MILLIKEN MILLS

HIGH SCHOOL

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME INFORMATION NIGHT

October 17, 2019

Land Acknowledgement

We would like to start by acknowledging that we are on

the traditional territories of the Wendat, the

Haudenosaunee, and the Anishinaabe peoples, whose

presence here continues to this day.

We also would like to acknowledge this is the treaty lands

of the First Nations of the Williams Treaty and thank them

and other Indigenous peoples for sharing this land with us.

We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of

Georgina Island First Nation as our closest First Nation

community and our partners in education.

IB Administrative Team at MMHS

Tamar Stein Vice Principal

tamar.stein@yrdsb.caExt. 263

Alex CorryIB Head of School

alex.corry@yrdsb.caExt. 261 Erika Pridie

Vice Principalerika.pridie@yrdsb.ca

Ext. 262

Natalie WhiteIB Coordinator

natalie.white@yrdsb.caExt. 264

Dina SawerissGuidance Counsellor CAS

CoordinatorDina.saweriss@yrdsb.ca

Ext. 191

905-477-0072

Superintendent:

Camille Logan

Trustee(Vice Chair):

Juanita Nathan

AGENDA

● Overview of the IB Programme (video module)● Overview of the IB Programme at Milliken Mills

High School● A Student Perspective● The Application Process

◆ School Locator, Eligibility, and Application Window

◆ Application Components● Using EDSBY and Reminders● Q & A

Video: Introduction to IB

A Copy of the video is available on the website

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme & Philosophy

IB Diploma Programme

The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students, in Grades 11 & 12, for success at university and life beyond.

It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students.

The IB Mission

The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

Graduate with both an OSSD and an IB Diploma.

Encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning.

Become more culturally aware, through the development of a second language and the emphasis on International mindedness throughout the programme.

IB World School students develop strong academic, social and emotional characteristics.

A challenging academic program with externally assessed exams. Students are well prepared for post-secondary education

Why IB?

An Overview of the Diploma Program

HL (Higher Level) courses represent classes with a

minimum 240 instructional hours

=3 semesters of course work

SL (Standard Level) courses represent classes with a

minimum 150 instructional hours

=2 semesters of course work

IB Terminology

Students take:

● 3 courses at the HL level

● 3 courses at the SL level

Complete the IB Core:

● Extended Essay

● Theory of Knowledge

● Creativity, Activity, and Service

IB Curriculum Overview

Theory of Knowledge

Creativity, Activity &

Service

Extended Essay

Core Elements

Extended Essay4,000 word investigation of a topic of special interest outside of the regular curriculum

Theory of KnowledgeChallenges students to question the basis of knowledge, to develop the ability to analyze evidence and to appreciate other cultural perspectives

Creativity, Activity, Service

Students engage in a range of enjoyable & significant experiences that foster growth in areas of Creativity, Activity and Service.

While targeting 7 specific learning outcomes, students learn to become more caring, risk-taking, balanced, and internationally-minded global citizens.

Cross Country Field Hockey Badminton Slo Pitch Fencing

Basketball Baseball Tennis Track and Field Table Tennis

Cricket Soccer Ultimate Frisbee

ATHLETICS

A Sample of Clubs and Committees 2019

• Act for Impact• Anime Club• Book Club• Best Buddies• DECA• Debate Club• Green Inc.• Healthy Schools• HOSA• Equity Committee• MAC (Milliken’s Athletic

Council)• The Math Society

• PC4L (Positive Climate For Learning)

• SAC (Student Activity Council)

• SLAM (Student Leaders at MMHS)

• YOSA (Youth of South Asia)

• CSA (Chinese Student Association

SAMPLE COURSE SELECTION AT MMHS

• Group 1 – English (HL)

• Group 2 – French (SL)

• Group 3 – Economics, Geography, or History (HL)

• Group 4 – Biology or Chemistry (HL)

• Group 5 - Mathematics (SL)

• Group 6 – Theatre Arts or Visual Arts (SL)*

* Group 6 Arts can be substituted with

Biology (SL)

Physics (SL)

PREPARING FOR THE DIPLOMA YEARS

Grades 9 & 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Grade 9 Sample Schedule

Semester 1 Semester 2

English French

Geography Physical Ed.

Mathematics Science

Arts Elective

Grade 10 Sample Schedule

Semester 1 Semester 2

English French

History Mathematics

Mathematics Science

Careers &

CivicsElective

ANTICIPATION YEAR (Grade 11)

•

Grade 11 Sample Schedule

Semester 1 Semester 2

ENGLISH HL

Grade 11 University French/ToK

Theatre Arts /Visual Arts/Science*

Grade 11 UniversityTheatre Arts/Visual Arts/Science*

Grade 11 University

SCIENCE HL

Grade 11 University Bio or Chem

INDIVIDUAL & SOCIETY HL

Grade 11 History or Economics

MATHEMATICS SL*

Grade 12 Advanced Functions

MATHEMATICS SL*

Grade 12 Algebra and Geometry

* Exit exams in May

DIPLOMA YEAR (Grade 12)

•

Grade 12 Sample Schedule

Semester 1 Semester 2

ENGLISH HL

Grade 12 University

ENGLISH HL

Grade 12 University

HISTORY OR ECONOMICS

Grade 12 University

HISTORY OR ECONOMICS

Grade 12 University

SCIENCE HL

Grade 11 University Bio or Chem

SCIENCE HL

Grade 12 University Bio or Chem

FRENCH/ToK

Grade 11 French/Gr. 11 Philosophy

FRENCH

Grade 12 French

Exit exams in all subject areas

Timetable Considerations

● Students have a complete timetable

● Students do not have spaces in their timetable for spares or non-IB courses

● Students are only able to take 2 sciences (students cannot take all 3 during day school)

IB Programme Fees

$3,000.00 Total

● $1,500.00 per year

Anticipation Year (Grade 11) and Diploma Year (Grade 12)

● There is no charge when students are in Grade 9 and 10

● These fees cannot be used as tax deductions

Operating Costs-Affiliation fees -Resources and extra course materials

-Teacher Training Fee -External Examination Fees

-Incidentals as needed

Student Perspective….

