OPEN HOUSE EVENT f or WCPS PreK-12 Academy, Specialized, Signature, & Magnet Programs

OPEN HOUSE EVENTfor

WCPS PreK-12Academy, Specialized, Signature, & Magnet

Programs

Introductions

Gifted And Talented Education

Advanced Programs Overview

Monday, September 22, 2014

High School Session

Jessica J. ReinhardSupervisor of PreK-12 Advanced Programs

Background: Maryland Annotated Codefor Gifted and Talented Education

“Gifted and talented student" means an elementary or secondary student who is identified by professionally qualified individuals as:


1. Having outstanding talent and performing, or showing the potential for performing, at remarkably high levels of accomplishment when compared with other students of a similar age, experience, or environment;

“However gifted an individual is at the outset, if his or her talents cannot be developed because of his or her social condition, because of the surrounding circumstances, these talents will be still-born.”

Simone de Beauvoir


2. Exhibiting high performance capability in intellectual, creative, or artistic areas;


3. Possessing an unusual leadership capacity;


OR

4. Excelling in specific academic fields.

Maryland Annotated Code:Continued

The General Assembly finds that:

1. A gifted and talented student needs different services beyond those normally provided by the regular school program in order to develop the student's potential.

Maryland Annotated Code:Continued

The General Assembly finds that:

2. Gifted and talented students are to be found in youth from all cultural groups, across all economic strata, and in all areas of human endeavor.

(Section 8: 201-202)

Continuum of Services for Gifted and Talented EducationOverview

Maryland offers a continuum of services in gifted education; some serving all students,and some considerably fewer.

As program intensity increases, the number of students participating decreases.

Continuum of Services for Gifted and Talented EducationLevel 1

Nurture critical and creative thinking and problem solving in all students (all or most).• Discussion protocols• Higher-order questioning• Inquiry-based learning• Primary Talent Development • Student-centered mathematics


Provide additional challenge and enrichment as needed (many).• Advanced Placement (AP) Programs• School-Based GATE, A&E/Merit, and Honors• Elementary Signature Language Program (Spanish).

Boonsboro, Greenbrier, Old Forge, Paramount, Pleasant Valley, Potomac Heights, Sharpsburg, and Smithsburg

• Challenges and Contests.Destination Imagination, Geography Bee, National

History Day, Stock Market Game, etc.


Identify and develop demonstrated talentareas (some).• Academy and Career Tech. Education Programs• Barbara Ingram School for the Arts• Early College Opportunities• WCPS Magnet Programs• Washington County Technical High School


Expand expectations for highest achievers (few).

• Full-grade acceleration • Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Talented Youth

participation

Signature Programs for Emergent Scholars:Advancement Via Individual Determination

• AVID• Located at ERHMS, NMS, SpMS, WHMS, NHHS,

SHHS, and WHS.• Student support and college readiness system for

students who have the desire and determination to attend a four-year college.

Signature Programs for Emergent Scholars:Advancement Via Individual Determination

• First-generation students who are in the academic “middle.”

• Enrolls students in the AVID elective class and advanced-level coursework as per their academic strengths.

High School Choices Academies and CTE Programs ALL Schools: Advanced Placement

and Honors Courses Barbara Ingram School for the

Arts North Hagerstown High School

AVID- Advancement Via Individual Determination

International Baccalaureate Programme

High School Choices South Hagerstown High School

Academic Leadership Academy

AVID Smithsburg High

AVID Washington County Technical

High School Williamsport High School

AVID S.T.E.M.

“Believing in people before they have proved themselves is the key to motivating people to reach their potential.”

John C. Maxwell

Questions?

