xavier school international baccalaureate diploma program info session 2013
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Diploma ProgramOrientation . August 6, 2013
Xavier School International
Baccalaureate Program
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Students:Heavenly Father, we thank You for theopportunities that You allow us to enjoy.
On our hands You have placed choices forour future, and in us You have given thepower to be better learners that we mayachieve more and be more.
We thank You for our parents who areever with us in our endeavors. Give themthe strength of mind and body, thepatience and loving spirit as they guide usthrough life.
Lord, our parents love for us is immenseand unwavering. Allow us to give themback even a humble portion of this love,by making of ourselves persons they will
be proud of.
OpeningPrayer
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Parents:Almighty and loving Father, grant us thewisdom to know how best to assist ourchildren.
Let us be able to inspire them to be everfocused and determined in their work; toencourage them when work becomesdemanding; and to laud them in their littlest
of accomplishments.
Let us know, O Lord, when to guide ourchildren by the hand and when to let go;when to insist our way and when to trust in
their own abilities and discernment; when togive our all, and when it is best to hold back.
Let us ourselves be lifelong learners as weshare in the work of Your Son, the Divine
Teacher.
OpeningPrayer
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And may our work,and the work of our
children, be a worthyoffering to You, whoare the source of all
good things. Amen.
OpeningPrayer
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MR. BRIAN MARANA
Overview of the IB Diploma Program
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The IBO is a non-profiteducational foundation withits headquarters in Geneva,Switzerland, with offices in
Cardiff, Bethesda, andSingapore.
IBO started in Europe
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What is the IBO? Started in 1968, Geneva, Switzerland, to provide a
rigorous, consistent high school curriculum for thechildren of members of the international diplomatic and
business communities
The IB is now 45 years old.
Over the years, it was able to design three programmesnamely, Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle YearsProgramme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme(DP)
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3 IB world schools are local private schools XAVIER SCHOOL remains a JESUIT school
with a distinctive Filipino-Chinese
character.
IB World Schools (Philippines)
13 IB world schools
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Vision:XS
&I
B
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IBDP
LP
XS
6 Cs
Expanded
6 Cs
InquirerThinker
CompetenceCritical ReflectorsCreative Action +
Eloquent Communicator
Balanced
Risk-takerCharacter Discipline + Magis
ReflectivePrincipled
Conscience Contemplation-in-Action
Communicator CommunityCollaborativeLeadership
KnowledgeableOpen-minded
Culture Compassionate Service
Caring Compassion Global Citizenship
Who is the IB Learner?
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What is the IB Diploma Programme? Atwo-year, pre-university curriculum, that features
holistic learning, depth of learning, and student choiceand initiative
Students choose one course from 2-3 choices in each ofsix subject areas. They remain in those subjects for two
years.
The subjects are externally assessed, meaningstudents take an exam administered by the IBO at theend of the two years. The results of these exams can besent to universities for college credit.
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Research shows that:
IB students outperform their peerson states assessments.
IB Diploma students have higheracceptance rates to colleges.
IB Diploma students perform betterin post-secondary education thantheir peers.
IB standards are aligned with best
practices in education and supporteffective teaching practices.
IB has a positive impact on theculture of a school.
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MR. KENNETH GAN
COURSE OFFERINGS
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Concurrency of learning over 2 years
Depth (3 Higher Level subjects; 240hours of learning each)
Breadth (3 Standard Level subjects,
150 hours of learning each) Allows students to focus on theirstrengths
Rigorous continuous criterion referencedover 2 years: Internal Assessment &External Assessment
XS IB Subjects
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Academic Strength of IB curriculum
Competency will have been achieved in:
1. a first language
2. a second language3. social sciences/humanities
4. natural sciences/physical sciences
5. mathematics6. the arts (theatre, visual arts, music)
C O
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Course Offerings
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Sample 1 Architect
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Sample 1 Lawyer
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Sample 1 Engineer
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Notes on Course Selection
Courses should be catered to studentinterests, abilities, and future plans --in that order
Courses generally will not limit /determine what students can take incollege
Cannot give 1st preferences toeveryone
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MR. EJ LEGASPI
XS IB CORE REQUIREMENTS
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TOKCAS
EE
XS IB CORE
IBDP CORE Creative Action Service (CAS)
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IBDP CORE:
Creating a better and more
peaceful world...
...the development of
ethical beings...
...if you believe in something, you must
not just think or talk or write, but must
act. - Peterson (2003)
CREATIVITY ACTION SERVICE
Arts, and other experiencesthat involve creativethinking.
Physical exertioncontributing to a healthylifestyle, complementingacademic work elsewherein the Diploma Programme.
An unpaid and voluntaryexchange that has alearning benefit for thestudent. The rights, dignityand autonomy of all thoseinvolved are respected.
3 Strands of CAS
Creative, Action, Service (CAS)
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Filipino / Chinese & CLE
XS Required Subjects
These subjects emphasize our identity as a Chinese-Filipino, Catholic school
Students enrolled in IB Chinese take one semester ofXS Filipino every year; students enrolled in IB Filipinotake one semester of XS Chinese every year
All IB students take one semester of CLE each year Courses are specially designed for IB students
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MR. EJ LEGASPI
Requirements for Diploma and Honors
IB G di
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Score Rating
7 Excellent
6 Very Good
5 Good
4 Satisfactory
3 Mediocre
2 Poor
1 Very Poor
N No grade
A candidates examination performance for individual subjects isgraded according to the following scale:
IB Grading
Other Inform tion
Minimum PassingScore
24
Maximum Score 45
Why: 6 subjects x7 points 42 + 3
Maximum Bonus Points(Combined TOK & EE)
3
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IB grades are released by IBO two (2)months after the external exams.
