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The Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Christopher HilmerPrincipal
IB Head of School
Nicole GordnerIB Coordinator
Lori Richards Mark FullerLibrarian Guidance Counselor Extended Essay Coordinator CAS Coordinator
Land Acknowledgement
We would like to start by acknowledging that we are on
the traditional territories of the Wendat, the
Haudenosaunee, and the Anishinaabe peoples, whose
presence here continues to this day.
We also would like to acknowledge this is the treaty lands
of the First Nations of the Williams Treaty and thank them
and other Indigenous peoples for sharing this land with us.
We would also like to acknowledge the Chippewas of
Georgina Island First Nation as our closest First Nation
community and our partners in education.
AGENDA
● Overview of the IB Programme (video module)● Overview of the IB Programme at The Dr. G. W.
Williams Secondary School● A Student Perspective● The Application Process
◆ School Locator, Eligibility, and Application Window
◆ Application Components● Using EDSBY and Reminders● Q & A
Graduate with both an OSSD and an IB Diploma.
Encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning.
Become more culturally aware, through the development of a second language and the emphasis on International mindedness throughout the programme.
IB World School students develop strong academic, social and emotional characteristics.
Demanding program with externally assessed exams – students can see how they measure up internationally.
Why IB?
Williams' Preparatory-IB Program
Grades 9 & 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Grade 9 Sample Schedule
Semester 1 Semester 2
Pre-IB English Pre-IB French
Pre-IB Geography Physical Ed.
Pre-IB Mathematics Pre-IB Science
Arts Elective Elective
Grade 10 Sample Schedule
Semester 1 Semester 2
Pre-IB English Pre-IB French
Pre-IB History Pre-IB Science
Pre-IB Mathematics
(Grade 10)
Pre-IB Mathematics
(Grade 11)
Career & Civics Elective
IB Diploma Programme Course of Study
Over the course of a two-year programme:
● 6 academic subjects from 6 subject groups
HL (Higher Level) courses represent classes with a
minimum 240 instructional hours
=3 semesters of course work
SL (Standard Level) courses represent classes
with a minimum 150 instructional hours
=2 semesters of course work
IB TerminologyIB Terminology
Students take:
● 3 HL courses
● 3 SL courses
Complete the IB Core:
● Extended Essay
● Theory of Knowledge
● Creativity, Activity, and Service
IB Curriculum Overview
● Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature – HL English
● Group 2: Language Acquisition – SL French
● Group 3: Individuals and Societies – HL History
● Group 4: Sciences – HL Chemistry or HL Biology
● Group 5: Mathematics – SL Math
● Group 6:
The Arts or substitution from Group 4 – Standard Level
• Option A: SL Visual Arts
• Option B: SL Physics
• Option C: SL Biology
NOTE: Student course selections will
determine which courses will run.
Williams’ Course of Study
Williams' IB Diploma Programme
Grades 9 & 10
Grade 11Anticipation Year
$1500 Fee
Grade 12Diploma Year
$1500 Fee
Grade 11 Sample Schedule
Semester 1 Semester 2
English HL French SL/TOK
Group 6 SL Group 6 SL
Science HL History HL
Math SL Math SL
Grade 12 Sample Schedule
Semester 1 Semester 2
English HL English HL
History HL History HL
Science HL Science HL
French SL/TOK French SL
Theory of Knowledge
Creativity, Activity &
Service
Extended Essay
Core Elements
Timetable Considerations
● Students have a complete timetable
● Students do not have spaces in their timetable for spares or non-IB courses
● Students are only able to take 2 Science courses in the IB Programme. (Students cannot take all 3 during day school.)
IB Programme Fees
$3,000.00 Total over two years
● $1,500.00 per year
Anticipation Year (Grade 11) and Diploma Year (Grade 12)
● There is no charge when students are in Grade 9 and 10
● These fees cannot be used as tax deductions
Operating Costs
- Affiliation fees
- Registration Fees
- External Examination Fees
- Teacher Training Fees
- Resources and extra course materials
- Incidentals as needed
Student Perspective….
Sydney & Christian
IB PROGRAMMES IN YRDSB
Application Criteria & Process
• You live in York Region at the time of application. Students apply to their area IB School. Please use the YRDSB School Locator to determine your IB area school.
Live in York Region
• You are a student currently in Grade 8.Grade 8 Student
• Complete the online application process between Monday, October 21st at 12p.m. - November 7th at 11:59 p.m.. Please note there is a $35 fee to apply.
Online Application & Fee
• Request that a current core subject teacher complete a Reference Form. You will need to provide an email address for your teacher at the time of application and we will share the reference form on your behalf.