How do I begin to navigate the road to college?• Speak with the College Prep Teacher,

counselor(s), or contact Mrs. Beth Moore.• Visit www.yourfuturestartsnowwcps.com

http://www.yourfuturestartsnowwcps.com/

The Vision of the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is to provide a world class academic and arts education as the first arts magnet high school in Washington County and Western Maryland. The superior teaching and learning environment will enable students to study the arts for their intrinsic, aesthetic, cognitive, and cultural value. Through a program of individualized attention and personalization, students will be motivated to achieve in a challenging and supportive atmosphere that emphasizes a disciplined attitude and personal responsibility. Supportive parents, distinguished faculty, cultural institutions and university partnerships will collaborate to ensure that, upon graduation, students will possess the necessary skills to choose a career in any field.

The Mission of the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is to provide students with a rigorous, comprehensive, college preparatory curriculum rooted in intense, pre-professional training in the arts that encourages excellence and success in their personal development as students, artists, and cultural leaders.

BARBARA INGRAM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Washington County Public Schools- Hagerstown, MD

•2001- Dr. Elizabeth M. Morgan commissioned the First Generation Study Group.

•Barbara Ingram School for the Arts was recommended as one of their first priorities.

•Mr. Vincent Groh generously donated the former Henry’s Theatre on Potomac Street to create a school in honor of his late wife, Barbara Ingram.

•The school offers six specialized programs for high school students, GR9-12: Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, Theatre, Dance, Visual, and Literary Arts.

•The school opened in August 2009 in the heart of downtown Hagerstown's Arts and Entertainment District.

History in the making…

Creating A Culture of ExcellenceHigh expectations

Disciplined attitude and personal responsibilitySupportive environment through individual attention and

personalization

5 Rules for Success

Be in class Be on time

Do Your Work

Follow the Rules

Be Respectful

Lunch will be available through WCPS food services. Students may also bring lunch from home. Students will eat their meals in Bridge of Life Cafeteria.

Barbara Ingram School Students will be supervised by school staff during the school day including when students move between buildings. The school health clinic is located on the third floor of the Barbara Ingram building.

Classes begin at 9:10 AM and end at 4:30 PM.

Bus transportation will be provided between Barbara Ingram and all WCPS High Schools

Barbara Ingram Students will ride their designated morning bus to their home-high school.

Students will pick up the bus at their home-high school to be transported to Barbara Ingram.

Buses will drop students off behind the Barbara Ingram building.

In the afternoon, Buses will transport students back to the home-high school.

Parents are responsible for transportation from the home school in the afternoon

School Clubs & Activities

Yearbook Club, Art ClubAll-School Musical (open to all art disciplines)Individual Art Discipline Field Trips, Lock-Ins, Special

Presenters/workshops, PerformancesMummers Day ParadeHomecoming/Prom Dances

National Honor Society

International Thespian Society

LINK Crew Leaders

Peer Mentors

Student Government Association (SGA)

Student InvolvementAcademic & Recognition Opportunities

College & Career ReadinessFREE PSAT for all sophomores, juniors, and

freshmen in Algebra II

SAT Preparation

In-Class Guidance and Parent Information Nights

College Fairs, College Visits

In-School College Representative Visits

HCC Career Days and Essence Program

Volunteer, Internship, and Mentorship Opportunities

Due to the nature of the school, many traditional after-school-activities, like

sports, are not included in the program. Students in a school for the

creative and performing arts are called upon to perform on a regular basis and willingly spend countless after-school hours advancing their craft through practice, lessons and

rehearsals.

Student Selection and Retention • Students with the potential to pursue a professional career in

their arts discipline are selected through yearly auditions, open to incoming ninth graders and a limited number of upper classmen.

• The admission process gives no consideration to past academic performance. In order to graduate, however, Barbara Ingram students must successfully meet the school's rigorous standards in both the arts and academic programs.

• Students will be placed on probation for any of the following:– One or more failures on a report card – Less than a 3.0 in the student’s major– Less than a 2.0 overall grade point average– Student misconduct

• Students on probation will be provided counseling and/or academic assistance.

• Failure to maintain an overall grade point average of 2.0 will result in dismissal from the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts.

Advanced Placement (AP)Students are encouraged to take Advanced Placement classes where applicable. Teacher instructed Advanced Placement courses will be taught based on teacher availability and student interest.

The Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is committed to excellence in academic course work as well as in the arts programs. Courses are taught at an honors level and students are expected to provide

the necessary effort. Academic support will be provided for students needing assistance in any subject area.

English – 4 creditsSocial Studies – minimum of 3 credits - U.S. Studies II, Government, and World HistoryMathematics – 4 credits - Algebra, Geometry, plus two additional math creditsScience – minimum of 3 credits - Biology (required) World Languages – minimum 2 credits of one language Technology Education – 1 credit - Foundations of Technology Physical Education – 1 credit – Health/Life Skills – 1 creditFine Arts Credits and Electives -The fine arts credit requirement and elective requirements will be earned through the Arts Certificate programHigh School Assessment Requirements

Students must meet the requirements of the State Assessment program by: passing High School Assessments in Biology and Government and PARCC assessments for English and Algebra.

Credit RequirementsBarbara Ingram Students will earn a minimum of 24 credits as required to earn a Washington County Public Schools diploma and qualify as a University System of Maryland academic completer.

Completion of 75 Student Service Learning HRS

Course Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English H. English 9 H. English I0 H. English IIAP English Language

H. English 12AP English Literature

Math H. Algebra 1H. Geometry H. Algebra II

H. Geometry H. Algebra II Introduction to StatisticsH. Pre-Calc/ Trigonometry

H. Algebra II Introduction to StatisticsH. Pre-Calc/ TrigonometryAP Calculus

Introduction to StatisticsH. Pre-Calc/ TrigonometryAP Calculus

Science H. Biology H. Chemistry H. PhysicsH. Anatomy/PhysiologyAP Biology

H. PhysicsH. Anatomy/PhysiologyAP Biology

SocialStudies

H. US Studies II H. Government H. World History AP World History

AP PsychologyH. Sociology

Foreign Language

H. Spanish H. French (Level dependant on MS Credits)

H. Spanish H. French (Levels dependant on student need)



Additional Graduation

Credits

PEI Health/Life Skills Foundations of Technology

Academic Curriculum

Schedule (2014-15)

Period Time Grades 9/10 Grades 11/12

1 9:10 – 9:50 Academics Academics

2 9:50 – 10:30 Academics Academics

3 10:33 – 11:13 Academics/Arts Academics/Arts

4 11:13 – 11:53 Academics/Arts Academics/Arts

5 11:56 – 12:46 Arts Lunch/Academic

6 12:46 – 1:47 Arts/Lunch Academic

7 1:50 – 2:30 Academic Arts

8 2:30– 3:07 Academic Arts

9 3:10 – 3:50Ensemble Ensemble

10 3:50 – 4:30

Visual Arts

Dance

Music

Gallery

TheatreCreative Writing

Visual Arts Program

The visual art department will provide a rigorous program that focuses on a balance between technical skills and conceptual thinking. The program will ultimately result in the development of an individualized artistic direction that will assist students in a professional or college bound career.

Courses:• Drawing 1, 2, 3, 4• 2-D Design• 3-D Design (intro to sculpture)• Sculpture 2, 3• Painting 1, 2, 3• Printmaking 1, 2• Ceramics 1, 2, 3• Art History 1, 2, 3, 4• Advanced Figures• Experimental Drawing/Sculpture• Advanced Sculpture• Photography 1, 2, 3• Digital Photography• Visual Thinking • Aesthetics and Criticism • Senior Exhibit/Portfolio Prep• Advanced 2D Design• Advanced 3D Design• AP Studio Art• AP Art History• Mixed Media Studio

Theatre ProgramActing begins with exploration and improvisation before moving on to scene study, rehearsal and performance.

Musical Theatre is a sequential course of study in acting as well as vocal production and Broadway dance styles.

Theatre Production begins with practical work on stage productions, then students assume positions of responsibility on productions for the Theatre, Dance and Music Departments.

