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Grade 10 Options Evening
Wednesday 27th January 2016
5.30-7pm
To examine Grade 11 & 12 Pathways available at ABA
To explain the Options Process
To discuss specific subjects with teachers (6-7 pm)
Aims
Options Booklet
Options form
Slide-show
ABA staff
University websites
Resources to Support Options process
ABA Student
Mr. Werlinich
TOK Coordinator
Mrs Knapton
High School Counselor
Mrs. Robb
Assistant Principal & IBDP Coordinator
Ms Meiliunas
CAS Coordinator Ms. Mulvaney
EE Coordinator
Mrs. Jack
University Guidance Counsellor
Mrs. Anderson
High School
Principal
Key People
Grade 11 and 12 Pathways at ABA
University entrance Entry policies vary around the world. Careful research must be conducted
•All 3 ABA Pathways can lead to higher education
•IB Diploma points to note
• IB Diploma is a requirement for direct university entry in many countries
• IB Diploma is preferred in some countries but not always required
• The IB Diploma is a highly desirable academic qualification in the United States and UK, but not required for admission.
Choosing the right pathway
Choose a pathway in which you will be successful.
Taking a course does not get a student into a university . Being successful in a course is what universities are looking for.
ABA US High School Diploma Requirements
(Grades 9-12)
Successful completion of CAS
English – 4 credits
Mathematics – 3 or 4 credits*
Science – 3 or 4 credits*
Individuals & Societies– 3 credits
Language Acquisition – 2 credits (in the same language)
Research Project – 1 credit (a 3 or better on the Personal Project meets this requirement)
Creative Arts – 1 credit
Physical Education – 1 credit
Electives – 6 credits
0.5 credits earned for attaining a Level 3 or higher on Semester Reports
Grade Point Average GPA shows how well the credits were earned e.g. 7’s or ’s
*students must complete 4 credits in either Mathematics or Science
25 Total credits must be earned in Grades 9-12 (30 available)
The IB Diploma Model
ABA courses in G11-12 all follow IB Syllabi
Students may enter for individual IB subjects
Students may study 6 subjects at Standard Level
CAS required
ToK and EE optional
IB Courses results are all recorded on one certificate
IB Courses & ABA US High School Diploma
IB Diploma Essentials
3 Standard Level Subjects
3 Higher Level Subjects
The IB Core
The IB Core
CAS
Extended Essay
Theory of Knowledge
6 subjects (3 HL & 3 SL)
Maximum 7 points attained in each subject
= 42 points
Plus 3 bonus points from TOK & EE
42+3 = 45
IB Diploma in Numbers
IBDP Bonus Points
TOK + EE = 3
CAS requirements have not been met.
Candidate’s total points are fewer than . An N has been given for theory of knowledge, extended essay or for a
contributing subject.
A grade E has been awarded for one or both of theory of knowledge and the extended essay.
There is a grade 1 awarded in a subject/level.
Grade 2 has been awarded three or more times (HL or SL).
Grade 3 or below has been awarded four or more times (HL or SL).
Candidate has gained fewer than 12 points on HL subjects (for candidates who register for four HL subjects, the three highest grades count).
Candidate has gained fewer than 9 points on SL subjects (candidates who register for two SL subjects must gain at least 5 points at SL).
IB Diploma failing conditions May 2015 onwards
Course Selection
Follow the path that is right for you
Identify your natural strengths
Listen to your teachers
Clarify your options for university with your parents
Research current and specific university requirements
Be realistic about your passions & abilities
How to best choose courses? Students
Listen to teacher input about your child’s strengths and follow their advice & recommendations
Listen to the student
Be clear about where they can study in university
Be honest about financial limitations
Research with your child current and specific university requirements
Remember that this is their path and no one else’s
Allow and encourage them to follow their passions
How to best support your child in their choices?
Parents
Grade 10 Options 2016 (select one per column)
Group 1: Language & Literature
All Students must select one of:
English A: Literature (HL and SL)
English A: Language & Literature (HL and SL)
Additional handout
Group 2: Language Acquisition
All Students must select one of:
Arabic A: Language & Literature (HL and SL)*
Arabic B (HL and SL)
French B (HL and SL)
Spanish B (HL and SL)
OR with approval from the IB coordinator students opt to study a different language at their own expense.
Spanish ab initio is only available to students not currently studying a language at ABA
*Students with 2 Language A subjects qualify for a Bilingual IB Diploma
Group 3: Individuals & Societies
All Students must select one of:
Business Management (HL and SL)
Economics (HL and SL)
Geography (HL and SL)
History (HL and SL)
*Environmental Systems & Societies (SL only)
* Environmental Systems & Societies is an interdisciplinary subject. It can count as either a group 3 or a group 4 course, or as both.
Group 4: Sciences
All Students must select one of:
Biology (HL and SL)
Chemistry (HL and SL)
Physics (HL and SL)
*Environmental Systems & Societies (SL only)
*Computer Science (with a caveat)
* Environmental Systems & Societies is an interdisciplinary subject. It can count as either a group 3 or a group 4 course, or as both.
Group 5: Mathematics
All Students must select one of:
Mathematical Studies SL*
Mathematics SL*
Mathematics HL*
*determined by placement criteria
Group 6: The Arts OR another subject
All students must select one of:
The Arts
Visual Arts (HL and SL)
Theatre (HL and SL)
OR another subject
Computer Science (HL and SL)
An additional Science
An additional Individuals & Societies
An additional Language
2-4 lessons per week
Health-related aspects of physical fitness
Opportunities to acquire knowledge of and experience various personal fitness improvement methods.
Designed for students who wish to pursue more specific types of activities promoting a physically active and healthy lifestyle.
Participation based with a primary focus of continued activity.
Expectation to exercise vigorously and work to improve personal fitness whilst displaying leadership and initiative.
Life Fitness
Wednesday 10th February 8am
Complete the Online form
Submit the signed completed form to Mrs. Poonam Rishi (SG23)
Deadline
The ABA US High School Diploma alone or with the addition of IB Certificates or the IB Diploma all open doors to university – but be aware of individual university requirements !
It is important to choose a pathway in which you will be successful.
Taking a course does not get a student into a university
Being successful in a course is what universities are looking for
If in doubt – ask for advice from ABA staff
Summary
c. 5 minutes
N.B.
For subject questions see teachers in the next session
For specific questions relating to you or your child’s chosen programme of study please see the relevant staff member afterwards
Questions?
Grade 10 Options Evening
Wednesday 27th January 2016
5.30-7pm