IB YRDSB

The YRDSB family of schools offers approximately 500 spaces each year for future IB students.

Applying to IB in YRDSB

How to register through Edsby

Applying to IB in YRDSB

Visit the YRDSB School LocatorEnter your current home address to determine which schools serve your homeNote your IB Area School (this is the school you will be applying to)

The Online Application

Opens: Monday, October 21, 2019 at 12 noon Closes: Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

Application Criteria & Process

• You live in York Region at the time of application. Students apply to their area IB School. Please use the YRDSB School Locator to determine your IB area school.

Live in York Region

• You are a student currently in Grade 8.Grade 8 Student

• Complete the online application process between Monday, October 21 at 12 p.m. – Thursday, November 7 at 11:59 p.m.. Please note there is a $35 fee to apply.

Online Application & Fee

• Request that a current core subject teacher complete a Reference Form. You will need to provide an email address for your teacher at the time of application and we will share the reference form on your behalf.

Reference Form

• Complete the Application Assessment Task in November (21st or 23rd).

Admissions Assessment

• Students must provide a COPY of the Grade 7 final report card (This is submitted on the Assessment day) and their Grade 8 progress report.

Grade 7 Final Report Card

Application Fee

There is a $35 non-refundable application fee

VISA, Mastercard, American Express, or Pay Pal

Upon completing your registration, you will receive an email receipt confirming the date and time of your assessment

Please be sure to print the receipt which indicates your assessment time

Opens: Monday, October 21, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.Closes: Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

Selection of Assessment Time

On the application, you will have the opportunity to select the date and time of your assessment.

Thursday, November 21, 2019

EVENING 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 23, 2019

MORNING 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Application Assessment

Group Activity Personal Written Response

Collaborative problem solving Cross-curricular, critical thinking Targets learning skills & IB Learner Profile

Attributes NOT evaluated

Independent Reflection based on the collaborative task Evaluated for content

Application Assessment The evaluation of the written task is based on the

content of response

How well are students able to:

Describe and support thinking about the collaborative task

Provide explanations, evidence and/or examples specific to their participation in the group task

Students are not evaluated on spelling, or grammar

We do NOT recommend or endorse any tutoring or preparation companies.

Assessment Day Logistics

Remember to bring copies of the grade 7 report card and grade 8 Progress Report

Students are not required to bring any equipment

All working materials will be provided

Assessment Day

Please remember to arrive early

Only students will be allowed to enter the building

Staff and SLAM members will be ready to help direct you

AccommodationsIf you require specific assessment accommodations

please contact your IB Coordinator

Admissions Decisions

Results will be sent out by the end of January

Results will be sent via email

During the online application please ensure you provide an active email account

Be sure to check your spam filters

Individual results and/or standing will not be released

Submitting an application indicates that you understand and will adhere to this policy

Recap

Online Application

Access the online application through www.yrdsb.ca

Opens: Monday, October 21, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.

Closes: Thursday, November 7 at 11:59 p.m.

Admissions assessment to be held at your area school

Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.

Bring: your confirmation email, copies of your final grade 7 Report card and grade 8 Progress Report

● Opens on Friday, October 18, 2019 at 10:00 am

● Closes on Wednesday, November 7, 2019 at 11:59 p.m.

● Registration fee: $35 non-refundable

EDSBYIB Online Registration Process

ONLINE REGISTRATION THROUGH EDSBY

Many YRDSB parents have already activated their EDSBY account after

accepting the invitation by their child’s home school and authenticating

their account.

If you have not accepted the invitation, please do so now or request

another invitation from your child’s home school.

Once you are linked with Edsby, you may register your child for the

assessment using the following link:

https://yrdsb.edsby.com

Ensure that you use the same email address that you have on file with

YRDSB

If your information on the elementary school’s file is not current, please

contact the school and update the information

EDSBY… Continued

NON-YRDSB PARENTS and NON-LINKED YRDSB PARENTS

Parents must first create an EDSBY account using the campaign link

found on our school website. On our school website it will be found by

navigating to

-IB Programme

-Application and Admissions

● Click on “Register for a new Edsby parent account.”

● YRDSB parents should use the email address you have on record at your

child’s school

● Click submit

● You will receive an invitation link via email. Click on the invitation link

and select “I don’t have an Edsby parent account.”

Milliken Mills High School Website IB TabOR

YRDSB Website IB Applications & Assessment Tab

Link will be available Monday, October 21, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.

*Please be advised that the Board websites will be down for maintenance on Sunday, October 21, 2019. If you are not able to access the website, please try again later.

Registration Link

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A TOUR OF THE SCHOOL

The IB Admin Team will be in the Atrium to answer questions