Courses:• Acting 1, 2, 3, 4• Theatre Ensemble 1, 2, 3, 4• Music Theatre Ensemble 1, 2, 3,

4• Scene Shop 1, 2, 3, 4• Creative Arts 1, 2, 3, 4• Dance for Musical Theatre 1, 2,

3, 4• Fundamentals of Music• Technical Theatre 1, 2, 3, 4• Audition and Portfolio Production

1, 2, • Private Voice Lesson 1, 2, 3, 4• Actor’s Studio 1, 2, 3, 4• History of Theatre 1, 2, 3, 4• Voice and Speech 1, 2, 3, 4• Movement for Actors 1, 2• Portfolio Development and

Senior Project • Theatrical Troupe 1, 2, 3, 4

Dance ProgramA comprehensive curriculum of classes in traditional ballet, modern, and jazz techniques prepares students for advanced college-level dance programs, as well as for future work with professional dance companies.

Courses:• Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4• Modern 1, 2, 3, 4• Jazz/Contemporary 1,

2, 3• Pointe 1, 2, 3• Pilates/Conditioning 1,

2• Choreography 1• Senior

Project/Choreography 2

Creative Writing ProgramAre you passionate about writing? About reading? About creating characters and worlds in your mind? This program provides young writers with the opportunity to develop their literary talents, facilitate their command of the writer's craft, and learn to read like writers. The program will nurture and challenge students in developing their skills in composing poetry, fiction, stage drama, screenplays, and essays for the 21st century markets.

Courses

Grade 9Foundations of Creative Writing (Seminar)Craft and PracticeWorkshop Writers’ Ensemble Grade 10Foundations of Creative Writing (Seminar)Craft and PracticeWorkshopWriters’ Ensemble Grade 11Advanced Foundations of Creative Writing (Seminar)Advanced Craft and PracticeWorkshopWriters’ Ensemble Grade 12Senior SeminarSenior WorkshopWriters’ Ensemble

Vocal or Instrumental Music Program

The music program provides comprehensive preparation in vocal or instrumental music. Students participate in a variety of performance ensembles, receive weekly private music lessons and study music theory and literature.

Courses:• Symphonic Band/Orchestra• Chorus• Chamber Ensemble• Show Choir• Jazz Ensemble• Private Lessons/Applied

Music 1-4• Piano Lab 1, 2, 3• Music Theory 1, 2, 3, AP• Music Technology 1, 2, 3, 4• Music History 1, 2 • Diction 1, 2 • Conducting 1, 2• Master Classes

Application Procedures for 2015-2016 Student Enrollment

DATE TASK

Monday, November 10, 2014, 7pm

Information Session (Theatre, Vocal Music & Dance)

Tuesday, November 11, 2014, 7pm

Information Session (Instrumental Music, Visual Arts and Creative Writing)

Applications and information will be available at all Information Sessions, online at

www. wcps.k12.md.us (Our Schools - High Schools - Barbara Ingram School for the Arts) and in all Washington County Middle School Guidance Offices

Friday, December 5th Application Deadline

January 10th , 17th , and 24th , 2015

Student AuditionsIndividual audition date and time will be mailed to students after December 22, 2014

March , 2015 Student Acceptance Notification

Thank you for coming!

Questions?

Career and Technology Education (CTE) Programs

Key Components of CTE Programs

• Specific course sequences leading to a culminating course

• Concentrated instruction• Specialized skills gained• “Value Added” components

Industry or State certificate programs. College credit at a variety of institutions

Current CTE Programs Three Ways to Access

• Local school career and technology education completer programs

• School based career academies• Technical High School specialized

completer programs

CTE completers offered in each school

Boonsboro High School

Environmental, Agricultural & Natural Resources clustero Agricultureo Horticulture

Business Management and Finance clustero Finance and Accountingo Business Managemento Administrative Serviceso Marketing

Construction and Development clustero Construction and Design Management (pilot)o Carpentry (through level 1 of a national program)

