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International Baccalaureate Program 2010 - 2011
www.ainlay.ca/programs/ib
What is the International Baccalaureate Program?
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a rigorous pre-university course
of studies, which meets the needs of highly motivated secondary school students.
Designed as a comprehensive two-year curriculum that allows its graduates to fulfil
requirements of various national education systems, the diploma model is based on the
pattern of no single country but incorporates the best elements of many.
The curriculum is displayed in the shape of a hexagon with six academic areas
surrounding the core. Subjects are studied concurrently and students are exposed to the
two great traditions of learning --- the humanities and the sciences. Students are
required to take one subject from each of the six subject areas which are illustrated
on the hexagon. This course selection results in a balance of the arts and the sciences.
English (HL)
French (SL)
or German (SL)
or Japanese (SL)
or Spanish (SL)
History (HL)
Extended Essay
Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Action, Service
Biology (HL)
or Physics (HL)
Mathematics
(SL)
Chemistry (SL)
or Physics (SL)
or Theatre Arts (HL or SL)
or Visual Arts (HL or SL)
or Music (SL)
or another IB Language (SL)
Distribution requirements ensure that the science-oriented student is challenged to learn
a foreign language and that the natural linguist becomes familiar with laboratory
procedures. While overall balance is maintained, flexibility in choosing higher level
concentrations allows the student to pursue areas of personal interest and to meet
special requirements for university entrance.
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Requirements:
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Three higher level (HL) and three standard level (SL) courses (maximum of 4 HL)
Theory of Knowledge course
A self - directed research paper (Extended Essay) no longer than 4,000 words
A minimum of 150 hours of Creativity, Action, and Service in Grades 11 and 12
The classic IB Full Diploma includes English, History, an International Language,
Mathematics, a Science and a Fine Arts Course. (Students can also choose to take a
second Science or a second International Language instead of a Fine Arts course)
Higher Level Subjects:
• English
• European History (1790 - 1990)
• Biology
• Physics
• Art
Standard Level Subjects:
• French, Japanese, German, Spanish
• Mathematics
• Chemistry, Physics
• Theatre Arts, Art or Music
Sample Timetable:
Grade 10
Harry Ainlay Pre-IB
Grade 11
IB Diploma
Grade 12
IB Diploma
English 10-1 pIB
Int. Language 10 pIB
Social Studies 10-1 pIB
Science 10 pIB
Mathematics 10 pIB
Mathematics 20 IB
Phys Ed 10 pIB (3)
Option * (3)
Option* (5)
CALM (seminar)
English 20-1 IB
World Literature 21 IB (3)
Int. Language 20 IB
Social Studies 20-1(His) IB
Biology 20 IB or Physics 20 IB
Biology 35 IB or Physics 35 IB
Chem 20 IB or a Fine Art
Chem 35 IB (3) or Option* (3)
Mathematics 30 IB
Theory of Knowledge
Option* (3)
English 30-1 IB
Int. Language 30 IB
Social Studies 30-1 (His) IB
World History 30 IB (3)
Biology 30 IB or Physics 30IB
Chem 30 IB or a Fine Art
Mathematics 31 IB
Theory of Knowledge (3)
Option* (5)
* Art, Theatre Arts, Music or an additional International Language can be taken. A third
science in the regular program is also an option (in Grade 11 or 12).
NOTE: Students who choose to pursue two IB sciences can also take a third
science in the regular program within the Grade 11 and 12 timetable OR in Summer
School.
For more detailed information about course content please visit the full IB Course
Description Guide posted on http://ainlay.ca/programs/ib/
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What does the International Baccalaureate Program offer?
It is a direct path to university and is the best possible preparation that one can receive
to develop the skills necessary to achieve success there. International Baccalaureate
(IB) is a rigorous academic program that gives students more opportunities to develop
critical thinking skills than any other honors program. Harry Ainlay IB students say that
they value the dynamic classroom environment, individual instruction, challenging
curriculum, dedicated teachers and the opportunity to develop self-confidence.
