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Grade 9 IB Parent Night
A Brief Program Overview Students will eventually take 6 IB
courses from the hexagon below
This year’s courses… In grade 9, students satisfy certain core
requirements of the Ontario Diploma while receiving enrichment in IB core courses
Ways courses are enriched: courses will feature enhanced content as well as be delivered at a faster pace than their Ontario counterparts
All courses are meant to prepare students for the challenge of the IB Diploma courses which officially begin in grade 11
Students must develop skills for success now, if they haven’t already, that will allow them to excel in IB, and high school in general
Which brings us to…
HOMEWORK! Colonel By has homework Homework time can vary throughout the
year, often increasing around reporting periods
Staying on top of homework is the first step to being successful
Be involved with your child
Speaking of Involvement… Students who are involved, or have
parents involved with school, tend to place more importance on school
ManageBac is a great way to see what your child is doing in school
Parents will have an opportunity to join our IB Parent Volunteer group
Students can find many clubs, teams, and intramural activities to join
When times get tough… The first year of high school can be a big
adjustment for a teenager, especially teenagers who have enjoyed a great deal of success in grade 8
Keep the lines of communication open (IB Coordinator, Guidance Counsellors, Teachers, Vice Principals, Principal)
Home support…and cookies or ice cream or both
Finding Balance IB can be a very rewarding challenge,
but finding a balance of work and outside activities is very important
Understand that being excellent does not necessarily mean being perfect
“Be perfect/excellent in the time you have.”
Extra Help Students are encouraged to seek out
their teachers for help and, if needed, to seek out tutors at school
Guidance will happily point your child in the direction of a tutor
Many departments have their own allotted extra help times
ManageBac an electronic community meant to
quickly connect teachers, students, and parents
Parents are able to see what their child joins, aiding them in assisting their child at home
Please ask your child’s subject teacher about it if the course is not appearing
Questions?