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IB COORDINATOR
Caroline Dutton |
ckdutton@capousd.org |
IB COUNSELORS & TOK TEACHERS
| Caroline Dutton |
Senior IB Counselor/Teacher
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| Marc Popovich |
Junior IB Counselor/Teacher
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GROUP 1: STUDIES IN LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
| Kathleen Bennett (IB Lang) |
| Caroline Dutton (IB Lang) |
| Alan Ho (IB Lang) |
| Sarah Kang (IB Lang) |
| Shelly Gustafson (IB Lit) |
| Swetlana Schmidt (IB Lit) |
| Margi Westling (IB Lit) |
GROUP 2: LANGUAGE ACQUISITION--FRENCH & SPANISH
| Lisa Alizadeh (IB French) |
| Nicholas Dewald (IB Spanish) |
| Suzanne Hench (IB French) |
| Rob Oliphant (IB Spanish) |
GROUP 3: INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETIES
| Marc Popovich (IB Global Politics) |
| Allison Shick (IB Global Politics) |
GROUP 4: EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES
| Jaques André (IB Design Tech) |
| Michelle Brislen (IB Marine Science) |
| Robin Cadiz (IB Biology) |
| William Rasor (IB Environmental Systems) |
| Greg Young (IB Physics) |
GROUP 5: MATHEMATICS
| Josh Cain (IB Math AA) |
| Laura Compean (IB Math AA) |
| Amy Noble (IB Math AA) |
| Laura Melvar (IB Math AA) |
GROUP 6: THE ARTS OR 6TH SUBJECT
| J Bisch (IB Film) |
| Deanna Salgado (IB Psychology) |
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Antonio Soto (IB Music)
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Ella Wyatt (IB Theater)
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
IB DIPLOMA CANDIDATES 2022
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2025 IB Testing Registration and Schedule Information
Exam registration closes November 8th, 2024
WHY IB?
Through the IB Diploma Program (DP), a two-year program beginning in the junior year, schools are able to develop students who:
- have excellent breadth and depth of knowledge
- flourish physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically
- study at least two languages
- excel in traditional academic subjects
- explore the nature of knowledge through the program's unique Theory of Knowledge course.
International research shows that there are many benefits to choosing the DP over other curricula.
For example:
- DP students are better able than their peers to cope with demanding workloads, manage their time and meet the expectations placed on them, according to one study
- Analysis of DP students in Canada, the UK and the USA found that the DP’s extended essay improves students’ approach to learning in higher education
You can read more key facts about the DP on the IBO website.
THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM
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IB TESTIMONIAL EMILY GLASER UCLA CLASS OF 2021
Within each of the subject groups above, you have a choice of choosing either Higher Level (HL) or Standard Level (SL). Higher Level (HL) subjects normally require more studying time (total 240 hours of classes) compared to Standard Level (SL) subjects (total 150 hours of classes).
In total, you need to take three subjects (and tests) at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL).
*There are stipulations for taking 4 HL exams, so see you IB Coordinator. Here is a video about the diploma and choosing the 6 subjects.
In addition, you must also complete the following courses, often known as the three core components of the IB program:
(1) Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
This is an interdisciplinary course, linking all six subject groups. It is intended to promote critical and creative thinking on knowledge gained, both inside and outside of the classroom. You will be assessed based on a 1,200 - 1,600 word essay and presentation.
(2) Extended Essay
This component encourages independent research skills. You will be required to produce a 4,000-word research paper on a topic of your own choice based on any of the IB subjects studied.
(3) Creativity, Action, Service (CAS)
This component teaches you to engage and collaborate with others and the local community through:
- Creativity: Arts, music, writing, and other experiences that involve creative thinking
- Action: Physical activities, such as training or learning a new sport
- Service: Unpaid and voluntary work for the community
You will be graded on a combination of internal assessment, final exams plus the IB core components.
(1) Internal Assessment: In class throughout the 2 years, you will be required to complete internal assessment tasks (e.g. oral presentations, practical work, written papers), which contribute anywhere between 20% to 50% of your total grades. Internal assessments are marked by your school teachers.
(2) External Assessment: Generally, you will take 2 - 3 papers per subject at the end of the 2-year program. These examinations are marked by external IB examiners.
Internal and external marks are added together to calculate the final score. The grade awarded for each subject ranges from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).
For example, if you achieve the highest score for each subject, your score will be 6 subjects x 7 points per subject = 42 points.
(3) Core Components: In addition, you will also be awarded up to 3 points for your combined results in the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge courses. Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) – the remaining element in the IB core – does not contribute to the points, but authenticated participation is required.
This means that the maximum score that you can obtain is 45 points (i.e. 42 points for 6 subjects + 3 points for Core Components). See this MATRIX for scoring purposes.
The IB Diploma is awarded to students who gain at least 24 points of the total 45 points.
(a) Promotes critical and independent thinking
IB isn't just about passing exams. With its unique Theory of Knowledge component and continuous internal assessment, the IB curriculum will help you grow to be a critical and independent thinker, encouraging you to ask challenging questions and perform research.
(b) Balanced and well-rounded program
IB requires you to cover a full range of subjects, including foreign language, sciences, and art, in addition to creative and physical activities, as well as community service. This will give you a more well-rounded perspective, ensuring that you are active intellectually, physically, and emotionally.
(c) Recognized by many universities worldwide
The IB is accepted by over 100 countries worldwide, so you will not have to worry about having an unrecognized qualification once you've completed this course. While universities used to have higher entry requirements for IB, many universities worldwide are now more familiar with this program and are making realistic offers to students who choose to take IB.
(a) You should consider taking IBDP if:
- You are an all-rounder and enjoy learning subjects across a broad spectrum covering language, arts, science, and humanities
- You multitask and manage your time well, juggling academic studies and other activities, such as creative pursuits and community service
- You are prepared to take up a challenging and demanding course
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A candidate can only receive an IB Diploma if the following conditions are met:
- CAS requirements are met.
- The candidate has achieved at least 24 total points.
- A grade has been awarded in all subjects, TOK and the EE (cannot have a failing condition).
- A grade of at least a 2 has been awarded in all subjects.
- There are no more than two grade 2s awarded (SL or HL).
- There are no more than three grade 3s or below awarded (SL or HL).
- The candidate has at least 12 points on HL subjects. (For candidates who register for four HL subjects, the three highest grades count).
- Candidates have at least 9 points on SL subjects. (Candidates who register for two SL subjects must be awarded at least 5 points at SL).
The IB Mission Statement
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.