Reference Form
• Complete the Application Assessment Task in November (21st or 23rd).
Admissions Assessment
• Students must provide a COPY of the Grade 7 final report card (This is submitted on the Assessment day) and their Grade 8 progress report.
Grade 7 Final Report Card
YRDSB IB Schools
School Locator
● You can only apply to the IB
school that is attached to
your home address
● To identify your IB school,
visit the Board website
> School Locator
>Enter your current
home address
School Year On School Locator
Check the 2020 – 2021 School Year Tab
to determine your IB Area School
(this is the school you will be applying to)
Application Fee
• There is a $35 non-refundable application fee
• VISA, Mastercard, American Express, or Pay Pal
• Apply online between Monday, October 21st, 2019
at 12:00p.m. and Thursday, November 7, 2019 at
11:59 p.m.
• Upon completing your registration, you will receive
an email receipt
• Please be sure to print the receipt which indicates
your assessment time (November 21st or 23rd)
Application Assessment Task
Group Activity Personal Written Response
- Collaborative problem solving - Independent
- Cross-curricular, critical thinking - Reflection based on the
- Targets learning skills & IB Learner collaborative task
Profile Attributes - Evaluated for content
- NOT evaluated
Application Assessment Task
● The evaluation of the written task is based on the
content of the response
● How well are students able to:
➢Describe and support thinking about the
collaborative task
➢Provide explanations, evidence and/or examples
specific to their participation in the group task
● Students are not evaluated on spelling or grammar
We do NOT recommend or endorse any
tutoring or preparation companies.
Assessment Day
● Remember to bring copies of the Grade 7 final report card and Grade 8
progress report and a registration receipt.
● Other than a writing utensil, students are not required to bring an
equipment as all working materials will be provided.
● Please remember to arrive early
● Only students will be allowed into the building and will be greeted by
prefects and staff
Accommodations
If you have an IEP and require specific assessment
accommodations, please contact the
IB Coordinator prior to applying
905-727-3131 ext. 277
Admission Decisions
● Acceptances will be sent out by the end of
January via email
➔During the online application, please
ensure you provide an active email
account
➔Be sure to check your spam filters
● Individual results and/or standing will not be
released
● Submitting an application indicates that you
understand and will adhere to this policy
Recap
● Online Application
➔ Access the online application through www.yrdsb.ca
➔ Opens: Monday, October 21st, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.
➔ Closes: Thursday, November 7 at 11:59 p.m.
● Admissions assessment to be held at your area
school
➔ Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 6:00 p.m.
➔ Saturday, November 23, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
Bring: your confirmation email, copies of your final Grade 7
report card and Grade 8 progress report
● Opens on Monday, October 21st at 12:00 pm
● Closes on Thursday, November 7th at 11:59pm
● Registration fee: $35 non-refundable
EDSBYIB Online Registration Process
Online Registration through EDSBY
CURRENT YRDSB PARENTS➔ Many YRDSB parents have already activated their EDSBY account after
accepting the invitation by their child’s home school and authenticating their
account.
➔ If you have not accepted the invitation, please do so now or request another
invitation from your child’s home school.
➔ Once you are linked with Edsby, you will be able to login and register directly
for the IB admissions assessment
➔ Link will be available Monday, October 21st at 12:00 p.m.
➔ Ensure that you use the same email address that you have on file with YRDSB
➔ If your information on the elementary school’s file is not current, please
contact the school and update the information
Online Registration through EDSBY
NON-YRDSB PARENTS and NON-LINKED YRDSB PARENTS● Parents must first create an EDSBY account using the campaign link found on
our school website. On our school website it will be found by navigating to
-IB Programme
-Application and Admissions
● Click on “Register for a new Edsby parent account.”
● YRDSB parents should use the email address you have on record at your child’s
school
● Click submit
● You will receive an invitation link via email. Click on the invitation link and
select “I don’t have an Edsby parent account.”
Please be advised that the Board websites may be down for maintenance for a
day during the application window. If you are not able to access the website,
please try again later.
Clubs and Other Opportunities
DECA Student Council Math Club
Peer Mentors Aviation Club Arts Council
Science Club Equity Council Music Council
Junior Band Athletic Council Yearbook
Senior Band Coding Club Choir
Chess Club Creative Writing Best Buddies Club
Debate Club Spirit Squad Photography Club
Book Club International Field Trips HOSA
Drama Club Baking Club Relay for Life
Field Hockey Nordic Skiing BadmintonCross-country
Running Track and Field
Flag Football Hockey Baseball GolfUltimate Frisbee
Basketball Soccer Ski Club Fitness Club Volleyball
Athletics
The Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School
Thank you for attending!