What makes the Harry Ainlay International Baccalaureate Program special?
Harry Ainlay has the largest IB program in Alberta, and is recognized internationally
as one of the most successful IB schools in the world. Harry Ainlay has been graduating
IB students since 1984. Over the years, Harry Ainlay has seen 1007 students earn the IB
Diploma and approximately 3970 earn IB Certificates. Each year, approximately 650-700
students are enrolled in our Harry Ainlay Pre–IB diploma and IB diploma program. This
substantial population provides the opportunity for a wider selection of IB courses and
more flexible timetabling for our students.
At Harry Ainlay we believe that most IB students are capable of pursuing a full IB
Diploma program, and encourage them to do so in Grade 11. We help prepare all
future IB students by having all Grade 10 students follow the Harry Ainlay pre-IB diploma
program which actively enhances the skill set required to be successful when students
join IB in Grade 11. This approach has helped us earn the highest IB Diploma
completion rate in Alberta. Although IB Diploma students are most highly pursued by
universities, IB Certificate students can still gain advanced placement and transfer credit
at most universities in individual disciplines. Our students can make an informed
choice about what is the correct path for them to follow.
In addition:
We actively monitor student progress to ensure that students experience success
and get help when they need it.
We annually organize IB field trips that help students gain a greater appreciation
for the languages, culture, arts, architecture, history and perspectives of the
international communities that we visit.
Any Grade 10 student in the Harry Ainlay pre-IB diploma program is eligible to
complete their Alberta Learning CALM course requirement by our unique seminar
method.
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Evaluation:
Students are awarded Alberta Education marks for their achievement in IB courses
during the program.
In Grade 12, students write their IB examinations in May and their Alberta Diploma
examinations in June. Most universities will accept the higher of these two grades
to meet admission requirements. Many universities will offer at least conditional
admission on the basis of teacher generated IB predicted grades.
IB grades are based on teacher and student-generated internal assessment as well as
externally assessed IB examinations. This gives a better reflection of a student’s
abilities than an examination only approach to assessment.
Students in IB Math write the Mathematics 30 Alberta Diploma exam in Grade 11.
Each IB course is marked on a 7 point scale (all full diploma students take 6 of these
classes to earn up to 42 points). There are also 3 bonus points available for the Extended
Essay and the Theory of Knowledge course which produce a mark out of 45 points. To
earn an IB Diploma, students must score at least 24 points out of a possible 45. Harry
Ainlay’s Diploma candidates consistently average 35 points or better, which is well
above the world average.
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University Recognition:
Most universities in Canada and the United States actively recruit IB graduates. Harvard,
MIT, Yale, Stanford and U of T, to name a few, recognize the IB credentials for advanced
placement or transfer credit. Each of the 3,500 universities and colleges in North
America has its own admission policy, so recognition of IB courses should not be taken
for granted. Contact your university of choice for specific information; visit the IBO public
website at http://www.ibo.org (click on “where we work” then “country information” then
“find
IB
in
Canada”
then
“diploma
recognition”
policies);
or
visit
http://www.ibo.org/ibna/recognition/slideh.cfm for a comparative grid of Canadian
University Policies.
University of Alberta:
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IB students receive Advanced Standing (credit or placement) in approved
courses for an IB grade of 6 or 7.
Students who earn the IB Diploma may be granted early and unconditional
admission based on IB predicted grades.
IB Diploma students also receive very strong consideration for admission into
limited enrolment faculties and for U of A scholarship competitions.
IB Diploma students will be granted advance credit for the Theory of Knowledge
Course with three units of course weight in an open elective at the 100 level.
For more information about IB recognition at the U of A please visit
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/IB.
University of Calgary:
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IB Diploma is recognized as an admission credential.
The highest mark (IB or provincial mark) is used for admission and award
calculations.
