5 84-92%
Level 4 72-83%
Level 3 61-71%
Level 2 50-60%
Level 1 Failing Grade
I.B. FEES
Fees pay for I.B. related costs such as maintaining our status as an
I.B. world school, I.B. exams, staff training, enhanced resources,
experiential learning opportunities, specialized programs such as
managbac
Are $250 each year for Grade 9 and 10 and $1400 each year for
Grade 11 and 12
HB’S PRE-IB FOR
GRADES 9 AND 10
To prepare
Students for the
Challenges of the
Diploma Program
PRE- IB COURSES OFFERED AT HBGrade 9 Grade 10
English English
French French
Geography History
Math Grade 10 Math
Science Grade 11 Math
Phys. Ed. Science
2 Electives:
Art/Music/Drama/Dance Civics/Careers
Business/Technology/ Elective
Family Studies
STUDENT
EXPECTATIONS✓ Maintain a successful academic record
✓ Demonstrate school/community involvement
✓ Have excellent time management skills
✓ Have a positive attitude toward learning
✓ Work well with others
✓ Take initiative
✓ Maintain your wellness
Supporting Student
Success
PREPARATIONS FOR ENTERING GR 9
1) A good work ethic.
2) Enjoy your summer!
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Check out our school website for IB information
www.hmbss.com
Email: [email protected]