Clear Spring High School Environmental, Agricultural & Natural Resources

clustero Environmental, Agricultural Science Academy

• Animal• Natural Resources

o Agricultureo Horticultureo Natural Resources

Human Resource Services clustero Child Care

Business Management & Finance clustero Administrative Services

North Hagerstown High School

Consumer Services, Hospitality and Tourism clustero Food and Beverage Management

Human Resource Serviceso Academy of Teaching Professions o Child Care

Information Technologyo Computer Science – not yet a completer, classes currently are

electives

Smithsburg High School

Environmental, Agricultural & Natural Resources cluster o Curriculum for Agriculture Education (CASE)

• Plant Productiono Horticulture

Business Management and Finance clustero Finance and Accountingo Business Managemento Administrative Services

Information Technology clustero Computer Science – not yet a completer, classes currently are

electives

South Hagerstown High School

Human Resource Services clustero Academy of Teaching Professions

Consumer Services, Hospitality and Tourism clustero Food and Beverage Management

Construction and Development clustero Carpentry (through level 1 of a national program)

Business Management & Finance clustero Finance and Accountingo Business Managemento Administrative Services

Information Technology clustero Oracle Academy

Williamsport High School

STEM Academy (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) o PLTW Computer Integrated

Manufacturingo PLTW Aerospace Engineeringo PLTW Biotechnical Engineeringo Engineering and

Manufacturing

Business Management and Finance clustero Academy of Financeo Administrative Serviceso Finance and Accounting

Construction and Development clustero Drafting and Technical

Drawing Human Resource Services

clustero Child Care

Washington County Technical High School

Academy of Biomedical Science (PLTW)

Academy of Health Professions

Automotive Technology Automotive Collision Repair Carpentry (through level 2) CISCO Academy Computer Game

Development & Animation Cosmetology Criminal Justice Culinary Arts

Digital Communications Early Childhood Professions Electrical Construction

(through level 2) Environmental Horticulture &

Landscape Design Fire & Rescue Academy Graphic Communications &

Printing Multimedia & Graphic Design Pre-Civil Engineering and

Architecture Academy – PLTW

Other WCPS Specialized Completer Programs

Career Research and Development (Available @ BHS, EHS, SHHS, WHS)

Career Academies

Key components of an academy

• Small learning community within the school• Partnerships with employers and work-based

learning• Integrated academic and occupational

curriculum

There are 8 academies in WCPS.

• Formed in response to a recognized labor market need.

• Has an advisory board comprised of local business and industry leaders.

Pre-Civil Engineering & Architecture at Technical High School

• Introduction to Engineering Design

• Principles of Engineering

• Digital Electronics• Civil Engineering &

Architecture• Engineering Design

& Development

Senior portfolios are reviewed with members of the advisory board.

-2 year program-

STEM Academy at Williamsport High School

Engineering pathways:• Intro. to Engineering Design• Principles of Engineering• Digital Electronics• Computer Integrated

Manufacturing OR Aerospace Engineering

• Engineering Design & Development

Manufacturing pathway is also available:

• Introduction to Engineering Design

• Machine & Metal Processing

• Drafting II• Internship

This pathway is beginning a year of planning for upgrade.

3-4 year program

@ Williamsport High School

• Principles and Applications of Finance

• Principles of Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Financial Services• Internship

2-3 year program

Course at HCC

Principles of Management OR

Legal Environment of Business

(tuition is reimbursed if student earns a grade of C or better)

Fire and Rescue Academy

• Firefighting I and II• Basic Emergency

Technician• Hazardous

Materials Operation• Rescue TechnicianTrained by instructors

from the Maryland Fire & Rescue Institute

• Part of the training occurs at the Hagerstown FD training center

• Can earn up to 14 college credits & several industry recognized certifications.

National Junior Firefighting Program

2014

Academy of Teaching Professions at North & South Hagerstown High Schools

• Human Growth & Development Through Adolescence

• Teaching as a Profession

• Foundations of Curriculum & Instruction

• Introduction to Education (HCC dual enrolled course)

• Internship at nearby elementary or middle school

• 2-3 year program• Students test for the

ParaPro and Praxis I exams.

