Title: DRUID HILLS HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM Martha Donovan, IB Coordinator Parent Sy
1DRUID HILLS HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMMartha Donovan, IB
CoordinatorParent Symposium 25 August
2008 630 PMSign in and help yourself to our
brochures.
2THE IB IS DRIVEN BY A MISSION
- The International Baccalaureate Organization
consists of three programmes offered world wide
the Primary Years Programme, the Middle Years
Programme, and the Diploma Programme. - Druid Hills offers the Diploma Programme.
- All three are organized around a student-centered
philosophy published in The IB Learner Profile.
3INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
- The IB diploma programme is pre-university
program for highly motivated and capable juniors
and seniors. - IB encourages young adults to be informed,
tolerant, and global as they attain a broad-based
liberal arts background. - Students who master all the components of IB will
graduate with two diplomas, one from DHHS and one
from IB. - The IB diploma is recognized by many colleges and
universities and can result in college credit.
4HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LEARNER PROFILE
The aim of all IB programmes is to develop
internationally minded people who, recognizing
their common humanity and shared guardianship of
the planet, help to create a better and more
peaceful world. IB LEARNERS STRIVE TO BE
5History of IB at DHHS
- The effort began in 2002 when former principal
Dr. Bartley took up the challenge from DeKalb
County. - Under Mrs. Adamsons leadership, the IBO accepted
DHHS as an IB World School in summer 2004. - The adoption of our IB Programme exemplifies our
commitment to advanced academics and
internationalism which complements the needs of
our diverse and ambitious community.
6We are a community of scholars
- Druid Hills students have access to the largest
number of accelerated academic options Dekalb
County has to offer, such as - International Baccalaureate (sponsored by the
IBO) - Advanced Placement (sponsored by the College
Board) - Dual-Enrollment
- At Druid Hills, all students are encouraged to
strive for excellence!
7CRITERIA FOR PARTICIPATION
- Minimum overall B average (recommended 3.3 or
higher) - Completion of Algebra I in the 8th Grade
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- Advanced, accelerated, and/or gifted classes.
- Commitment to four years of a second language in
high school - Most recent standardized composite test scores at
75 percentile or above OR a scaled score of 350
or above in reading on the CRCT
8CRITERIA
- Completion of the student packet with
parent/guardian approval - Completed parent questionnaire
- Two teacher recommendations from academic
subjects - Students written statement about interest in IB
9The IB Diploma Curriculum
Students study concurrently
Language A1 (Group 1) English
Individuals and Societies (Group 3) History of
the Americas World Topics
- Three subjects at higher level (240 hours each)
- Three subjects at standard level (150 hours
each). - All three parts of the core.
Language B (Group 2) French or Spanish 4 year
proficiency
Experimental Sciences (Group 4)
Biology or Chemistry
Mathematics (Group 5) Math Studies or Math SL
The IB Learner Profile and the core are central
to the philosophy of the Diploma Programme.
The Arts and Electives (Group 6) Visual Arts ,
Theater Arts, or Psychology
10Unique to IB
- THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE (TOK)
- The focus of the TOK course is studying what we
know in the various fields of knowledge and how
we know it. - EXTENDED ESSAY
- The extended essay is a 4000 word research
paper. Each student has the opportunity to
investigate a topic of special interest. - CREATIVITY, ACTION, SERVICE (CAS)
- Students participate in artistic pursuits,
sports, and community service in order to develop
themselves, the school and its community.
11Course Selection
- 9th Grade
- 9th Lit Accel
- Citz/Geography Accel
- Accel. Math I
- Biology Accel
- French or Spanish
- Health/P.E.
- Career Technology
10th Grade World Lit Accel AP World History (2
semesters) Accel. Math II Chemistry
Accel French or Spanish (up to level
III) Economics
12Course Selection
- 11th and 12th grades
- IB English 11 and 12
- History of the Americas and World Topics
- Physics and either IB Biology or IB Chemistry
- French or Spanish IV and IB French or Spanish
- Theory of Knowledge
- IB elective (either art, theater, or psychology)
- Accel. Math III with IB Math Studies or Analysis
with IB Math SL or Analysis and AP Calc and IB
Math HL
13IB ASSESSMENT
- Assessment includes both final exams and internal
assessment using IB grade criteria. Assessment is
predominantly written, oral and hands-on. - Marks per course range from 1-7.
- Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least
24 points. - Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay also
assessed. - Candidates must complete CAS (150 hours)
14Is IB Right For My Child?
- The biggest factors in IB success are
Preparedness and Work Ethic. - Look for willingness to engage in difficult
academic tasks. - Look for an interest in engaging in challenge in
all subject areas. - Look for motivation that increases and school
enjoyment that increases when challenges
increase. - Consider the appropriateness of IBs holistic,
ideal-driven approach to learning for your child.
15University Recognition
How well is the IB Diploma Program recognized by
universities?
The IB works closely with universities in all
regions of the world to gain recognition for the
IB diploma
- Direct online access for university admissions
officers and government officials to syllabuses
and recent examination papers - A database of university admission policies on
www.ibo.org - Recognition in over 100 countries
- Recognition by over 2,000 universities
- Some universities offer scholarships and advanced
placement for IB students
162006-2008 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES (selection)
Sweet Briar College Tulane University University
College London (UK) University of Alabama
University of California, Berkeley University of
California, Los Angeles University of
Chicago University of Georgia University of
North Carolina, Chapel Hill University of
Virginia Vanderbilt University Wake Forest
University Warren Wilson College Washington
University in St. Louis Winthrop
University Young Harris College
Georgia State University Guilford College
Indiana University Johns Hopkins
University Lawrence University Marlboro College
Mercer University New York University North
Carolina State University Northwestern
University Oberlin College Reed College Rice
University Rhodes College Rutgers
University Sewanee, University of the
South Spelman College St. Andrews Presbyterian
College St. Johns University Swarthmore
Agnes Scott College Auburn University Berry
College Boston College Boston University Brandeis
University Cambridge University (UK) Clemson
University College of Charleston Colorado
College Cornell University Davidson College Duke
University Emory at Oxford Emory University
Furman University Georgia College and State
University Georgia Institute of Technology
17What to do next
- Get an application tonight.
- Write October 1 as the Deadline.
- Ms. Donovan will collect the two Teacher
Recommendations. - Once a child submits an application, Ms. Donovan
will handle all scheduling and most other
counseling needs. - The application neither guarantees nor binds
enrollment in IB in 11th grade. - Provide a reliable email address (preferred) or
phone number to receive notices of meetings and
deadlines. - Use the Druid Hills Website to stay informed.