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Welcome to K.C.V.I. and the Limestone International Baccalaureate

Grade 8 Information Night 2018

IB Coordinator – Helen Davis Principal – Talya McKenna Vice-Principal – Margaret Connelly Vice-Principal – Lonny Gibson Vice-Principal – Stacey Robb Interim Head of Student Services – Kim Kippen

LPIB and IBDP

∗ LPIB –Limestone Pre-IB Programme ∗ IB - International Baccalaureate ∗ IBDP -International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ∗ IB Certificates ∗ All IB courses cover grades 11 and 12 ∗ Grades 9 and 10 ∗ Some enriched or specialty classes to prepare students for the IB Diploma programme ∗ Integrated with KCVI student body, with all the same activities, clubs, and teams ∗ Includes beginning the Duke of Edinburgh Award

The aim of all IB programmes 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.

The IB Diploma Programme

∗ IB Diploma courses taken in the last two years of high school ∗ A liberal arts curriculum incorporating humanities, mathematics, and sciences ∗ Designed for the highly curious student seeking academic challenges,

• utstanding university preparation,

and a global perspective

The IB Diploma Model

∗ Group 1 – Studies in Language and Literature ∗ Group 2 – Language Acquisition ∗ Group 3 - Individuals and Societies ∗ Group 4 - Sciences ∗ Group 5 - Mathematics ∗ Group 6 - Arts & Electives ∗ Core –Creativity, Activity, Service; The Extended Essay; and Theory of Knowledge

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

The IB Learner Profile

∗ Inquirers ∗ Knowledgeable ∗ Thinkers ∗ Communicators ∗ Principled ∗ Open-Minded ∗ Caring ∗ Risk-Takers ∗ Balanced ∗ Reflective

The aim of all IB programmes 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.

Why do IB?

∗ Outstanding preparation for university based on international standards ∗ IB curriculum takes students beyond the Ontario curriculum ∗ Curriculum taught with a focus on international mindedness ∗ Excellent critical thinking skills developed

… More Advantages

• Advanced standing and

course credit at colleges and universities in Canada and throughout the world

• A sense of

accomplishment in meeting the challenges

• f an international

standard of excellence

“The more we do, the more we can do.” – William Hazlitt

∗ Values academic exploration ∗ Motivated to learn ∗ Intellectually curious ∗ Open-minded ∗ University bound

Diploma Candidate Profile

∗ It’s too difficult! ∗ I can’t do extracurricular activities. ∗ I won’t have a social life. ∗ IB is only for international universities. ∗ My marks will go down. ∗ I won’t get into the university I want because my marks are lower. ∗ It’s only for elite, super-smart kids.

Myths and Rumours

∗ “The IB programme has allowed me to be less stressed at university.” ∗ “I have developed work habits that help me to better balance my time in university.” ∗ “The transfer credits really help you out and open up possibilities when you get to university.” ∗ “The Extended Essay is good practice for essays you write in university.”

What our grads have to say…

∗ “I gained more insight into the realities of university.” ∗ “IB made me happier and more sure of my programme choice.” ∗ “It taught me to deal with workload pressure.” ∗ “It gave me valuable skills, allowing me to volunteer in a graduate study lab as a research assistant.”

∗ To read more alumni feedback ,visit the IB Programme link on the KCVI website

What will Grade 9 and 10 look like?

∗ Pre-IB English ∗ Pre-IB Science ∗ French (I-E-Core) ∗ Can. Geography (I-E) ∗ Math (I-E) ∗ Physical Education (I-E) ∗ Arts Elective ∗ Elective Duke of Edinburgh’s Award ∗ Pre-IB English ∗ Pre-IB Math ∗ Pre-IB Science ∗ French/Spanish ∗ Can. History (I-E) ∗ Civics and Careers (I-E) ∗ Elective ∗ Elective Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

Grade 9: Grade 10:

∗ The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an exciting self-development programme available to 14-24 year olds, equipping them with life skills to make a difference to their communities, themselves, and their country. ∗ It is a great way for students to invest in themselves, and maybe meet a prince or princess at the end of it.

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

KCVI IB Alum, Bryn Davis receiving her Gold Award from HRH Princess Anne

Extra-Curricular Opportunities

Football Curling Basketball Badminton Volleyball Swimming Field Hockey Ice Hockey Cross Country Running Rugby Ultimate Frisbee Rowing Soccer Nordic Skiing Track & Field Lacrosse Alpine skiing Baseball Blood Donor Club Students’ Assoc. Choir Mathletes Concert Band Model UN Debating Club Outdoors Club Athletic Association Pep Squad DECA Robotics Team Drama Club School Musical Environment Club IB Connected Makerspace Jazz Band Writers’ Club Youth in Action

SPORTS: CLUBS & THE ARTS:

∗ Every two years for students in grades 10, 11, and 12

IB International Trip

∗ Space is limited (≈60 students) ∗ Bus transportation is available, but not guaranteed ∗ Fees $2200 ($500 per year in

• Gr. 9 & 10, $600 per year in Gr.

11 & 12) ∗ Bursaries available for students in financial need

Some Further Details

∗ LPIB Application Form (completed

• nline, printed & submitted)

∗ LPIB Option Sheet ∗ Copy of Most Recent Report Card ∗ Grade 8 Teacher Referral (confidential) ∗ $500 Year 1 Fee (due upon confirmation of acceptance)

LPIB Application

∗ http://kcvi.limestone.on.ca/ Two forms to complete: ∗ LPIB Application Form (pdf) – completed & printed ∗ LPIB Google Form – completed (not printed)

The Online Application Form

∗ Applications due January 11th ∗ Successful applicants notified after Janary 25th ∗ Confirmation of acceptance due by January 31st

Application Deadlines

Questions?

For More Information:

∗ https://kcvi.limestone.on.cacvi.limestone.on .ib ∗ Email: davish@limestone.on.ca ∗ Phone: 544-4811, ext. 155 ∗ Twitter: @ib_limestone5 @Talya McKenna/KCVI