Environmental Agricultural Science Academy at Clear Spring High School

2 pathways available• Animal Science• Environmental Science

& Natural Resources

4 year program

Courses:• Honors Biology• Biotechnology• Foundations of

Environmental Agricultural Science• 2 specialized courses in the

chosen pathway• Capstone

Academy of Biomedical Sciences at Technical High School

• Principles of the Biomedical Sciences

• Human Body Systems• Medical Intervention• Biomedical Innovation

2 year programRecognized as the Maryland

CTE Program of the Year2011

Oracle Academy at South Hagerstown High School

Prepares students for successful careers in Information Technology (IT), including database administration and database programming.

• Database Design• Introduction to

Structured Query Language (SQL)

• Database Programming With Program Language(PL)/SQL

• Oracle III: Database Fundamentals I (an online course that earns college credit).

-2 year program-

Application Process

• Applications are available at every high school. Deadlines in spring; dates TBA.

• Enrollment is open to all students.• For additional information, contact Sharon Chirgott, Academy Director 301-766-2956 or [email protected]

Questions???

International Baccalaureate Programme

at North Hagerstown High

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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.

To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

What is the IB Diploma Programme?• The IB Diploma Programme is a college preparatory

program designed to create the well-rounded student.• Students study college-level material in six content

areas.– Group 1: English– Group 2: World Language– Group 3: Individuals and Societies– Group 4: Experimental Sciences– Group 5: Mathematics– Group 6: Art or Elective

Goal

The goal for the North Hagerstown High School IB Diploma Programme is to prepare students to meet or exceed the academic demands for admittance to and success at their chosen institute of higher learning.

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Attributes of the

Learner Profile

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IB Application Process• Submit Application of Interest to IB Coordinator at

NHHS• Submit three teacher recommendations • Data review

• HSA scores• MSA scores• Lexile scores and/or MAP data• Benchmark/other testing data• Interview• Checklist of learner characteristics• Writing sample/task

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Requirements• Three Higher Level (HL) courses• Three Standard Level (SL) courses• Theory of Knowledge course• CAS (Demonstrate a Balance)

– Creativity – Action – Service

• Extended Essay

IB Courses at North HighHigher Level• IB English (Group 1)• IB Spanish (Group 2)• IB History (Group 3)• IB Biology (Group 4)• IB Math (Group 5)• IB Visual Arts (Group 6)• IB Philosophy (Group 3)

Standard Level• IB Spanish, French, German (Group 2)• IB Physics (Group 4)• IB Math Studies (Group 5)• IB Math SL (Group 5)• IB Computer Science (Group 4 or 6)• IB Psychology (Group 3 or 6)• IB Philosophy (Group 3 or 6)• IB Visual Arts (Group 6)

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Standard IB Four-Year PlanGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Honors English

Honors English

IB English

IB English

Honors US Studies II

Honors Government

IB History

IB History

Honors Biology

Honors Chemistry

IB Biology or Physics


Honors Geometry

Honors Pre-Cal/Trig

AP Calculus

IB Math HL

Honors Algebra 2

AP Statistics or PATH

AP Calculus

Group 6

Honors Language 1 or 2


IB Language

IB Language

PATH PATH TOK or Elective TOK or ElectivePATH = Graduation Requirements of Physical Education, Fine Art, Foundations of Technology and Health/Life Skills.

Group 6 is the Arts or Elective IB requirement.

IBIB Four-Year Plan for Music Students Sample Plan for Music StudentsGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Honors English

Honors English

IB English

IB English


Honors Government

IB History

IB History

Honors Biology

Honors Chemistry



Honors Geometry

Honors Pre-Cal/Trig

AP Calculus

IB Math

Honors Algebra 2

Elective or PATH

AP Calculus

Group 6



IB Language

IB Language

Music or PATH Music or PATH Music or TOK Music or TOKSummer - PATH Summer - PATH Summer - PATH Summer - PATH

PATH = Graduation Requirements of Physical Education, Fine Art, Foundations of Technology and Health/Life Skills.Group 6 is the Arts or Elective IB requirement.