IB Diploma students automatically get a full year of advanced credit (specific
credits vary for HL and SL courses and not all advanced credits will be applicable
to all degrees).
Top admission and registration priority.
Automatic acceptance into top level (platinum) of Scholars’ advantage program.
Guaranteed Residence Room.
IB Advisors.
20 scholarships exclusively for IB Diploma Holders - $3500 plus.
For more information about IB recognition at the U of C please visit
http://www.ucalgary.ca/admissions/ibmatters.
University of British Columbia:
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IB Diploma qualifies students for early admission with a minimum total of 32 on IB
predicted grades.
Automatic $2500 scholarships for a 32 IB predicted grade and qualify for major
scholarships at 35 or more.
Advanced credits for 5’s or 6’s and advanced placement.
Students who achieve 5 or more on IB English will be exempted from the
Language Proficiency test.
For more information about IB recognition at the UBC please visit
https://you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/ib.ezc.
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First Year U of C GPA’s of 3.50 or Higher
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52%
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48%
47%
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36%
IB
NonIB
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11%
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Year 2
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Conley, D., Ward, T. (2009). Summary Brief: International Baccalaureate Standards
Development and Alignment Project. Educational Policy Improvement Center,
Eugene, Oregon.
“The IB standards are highly aligned with the KSUS standards indicating that students
who learn the IB curriculum in high school enter college with the type of knowledge and
skills not only expected by college faculty but also with skills known to promote academic
success in entry-level courses. Of the 73 KSUS standards in English only seven KSUS
standards were not aligned with the IB standards across Language A1, Extended Essay
and Theory of Knowledge. Similarly in mathematical studies, for the 83 KSUS standards
only 11 were not aligned to the IB standards. Of special note is the complete alignment
found between the mathematical studies standards and the algebra, trigonometry and
statistics standards of the college ready KSUS. A large section of the KSUS standards
are devoted to the study and acquisition of algebra skills. This emphasis is intentional
because college faculty members know that strong algebra skills are closely linked with
success in college math and science courses. Students who take the IB mathematical
studies course have the opportunity to learn every algebra standard expec ted by the
college faculty who will teach them (as represented by the KSUS). In science there is
complete alignment between the KSUS standards and the 47 IB chemistry standards, the
19 biology standards and the concepts of environmental science that are em bedded
across all three IB science courses. For IB physics (31 standards) only five KSUS
standards could not be detected. In general those KSUS standards for which the faculty
alignment experts could detect no alignment were simply of a grain-size more detailed
than the IB standards.” (Conley, 2009)
“Faculty members consistently report that critical thinking skills, intellectual
inquisitiveness and interpretation are skills that should be mastered prior to enrolling in
college freshman courses. The key cognitive strategies emphasized within the IB
Diploma Programme show evidence that the content of IB is fully aligned with what is
expected by university faculty.” (Conley, 2009)
“The results of this study clearly confirm the strong relationship between the IB Diploma
Programme and standards for college readiness and success. The IB standards
demonstrate a very high degree of alignment with the KSUS standards in all subject
areas. In addition, many of the individual IB standards are at a level more advanced than
entry-level college courses. Furthermore, the IB standards address key cognitive
strategies that are critical to success in entry-level college courses. These key cognitive
skill areas are rarely addressed in state content standards but are identified almost
universally by college instructors as being central to success in entry-level college
courses. In short, students who participate successfully in IB should be well prepared to
succeed in entry-level college general education courses and in some cases to have
already learned material covered in such courses.” (Conley, 2009)
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What Our Students Say:
... an experience I would not have done without. What a feeling of accomplishment!
Katherine Veeman
IB Diploma Graduate
The IB program at Harry Ainlay is excellent. I have learned advanced material with the
help of dedicated and caring teachers. I have had fun expanding my knowledge. I highly
recommend this program.
Johanna Lo
former Vernon Barford student
Harry Ainlay is a great high school with excellent teachers and students. It not only offers
a strong IB program but also a wide variety of clubs and extra - curricular activities that
provide wonderful opportunities for involvement.
