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PIERCE – THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF GREECE
“NON MINISTRARI – SED MINISTRARE”
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Presentation plan:
1. What is IB Diploma Program (DP)?
2. Why IB DP?
3. Why Pierce - IB DP?
4. Integration of Pierce - IB DP to ACG community.
Pierce Mission:“The mission of Pierce is to provide a holistic education toform intellectually independent, morally responsible,socially engaged global citizens.”
IBO Mission:“The International Baccalaureate aims to developinquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people whohelp to create a better and more peaceful world throughintercultural understanding and respect. To this end theorganization works with schools, governments andinternational organizations to develop challengingprograms of international education and rigorousassessment. These programs encourage students acrossthe world to become active, compassionate and lifelonglearners who understand that other people, with theirdifferences, can also be right.”
IB + Pierce Student’s Learner Profile:
IB Worldwide Data:
IB currently work with over 5000 schools, in 147 countries,to
develop and offer four challenging programmes (PYP, MYP, DP,
CAREER RELATED) to over 1,000,000 students worldwide.
IB Worldwide Data:
IB DP Model:
IB DP Model: The Core
Theory Of Knowledge
In TOK students reflect on the nature of knowledge and onhow we know what we claim to know. TOK engages studentsin critical thinking and exploration of the nature of knowledgeacross disciplines encouraging an appreciation of othercultural perspectives.
How do I know?
What do I know?
How do WE
know?
What do WE
know?
Theory Of Knowledge
The TOK course is assessed through:
1. An oral presentation and planning report (33%)2. An essay (max 1600 words) (67%)
The presentation assesses the ability of the student to applyTOK thinking to a real-life situation, while the essay takes amore conceptual starting point.
The essay may ask students to discuss the claim that themethodologies used to produce knowledge depend on the useto which that knowledge will be used.
Course Assessment
Extended Essay
The Extended Essay (EE) is an independent, scholarly andself-directed piece of research, finishing with a 4,000-wordpaper. You should choose a research question that you willenjoy searching and writing about.
TOK + EE Bonus Points
Creativity, Activity and Service
A way of building knowledge from life situations
Part of the IB core
Compulsory for all students
Not assessed (no grade!)
A number and a range of CAS experiences
(Not IB curriculum)
One CAS project
5 stages: Investigation, Preparation, Action, Reflection, Demonstration
Duration: continuous 18 months
Creativity, Activity and Service
CAS experiences/CAS project
CREATIVITY
Article writing
Dance
Theatre
Music
New language
Arts exhibition
ACTIVITY
School gym
Sports
5K, 10K runs
Walking
SERVICE
Immigrants
Elderly
Children in need
Environment
Mutual benefit!!
Creativity, Activity and Service
The Goals of CAS
Develop as an individual as a result of your involvement in
CAS experiences
Develop skills, talents, areas for growth
Learn about and contribute to communities in which you live
Make the world a better place through active involvement
Experiential education (experience + reflection = learning)
Meet 7 learning outcomes (identify strengths/weaknesses, collaborate, initiate, commit…)
Creativity, Activity and Service
Requirements for a Successful CAS
Understand what CAS is
Initiate and plan CAS experiences
Get approval from CAS coordinator
Frequent updating of CAS portfolio (electronic)
3 interviews with CAS coordinator
Spread through 18-month period
Have fun!
Subject Groups
1. Studies in Language and Literature
2. Language Acquisition
3. Individuals and Societies
4. Sciences
5. Mathematics
6. The Arts
Pierce – IB DP Curriculum
Assessment in IB DP
Award of the Diploma:
6 courses with 7 points for each subject
o 3 Higher Level HL (240 hours each)
o 3 Standard Level SL (150 hours each)
o Grading Scale: 1(lowest) – 7 (highest)
TOK + EE = 3 points (100 + 40 hours)
CAS (no points but compulsory)
Total 45 points available
Minimum threshold 24 points to receive the Diploma
Exceptions and Additional Requirements
Award of the Diploma:
Why IB DP?
IB DP
Recognized Worldwide
High Academic
Qualifications
International Gold
Standard
University Admissions Preference
Why IB DP?
Why IB DP?
1. IB DP increases Academic opportunity!
[DP graduates are much more likely to be enrolled attop higher education institutions]
(Based on IB Based Research)
2. IB students care about more than just results!
[Through creativity, action, service (CAS) you learn
outside the classroom and develop emotionally and ethically as well as intellectually]
3. IB encourages students to become confident and independent learners!
[The extended essay requires independent research
through an in-depth study]
Why IB DP?
4. IB DP encourages critical thinking!
[Learn how to analyze and evaluate issues, generate ideas and consider new perspectives]
5. IB DP is an international qualification!
[The DP is recognized globally by Universities and
employers]
6. IB students are globally - minded!
[Language classes encourage an international mindset,
key for increasingly globalized societies.
Why IB DP?
7. IB students have proven time-management skills !
[Take good study habits and strong time management to further education and the working world]
8. IB DP subjects are not taught in isolation!
[Theory of knowledge (TOK) classes encourage you to
make connections between subjects]
9. IB DP assesses more than examination techniques!
[Learn to understand, not just memorize facts or topics
and prepare for exams]
10. IB DP encourages breadth and depth of knowledge
[You are able to choose courses from six subject groups and study subjects at different levels]
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
Is it the right choice ?
