Advanced Placement International Baccalaureate "For many years the IB has played an important role in changing the lives of students through a strong academic curriculum. IB programmes engage students in an international education that provokes a greater acceptance and understanding of the world around them. I am delighted to see such a forward-looking organization setting its future strategy in a way that will enable more 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 OR Earn 4 credits in IB courses & complete the exams OR Complete 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 Advanced Placement International Baccalaureate • Curriculum covers a broad spectrum of ideas • External assessment at course’s end aligned to national standards • Each course stands alone • 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 AP have a higher four-year graduation rates that those who did not take AP by over 60% 85% of college/ universities report that a students AP experience favorably impacts admissions decisions AP at CHS AP Capstone: Research* AP Capstone: Seminar* Art Department Art History Studio Art: 2-D Studio Art: 3-D Studio Art: Drawing Business Department Computer Science A English Department English Language Composition English Literature Composition Math Department Calculus AB Calculus BC Statistics Science Department Biology Chemistry Physics I Physics C Environmental Science Social Studies Department European History World History US History Comparative Government & Politics Government & Politics Human Geography Microeconomics Macroeconomics Psychology World Language Department German Language & Culture Spanish Language & Culture Spanish Literature & Culture Japanese Language & Culture French Language Latin 5-year AP Trends at CHS CHS Class of 2013… 1427 took 2447 AP exams 83% of the exams were 3 or higher 146 AP Scholars 85 AP Scholars with Honor 215 AP Scholars with Distinction 70 AP National Scholars 1 AP State Scholar 1 Siemens State finalist COURSE OF STUDY 11TH AND 12TH GRADE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Math English Social Studies Science World Languages Performing Arts or a 2nd core course Theory of Knowledge IB Subject Area Language A1 1 Grade 9 English 9 Honors English 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 SL/HL English 10-1,10-2 IB English HL HL Honors English 101,10-2 Language B Spanish 2 Spanish 3 IB Spanish 4 IB Spanish 5 SL French 2 French 3 IB French 4 IB French 5 SL 2 German 2 German 3 IB German 4 IB German 5 SL Latin 1 Latin 2 IB Latin 3 IB Latin 4 SL/HL Individuals and Societies World History AP European History IB History of Americas HL HL 3 AP World History Government/EconomicsIB Psychology SL SL Business and HL Experimental Science Biology Chemistry IB Biology HL HL 4 Honors Biology Honors Chemistry IB Chemistry SL (one SL year) Mathematics Algebra I Geometry Algebra 2 IB Math Studies (one year) SL Geometry Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus/IB Math SL IB Math Studies (one year) SL 5 Honors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus/IB Math SL Calculus AB/IB Math SL SL Honors Algebra 2 Honors Pre-Calculus AP Calculus BC/IB Math Multivariable Calculus/IB SL/HL *IB Computer Science HL HL The Arts Drawing/Visual Arts Drawing/Visual Arts IB Visual Arts SL/HL Students may choose a second Choir/Orchestra/Ba AND Music Theory IB Music (audition required) SL/HL 6 Theater Arts 1-2 Advanced Theater IB Theatre Arts SL/HL course from Group 3, 4, or 5 Media Arts Media Arts IB Film SL/HL instead of Group 6. Creativity, Action, and Service Pre-IB SRT Pre-IB SRT CAS SRT CAS SRT Extended Essay Staff Mentor and Advisor Staff Mentor and Advisor Theory of Knowledge One year--either junior or senior *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 Diploma Programme Model The Core of the Diploma Programme “TOK” 100 hours “There is no end to the valid questions that may arise.” “CAS” 2 years, 150 hours “EE” 1 year, 4000 words Free choice of topic Staff Mentor 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 Application Curriculum 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 basi s Below Averag e Academic Achievement Extracurricular accomplishment s Personal qualities and character Overall Averag e Good (above average ) Very good (well above average ) Excellen t (top 10%) Outstandin g (top 5%) One of the top few I've encountere d • “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 Watkins Assistant Principal bwatkins@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7081 www.collegeboard.com Carmel High School Will Ellery IB Coordinator wellery@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7018 Carmel High School Brad Sever Assistant Principal bsever@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7421 www.ibo.org For more information… Carmel High School Brooke Watkins Assistant Principal bwatkins@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7081 www.collegeboard.com Carmel High School Will Ellery IB Coordinator wellery@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7018 Carmel High School Brad Sever Assistant Principal bsever@ccs.k12.in.us www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home 317.846.7721 ext. 7421 www.ibo.org