Mathew Penner
former Grandview Heights student
The IB program teaches good work habits and keeps me on my toes ... I feel that it is
preparing me for the future.
Ryan Sandhu
former D.S. MacKenzie student
Even pre - IB is amazing. I was afraid I would have to stay up late just to finish my
homework, but thankfully, I was proven wrong. The program moves quickly enough so
that you won’t be bored and you are with a group of people who aren’t afraid of a little
work. I would recommend this program to any student who wants a reasonable
challenge; with a peaceful atmosphere to work and learn in.
Graeme Armstrong
former Avalon student
The IB program is a challenge, but a gratifying one. It is extremely fulfilling to be placed
in an environment where everyone pushes you to a higher level of thinking and
achievement.
Amber Peters
former T.D. Baker student
The IB program is certainly a challenge.... but it is also very rewarding.
Michael Sands
former Dan Knott student
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IB Achievements:
In recent years, the spotlight has shone brightly on our IB graduates.
Mikaela Ediger (2009)
Oliver Antoniu (2008)
Genan Peng (2007)
Karla Telidetski (2007)
Kasmira Pawa (2007)
Jason Motkoski (2006)
Carolyn Mouris (2005)
The Blyth Cambridge Scholarship – approx. $160,000
The Cooper Union Entrance Scholarship - $160,000 US
The Cooper Union Entrance Scholarship - $160,000 US
U of C Schulich Scholarship - $60,000
U of C Schulich Scholarship - $50,000
U of C Schulich Scholarship - $60,000
The Cooper Union Entrance Scholarship - $110,000 US
Edmonton Public Schools Awards:
Qing Qing Wu ( 2009)
Danika Leung ( 2009)
Lisa Cristall ( 2008)
Alexander Baer ( 2007 )
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Highest Average in EPSB
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
(tied with Jantina Toxopeus, Tina Leung and Rohan Dang)
Charles Lim ( 2006 )
Highest IB Diploma Mark in EPSB
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Haley Chau (2005)
Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Philip Fernandes ( 2004 ) Highest IB Diploma Mark at Harry Ainlay
Peter Ao ( 2004 )
Highest Average in EPSB
Nicholas Etches ( 2003 )
Highest IB Diploma Mark in EPSB
Sumudu Fernando ( 2002 ) Highest Average in the District (tied)
Highest IB Diploma Mark in EPSB (tied)
University of Alberta Major Scholarships:
Qing Qing Wu (2009)
Matthieu Amyotte (2009)
Jordan Baker (2009)
Paige Borger (2009)
David Driedger (2009)
Ray Yang (2009)
University of
University of
University of
University of
University of
University of
Alberta President’s Citation - $25,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $7500 - 10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $7500 - 10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $7500 - 10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $7500 - 10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $7500 - 10,000
Rita Chen (2008)
Lisa Cristall (2008)
John Zou (2008)
Andrea Hill (2008)
University of
University of
University of
University of
Alberta President’s Citation - $25,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $10,000
Alberta Dean’s Citation - $10,000
Alexander Baer (2007)
Tina Liang (2007)
Sahil Gupta (2007)
Jantina Toxopeus (2007)
Daniel Fok (2007)
University of
University of
University of
University of
University of
Alberta President’s Citation - $25,000
Alberta President’s Citation - $25,000
Alberta Chancellor’s Citation - $15,000
Alberta Chancellor’s Citation - $15,000
Alberta Dean’s IB Citation - $15,000
***** In 2009 *****
Harry Ainlay Students
Received over $260,000.00 in University of Alberta Scholarships
and over $771,900.00 in Alexander Rutherford Scholarships
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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. (IBO
Mission Statement)
If you have any questions please contact
D. Fischer, IB Coordinator at
Diane.Fischer@epsb.ca or 780-413-2700 ext. 2440
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