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
What do I need to know ?
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
Student Characteristics
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
How do I choose ?
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
A’ Lyceum Timeline
2018- March 14-April 14: Meet with A’ Lyceum2018- Early June: IB Course Selection Finalized2018- Sept +: Register: SAT or ACT for 2018- 20192019- Jan-Sept:
-Take Pre-University Exams & IELTS-Write Personal Statement /Choose Univ. - Oct 15:- Deadline UK Medical Schools- Nov. 1: Early Decision/Action-U.S.
2019- Jan 1 - Most U.S. Universities- Jan 15 - UK & Europe
Studies Abroad : Why IB DP ?
B’ Lyceum Timeline
2018 Feb. 10: MEET with IB/ B’ Lykeiou April 15- June 15:
Personal StatementsChoose UniversitiesTake IELTS
Sept 15+ : ApplyTake Pre-Univ Exams
Oct. 15 : UK Medical SchoolsOct 31+ : Early Action/Early Decision/US
2019 Jan. 1 : U.S.Jan 15+ : UK & Europe
University Counseling
The “Best Fit” College Plan
1. Set realistic goals
2. Align your ability, passions and career goals with degree choice
3. Select proper IB courses to meet degree requirements
4. Maintain high grades
5. Show leadership initiative and innovation in choice of activities
6. Research broad scope of universities in U.S., Europe & abroad
7. Apply to those within the range of your ability, budget & dreams
Pierce IB DP Curriculum and Team:
Studies in Language and Literature: Modern Greek Literature A (HL / SL) Dr. Kantzia, Mrs. Lada
Language Acquisition:English Language B (HL / SL)Mrs. Niadas, Mrs. Petropoulou, Ms. Lisa Seed-Trujillo
Individuals and Societies:History (HL / SL)Dr. Gassenschmidt, Dr. Papoulia
Economics (HL / SL)Dr. Doulos, Mr. Makris, Mr. Liolios
Business and Management (HL / SL)Mr. Makris
Psychology (HL / SL) Mrs. Foteinopoulou
Pierce IB DP Curriculum and Team:
Sciences: Biology (HL / SL) Dr. Vlachantoni, Dr. Valahas, Dr. Zogka
Chemistry (HL / SL)Dr. Soulas, Dr. Valahas
Physics (HL / SL)Dr. Tampakis
Computer Science (HL / SL) Mr. Katsoulis
Mathematics:Higher LevelDr. Vrontakis (IB DP Coordinator)
Standard Level Dr. Kanta
Mathematical Studies (SL)Dr. Kanta
Pierce IB DP Curriculum and Team:
Arts: Visual Arts (HL / SL) Mr. Ioannou
Theater (HL / SL)Mrs. Salliari
Theory Of Knowledge: Dr. Stamatellos
Creativity Activity Service:Dr. Vlachantoni (Coordinator), Mr. Ioannou
Extended Essay:Dr. Papoulia
University Counselor: Mrs. Ellen Froustis
IB DP Office – Academic Assistant:Dr. Papoulia
Pierce IB DP / Academic Structure
Pierce IB DP / Grading Rubric
Pierce IB DP / Descriptive Evaluation
Pierce IB DP / Grade Report
Pierce IB DP / Rules and Regulations
Pierce IB DP + Pierce Lyceum
Always Connected!
Participation of IB DP Students in the “Sunny Days”magazine.
Participation of IB DP Students in school educational visits, excursions, etc.
Students Elections in IB DP.
Pierce IB DP Students’ Thanksgiving Dinner+Commencement.
School Nurse / School Psychologist.
Mentoring
Equivalent to Greek “Apolytirio”(Ιστορία, Λογοτεχνία, Έκθεση, με την ύλη και τις εξετάσεις του Ελληνικού Προγράμματος)
Pierce IB DP + Pierce Lyceum
Always Connected!
Study Sessions.
Electronic Platforms Support (ManageBac, Blackboard).
Absences’ Policy / Regulations and Restrictions.
Parents’ and Teachers’ Meetings.
Participation of IB DP Students in Pierce Clubs.
Internship / Job Shadowing
Pierce IB DP Foundation Year
Advisors
SAT, A-Levels, etc. support.
Pierce IB DP Practices and Procedures
1. Academic Structure
2. School’s Forms and Procedures (Daily Absences, TRF, SAPF, Supervisions etc.)
3. IBO’s Forms and Procedures (Academic Honesty, Coordinator’s Notes, HoP–per Subject, General Regulations, Grade Descriptors, Conduct of Examinations)
4. New Building Facilities
5. Deadlines (for I.A. / E.E.)
6. Timeline of Procedures
7. Academic Honesty
8. Predicted Grades
Psychological Support and Counseling
Tutorial Topics / Discussion
Introducing IB Program / Philosophy.
IB Learner Profile.
Time Management / Study Habits.
The Role of IB School Psychologist.
Stress / Time Management.
Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses.
Identifying and Setting Personal Goals.
Diploma Programme Foundation Year
IB Authorization Visit
“Other comments of the verification team
beyond the standards and practices…”
The team was most impressed by the academic
qualifications, the passion and the commitment of the
school staff. Staff should consider becoming IB DP
examiners and engaging in other means of involvement
directly and individually with the IB organization.
The team remarked upon the splendid facilities and
resources.
The team complimented the educational managers and
administrators for their excellent work.
Welcome aboard!!!