Advanced Placement

International Baccalaureate"For many years the IB has played an important role in changingthe lives of students through a strong academic curriculum. IBprogrammes engage students in an international educationthat provokes a greater acceptance and understanding of theworld around them. I am delighted to see such a forward-lookingorganization setting its future strategy in a way that will enablemore students to benefit from an IB education .“

- Carol Bellamy, Chair of the IB Board of Governors “Thus, even more compelling than the rigorous process of developing AP is the

effect of AP on the lives of the students who pursue AP programs. Studies—and the testimony of students — demonstrate the vital role Advanced Placement plays in students developing a clear understanding of college-level academic expectations and a lasting passion for and engagement with academic disciplines in which they often eventually major.”

- Statement from college faculty involved in AP

IN Academic Honors Diploma

Earn 4 credits in two or more AP courses & complete the exams

OREarn 4 credits in IB courses & complete the exams

ORComplete 2 of the following:– 3 credits of dual credit courses,– 2 credits in an AP course & complete the exam, or– 2 credits in IB & complete the corresponding exam

Balancing AP and IB: They BOTH

• attract highly-motivated students• are rigorous and devoted to academic

excellence• involve dedicated and creative teachers

who participate in intensive professional development

• allow students to earn college credit• prepare students for the ACT and SAT• Prepare students for the rigor of a college

education

Balancing AP and IB

Advanced Placement• Curriculum covers a broad

spectrum of ideas• External assessment at

course’s end aligned to national standards

• Each course stands alone

International Baccalaureate• Curriculum allows for

inquiry and depth of study• Varied internal and external

assessments moderated internationally

• Sequence of courses with an interdisciplinary approach

Why AP? College level course in a high school

setting Earn college credit Broad curriculum in individual

courses Earn local, state and national

recognition and scholarships

Over 90% of colleges/universities accept AP scores

Students who take AP are much more likely

than their peers to complete a college degree on time

85% of college/universities report that a students AP experience favorably impacts admissions decisionsStudents AP have a

higher four-year graduation rates that those who did not take AP by over 60%

One year of college typically costs between $8,000 (in state) and $19,000 (out-of-state)

AP at CHSAP Capstone: Research*AP Capstone: Seminar*

Art DepartmentArt HistoryStudio Art: 2-DStudio Art: 3-DStudio Art: Drawing

Business DepartmentComputer Science A

English DepartmentEnglish Language

CompositionEnglish Literature

Composition

Math DepartmentCalculus ABCalculus BCStatistics

Science DepartmentBiologyChemistryPhysics IPhysics CEnvironmental Science

Social Studies DepartmentEuropean HistoryWorld History

US HistoryComparative Government &

PoliticsGovernment & PoliticsHuman GeographyMicroeconomicsMacroeconomicsPsychology

World Language DepartmentGerman Language & CultureSpanish Language & CultureSpanish Literature & CultureJapanese Language & CultureFrench LanguageLatin

5-year AP Trends at CHS

CHS Class of 2013…

1427 took 2447 AP exams83% of the exams were 3 or higher146 AP Scholars85 AP Scholars with Honor215 AP Scholars with Distinction70 AP National Scholars1 AP State Scholar1 Siemens State finalist

COURSE OF STUDY 11TH AND 12TH GRADE

1. Math2. English3. Social Studies4. Science5. World Languages6. Performing Arts or a 2nd core course7. Theory of Knowledge

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 SL/HLLanguage A1 English 9 English 10-1,10-2 HL

Honors English 9 Honors English 10-1,10-2

Language B Spanish 2 Spanish 3 IB Spanish 4 IB Spanish 5 SLFrench 2 French 3 IB French 4 IB French 5 SLGerman 2 German 3 IB German 4 IB German 5 SLLatin 1 Latin 2 IB Latin 3 IB Latin 4 SL/HL

Individuals and Societies World History AP European History HLAP World History Government/EconomicsIB Psychology SL SL

Business and HLExperimental Science Biology Chemistry HL

Honors Biology Honors Chemistry IB Chemistry SL (one year)

