International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme
Cardinal Carter
Catholic High School
The Aim of the IB Programme
The aim of the IB Programme is to
develop internationally minded people
who, recognizing their common humanity
and shared guardianship of the planet,
help to create a better and more peaceful
world.
IB: An Education for Life
Founded in 1968 for internationally mobile
students
 Focus on whole person
 International perspective
 Responsible citizenship
 Critical and compassionate thinkers
 Respectful of other cultures and attitudes
The Learner Profile
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Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
Open-minded
Caring
Risk-Takers
Balanced
Reflective
The International
Baccalaureate Community
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Community of 3400 affiliated schools world-wide
in 141 countries
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Over 900,000 students world-wide
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There are 55 schools in Ontario offering the DP
Programme
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Cardinal Carter is a member of IB Schools of
Ontario (IBSO)
The IBGroup
Diploma
Programme
1: Language and Literature
Grp 2:
Language
Acquisition:
Grp 3: Individuals
& Society
French
History
Economics*
Grp4: Sciences
Grp 5: Mathematics
Chemistry
Math SL
Physics
Math Studies
Biology
Grp 6: Arts & Electives
The Core of the IB Programme
• Theory of Knowledge
• Creativity, Action, Service
• Extended Essay
The Central Elements
• Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Focus on Connection between disciplines and the ways of
‘knowing’.
• Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)
Experiential Learning
• Extended Essay (EE)
4000 word essay in a subject of the student’s choice
Develops independent research and writing skills expected by
universities
What is the IB Programme?
-academically challenging
-balanced programme
-final examinations
-prepares students for success at university
-taught over 2 years
-gained recognition & respect from the
world's leading universities.
The Diploma Programme
3
subjects:
Higher Level (HL)
240 hours
3
subjects:
Core
Standard Level (SL)
150 hours
Elements: TOK, EE, CAS
Academic Foundations
Timetable
GRADE 9
Congregated classes:
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English (ENG 1D7)
French (FSF 1D7)
Science (SNC 1D7)
Mathematics (MPM 1D7)
Geography (CGC 1D1)
Religion (HRE 1O7)
GRADE 10
Congregated classes:
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English (ENG 2D7)
French (FSF 2D7)
Science (SNC 2D7)
Mathematics
(MPM 2D7 & MCR 3U7)
• History (CHC 2D7)
• World Religion (HRT 3M7)
IB – Sample Timetable Grade 11
Semester 1
English HL
French SL
Math SL
History HL
Semester 2
Chemistry HL
French SL
Bio./ Phys. SL
TOK
IB – Sample Timetable Grade 12
Semester 1
English HL
History HL
Chemistry HL
Math SL
Semester 2
English HL
History HL
Chemistry HL
Bio./ Phys. SL
University Recognition
Universities around the world recognize
the unique characteristics of the IB
Diploma Programme students and the way
in which the programme helps to prepare
the students for university education.
University Recognition
“IB is well known to us as excellent preparation.
Success in an IB programme correlates well with
success at Harvard. We are pleased to see the
credentials of the IB Diploma Programme on the
transcript.”
Marilyn McGrath Lewis
Assistant Dean of Admissions, Harvard University
University Recognition
“McGill has enthusiastically recruited IB students
for over two decades. Even today, when
reviewing an application from an IB diploma
candidate our admission officers can be assured
of the candidate’s strong and broad-based
academic preparation. As a member of the
College and University Recognition Taskforce, I
can attest to the respected position of the IB
diploma at prestigious universities throughout
North America.”
Kim Bartlett
Director of admissions, McGill University
IB Marking & Conversions
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Grades of 1-7 are awarded in each of the subject areas.
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English
French
History
Science
Math
Arts or Electives
TOK & EE
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Perfect Score
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3 points
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45 points
IBSO Conversion Charts
IB Level
Ontario %
7
96 - 100
6
90 - 96
5
80 - 89
4
70 - 79
3
60 - 69
2
50 – 59
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Cardinal Carter IB Results
 Average
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points by candidates:
33 points on DP equivalency:
33
90%
Cardinal Carter IB Results
 Highest
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diploma points awarded:
42 points on DP equivalency:
42
98%
Best in the World
Subject Area
Perfect Score of 7
(out of 11 Candidates last year)
Math
2
Chemistry
1
Physics
2
French
1
Our Fantastic IB Results
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English HL
French SL
History HL
Chemistry Physics SL Biology SL
HL
Math SL
CC average
World average
IB Grad Testimonials
 Karin,
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U of Guelph, Human Kinetics
The transfer credits are a huge benefit!
Thanks to my three transfer credits, I can
finish university half a semester earlier.
IB has taught me exceptional time
management skills. As an IB student, I worked
3 days a week, I had time to go to the gym
every day, and I belonged to school councils.
What Our Graduates Say…
 Jennifer,
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Queen’s University, Engineering
IB gave me such an advantage at University!
It allowed me to transition smoothly since
most of what I am learning now is a review of
my Math, Physics and Chemistry IB courses.
More Comments
 Michael,
University of Waterloo,
Engineering
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The time management skills developed in the
programme have helped me immensely in
keeping on top of university assignments.
Benefits of IB
 Romayne,
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U of T, Social Sc. Humanities
The EE truly refined my skills as a writer and
now my university papers seem like a “cake
walk”.
Application to Gr. 9 Cardinal Carter
Academic Foundations
(Preparation for IB)
 Statement
of Intent
 Final Gr. 7 Report Card & most recent
Grade 8 Report Card
 CAT 4 Test
Selection Process
Successful candidates must demonstrate:
• Academic skills
• G & E Learning Skills on Report Cards
• Solid score on CAT 4 Test
Special IB Programme Fee
 Grade
9
 Grade 10
 Grade 11
 Grade 12
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$100.00
$300.00
$1000.00
$1000.00
Fees are due with the submission of the Course
Selection sheet for the following year and are
non-refundable after November 1st of each
school year.
Special IB Programme Fee
 Fees
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defrays cost of:
Professional development
Student examination fees
Courier & postal charges
Annual IB School Registration
Student Supports
Student Activity Fee: $100
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students attending Cardinal Carter
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Yearbook
Student Agenda
Locks
Student Government
Religion Retreats
Student Conferences
Orientation Activities
Guest speakers
Cardinal Carter C.H.S.
Important Dates
 CAT4
 IB
Testing date: November 30, 2013
Statement of Intent, required documents
& test fees: November 21 , 2013
For further information please check
the Cardinal Carter school website at
http://cch@ycdsb.ca
Gain a solid Academic Foundation
at Cardinal Carter C. H. S.