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DIPLOMA conditionsDiploma ResultsA. At least 12 points in HL subjects and
9 points in SL SubjectsB. A grade of at least aDin TOK or
EE. However, if a student receives anE in either EE or TOK, his overall
points must be at least 28.C. Not proven guilty of any academic
dishonesty/malpractice.
D. An approved CAS program has been
completed.
E. All standard XS requirements forgraduation (immersion, clearance)apply to IB students for XS diploma
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Annual Awards
Performance(based on the 2nd semester)
Conduct & Effort(Including Homeroom) Others TOK/EE
Academic
Excellence
At least sum of 38
No grade lower than5 (including Fil / CLE)
At least a
V
No disciplinarystatus
Complete TOK /EE / CAS
At least a
BFirst
Honors
At least sum of 33No grade lower than
5 (including Fil / CLE)
At least aV
No disciplinarystatus
Complete TOK /EE / CAS
At least a
CSecondHonors
At least sum of 30No grade lower than
4 (including Fil / CLE)
At least aV
No disciplinarystatus
Complete TOK /EE / CAS
At least a
C
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MR. PALAN REYES
Support and Special Features
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Reports and Presentations
What are CLASSES like in IB?Student centered
strategies:
Socratic Circles
Group work/discussions
One2One program(Technology-based)
Research & Experiments
Oral Commentaries &
Reflections
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How does LEARNING happen?Student centered
strategies:
Field Trips
Outreach ActivitiesExtracurriculars
Special Lectures IB XCE
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Support
IB Office is in place to providelogistical needs for students
IB Guidance Counselor is appointedto take care of IB students andfacilitate study abroad process forthose interested
Students maintain advisers andmentors for two years
Smaller class size on average(roughly 23 students per class)
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Support
Special web services:
Managebac: for schedulingassessments and tracking progress onEE, CAS, and other assignments
Turnitin: to help students check for
plagiarism GoChinese: Online learning portal
for students learning Mandarin
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Support
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Support
Special web services:
Managebac: for schedulingassessments and tracking progress onEE, CAS, and other assignments
Turnitin: to help students check for
plagiarism GoChinese: Online learning portal
for students learning Mandarin
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MR. BRIAN MARANA
APPLYING TO THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME
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You should apply to IB if you...
are self-motivated and enjoylearning, whether or not you intendto study abroad for university
want to give yourself added academicand intellectual challenges
can practice self-discipline,balance, and sacrifice in order to
achieve goals intend to accomplish the entire
diploma, not because of parentaldemand but ofyour own choice
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You should apply to IB if you...
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3. Habits associated with independentand self-initiated intellectual growth
4. Involvement in extracurricularactivities (in and out of school)
5. Students habits of mind specifically, evidence of their potential
and/or readiness for the IB program.
The admissions committee will lookinto the following indicators:
1. Proficiency in academic subjects inH1 and H2
2. Effective oral and written
communication skills
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3. Habits associated with independentand self-initiated intellectual growth
4. Involvement in extracurricularactivities (in and out of school)
5. Students habits of mind specifically, evidence of their potential
and/or readiness for the IB program.
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Application Requirements:
Two sealed teacherrecommendation forms4
O.R. of Application Fee ofP10,000 (non-refundable)3
IB Application Form1 Parent Questionnaire2
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IBDP Application time line
AUGUST Deadline for Submission of ApplicationRequirements; Verification by Faculty and Staff
SEPTEMBER Interview with students
OCTOBER
Release of Application results, Collection ofCommitment Bond (non-refundable), Pre-enrollment for subjects
2014 Release of course selection
MAY, 2014 Regular Enrollment
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Dates & Venues
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Dates & Venues
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Dates & Venues
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Dates & Venues
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MR. BRIAN MARANA
Frequently Asked Questions
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Concern Response
Grades1- 7 instead of A+ to FReport cards released every
semester
AwardsSemester AwardsAnnual Awards
Diploma Xavier Diploma & IB Diploma
Graduation Together with batchmates
More XS IBDP FAQs
More XS IBDP FAQs
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Concern Response
PE, ECA Together with batchmates
X-ELECT Not required
Days With
The Lord
Together with classmates
Local CollegeApplications
Processed together withbatchmates
More XS IBDP FAQs
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XS IBDP FAQs
Do I need to have the IB Diploma if Iwant to study abroad?
Whats the advantage of joining IB if I
dont want to study abroad? What about my social life? What
will I have to give up to be successfulin IB?
What happens if I fail at the end ofH3? What happens if I dont getthe IB Diploma?
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XS IBDP FAQs
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XS IBDP FAQs
Do I need to have the IB Diploma if Iwant to study abroad?
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XS IBDP FAQs
Do I need to have the IB Diploma if Iwant to study abroad?
Whats the advantage of joining IB if I
dont want to study abroad?
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XS IBDP FAQs
Do I need to have the IB Diploma if Iwant to study abroad?
Whats the advantage of joining IB if I
dont want to study abroad? What about my social life? What
will I have to give up to be successfulin IB?
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XS IBDP FAQs
Do I need to have the IB Diploma if Iwant to study abroad?
Whats the advantage of joining IB if I
dont want to study abroad? What about my social life? What
will I have to give up to be successfulin IB?
What happens if I fail at the end ofH3? What happens if I dont getthe IB Diploma?
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PATRICK WEE 13
STUDENT SHARING
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Diploma ProgramOrientation . August 6, 2013
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