IB Four Year Plan for Visual Arts Students SampleGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Honors English

Honors English

IB English

IB English


Honors Government

Group 6 or Elective

Group 6 or Elective

Honors Biology

Honors Chemistry



Honors Geometry

Honors Algebra 2

IB Math Studies

Honors Pre-Cal/Trig

Elective Honors World History

IB Visual Arts

IB Visual Arts



IB Language

IB Language

PATH PATH TOK or Elective TOK or ElectivePATH = Graduation Requirements of Physical Education, Fine Art, Foundations of Technology and Health/Life Skills.

Group 6 is the Arts or Elective IB requirement.

North High IB Diploma Statistics Category 2011 2012 2013 2014

Number of Candidates 106 110 73 121

Number of Diploma Candidates 25 39 27 29

Number of Anticipated Candidates 39 27 17 20

Number of Course (Certificate) Candidates 42 44 29 72

Number of Subject Entries 277 335 238 347

Higher Level Exams 82 135 106 116

Standard Level Exams 145 122 78 231

Extended Essay 25 39 27 29

Theory of Knowledge 25 39 27 29

Number of Candidates who earned the diploma 15 29 23 19

Percentage of Candidates who earned the diploma 60% 74% 85% 66%

Average points obtained by candidates earning the diploma

29 30 30 29

Highest diploma points awarded to a candidate 36 36 41 35

Average grade obtained by candidates who earning the diploma

4.63 4.74 4.79 4.63

Questions?

South Hagerstown High SchoolAcademic Leadership Academy

What makes a good candidate?

Self-driven Good grades Not afraid of challenges Enjoys school Sees the value in working

with others Values leadership roles Seeking to attend a four

year college

Purpose: A Signature Program

A program for highly qualified, highly motivated learners

Two fronts of learning: AP Coursework Leadership Development

“May Her Fame Forever Live”

Benefits

A Small Learning Community A Program with Choices Support Enrichment Commendation and Notation Potential College Credits Leadership development

Expectations

Seven Advanced Placement Classes Leadership Development

Summer AP Government AP World/AP US History

Leadership Development Experience

Application

One page application and student essay Two teacher recommendations One guidance counselor

recommendation First deadline: Monday December 1,

2014

North Hagerstown High SchoolInternational Baccalaureate

Diploma Program

The IB MissionThe 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.

To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

What is the IB Diploma Programme?• The IB Diploma Programme is a college preparatory

program designed to create the well-rounded student.

• Students study college-level material in six content areas.– Group 1: English– Group 2: World Language– Group 3: Individuals and Societies– Group 4: Experimental Sciences– Group 5: Mathematics– Group 6: Art or Elective

GoalThe goal for the North Hagerstown High School IB Diploma Programme is to prepare students to meet or exceed the academic demands for admittance to and success at their chosen institute of higher learning.

Attributes of the Learner Profile

Requirements• Three Higher Level (HL) courses• Three Standard Level (SL) courses• Theory of Knowledge course• 150 CAS hours

– Creativity (minimum 50 hours)– Action (minimum 50 hours)– Service (minimum 50 hours)

• Extended Essay

IB Courses at North High

Higher Level• IB English (Group 1)• IB Spanish (Group 2)• IB History (Group 3)• IB Biology (Group 4)• IB Math (Group 5)• IB Visual Arts (Group 6)

Standard Level• IB Spanish, French, German (Group 2)• IB Physics (Group 4)• IB Math Studies (Group 5)• IB Math SL (Group 5)• IB Computer Science (Group 4 or 6)• IB Psychology (Group 3 or 6)• IB Philosophy (Group 3 or 6)• IB Visual Arts (Group 6)

IB Application Process

• Submit Application of Interest to IB Coordinator at NHHS• Submit three teacher recommendations • Data review

• HSA scores• MSA scores• Lexile scores and/or MAP data• Benchmark/other testing data• Interview• Checklist of learner characteristics• Writing sample/task

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