SL

Mathematics Algebra I Geometry Algebra 2 IB Math Studies (one year) SLGeometry Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus/IB Math SL IB Math Studies (one year) SLHonors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus/IB Math SL Calculus AB/IB Math SL SLHonors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calculus AP Calculus BC/IB Math Multivariable Calculus/IB SL/HL

*IB Computer Science HL HLThe Arts Drawing/Visual Arts Drawing/Visual Arts SL/HL

Choir/Orchestra/Ba AND Music Theory SL/HLTheater Arts 1-2 Advanced Theater SL/HLMedia Arts Media Arts SL/HLPre-IB SRT Pre-IB SRT CAS SRT CAS SRT

Staff Mentor and Advisor Staff Mentor and Advisor

*IB Computer Science HL is viewed as an elective under category 5. Students must still take a math course to earn the Diploma. In addition to the IB curriculum requirements, students must also meet the requirements for graduation set by the State of Indiana.

These include Fine Arts (2 semesters for Academic Honors if not taking Group 6), PE (2 semesters), Health OR Interpersonal Communications (1 semester), Government (1 semester), Economics (1 semester).

Please speak with your counselor and carefully review specific graduation requirements outlined in the CHS Program of Studies.

IB Visual ArtsIB Music (audition required)

Creativity, Action, and ServiceExtended EssayTheory of Knowledge One year--either junior or senior

IB Subject Area

IB Theatre ArtsIB Film

6 Students may choose a second course from Group 3, 4, or 5 instead of Group 6.

5

4IB Biology HL

IB English HL1

2

IB History of Americas HL3

IB Diploma Programme Model

The Core of the Diploma Programme“TOK”

100 hours “There is no end

to the valid questions that

may arise.”

“EE”1 year, 4000

wordsFree choice of

topicStaff Mentor

“CAS”2 years, 150

hours

Theory of Knowledge • Integrated and Interconnected • Internal and external assessments• Typical class

IB TEDx at Carmel High School

IB WITHIN CHS…

• Integrated curriculum• Adapt instruction based on student needs • Build a sense of team • Substantial program growth within CHS

Success at CHS

• 2012-2013: 87.9% of students who took IB exams earned scores high enough for college credit.

• 100% of students who have attempted to earn the diploma have succeeded.

Translation please…Common ApplicationCurriculum

In comparison with other college preparatory students at our school, the applicant's course selection is:

Is the applicant an IB Diploma Candidate? Yes No

Ratings Compared to other students in his or her class year, how do you rate this student in terms of:

No basis

Below Average

Average

Good (above average)

Very good (well above average)

Excellent (top 10%)

Outstanding (top 5%)

One of the top few I've encountered

Academic Achievement

Extracurricular accomplishments

Personal qualities and character

Overall

• “IB is well known to us for excellent preparation. Success in an IB programme correlates well with success at Harvard. We are always pleased to see the credentials of the IB Diploma Programme on the transcript.”

— Marilyn McGrath Lewis, Director of Undergraduate Admission at Harvard

• “Send us prepared students a la IB…It is the “best” high school prep curriculum an American school can offer.”

— Marilee Jones, Former Director of Undergraduate Admission, M.I.T.

• “One of the advantages of an IB curriculum is its structure and quality. It is a coordinated programme, well- established, well known and well respected. We know the quality of IB courses, and we think the IB curriculum is terrific.”

— Christoph Guttentag, Director of Undergraduate Admission, Duke University

Data

• University acceptance

For more information…Carmel High School

Brooke WatkinsAssistant Principal

bwatkins@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7081www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

Carmel High School

Brad SeverAssistant Principal

bsever@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7421www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

www.collegeboard.com

Carmel High School

Will ElleryIB Coordinator

wellery@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7018www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

www.ibo.org

For more information…Carmel High School

Brooke WatkinsAssistant Principal

bwatkins@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7081www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

Carmel High School

Brad SeverAssistant Principal

bsever@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7421www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

www.collegeboard.com

Carmel High School

Will ElleryIB Coordinator

wellery@ccs.k12.in.us 317.846.7721 ext. 7018www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home

www.ibo.org