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

Welcome to K.C.V.I.
and the Limestone
International
Baccalaureate
Grade 8
Information Night 2016
IB Coordinator – Helen Davis
Principal – Ted Holden
Vice Principal – Margaret Connelly
Vice Principal – Lonny Gibson
Head of Student Services – Bonney Morris-Pocock
LJBP and IBDP
 LJBP –Limestone Junior
Baccalaureate Programme
 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
 IB - International
Baccalaureate
 IBDP -International
Baccalaureate Diploma
Programme
 IB Certificates
 All IB courses cover
grades 11 and 12
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 motivated
student seeking educational
challenges, outstanding 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 – Theory of Knowledge;
Creativity, Action, Service; and
The Extended Essay
Why do IB?
 Outstanding preparation for university
based on international standards
 IB curriculum takes students beyond the
Ontario curriculum
 Curriculum taught from a global
perspective
 Excellent critical thinking skills developed
… More Advantages
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Advanced standing and
course credit at colleges
and universities in
Canada and throughout
the world
A sense of
accomplishment in
meeting the challenges
of an international
standard of excellence
“The more we do, the more we can do.” – William Hazlitt
The IB Learner Profile
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.
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Inquirers
Knowledgeable
Thinkers
Communicators
Principled
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Open-Minded
Caring
Risk-Takers
Balanced
Reflective
Diploma Candidate Profile
 University bound
 Values academic exploration
 Highly motivated
 Goal oriented and organized
 Intellectually curious
Myths and Rumours
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It’s too HARD!
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.
 What’s happening with KC?
What our grads have to say…
 “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.”
 “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?
Grade 9:
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English IB Prep.
Science IB Prep.
French (I-E-Core)
Can. Geography (I-E)
Math (I-E)
Physical Education (I-E)
Arts Elective
Elective
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Grade 10:
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English IB Prep.
Math IB Prep.
Science IB Prep.
French/Spanish
Can. History (I-E)
Civics and Careers (I-E)
Elective
Elective
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Duke of Edinburgh Award
 The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is an
exciting self-development programme
available to 14-25 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.
KCVI IB Alum, Bryn Davis receiving her
Gold Award from HRH Princess Anne
Some Further Details
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Space is limited (≈60 students)
Bus transportation is available, but not guaranteed
Fees $1600 ($400 per year)
Bursaries available for students
in financial need
LJBP Application
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KCVI Registration
LJBP Option Sheet
Copy of most recent report card
Grade 8 teacher recommendation
$400 Year 1 Fee (deposited upon confirmation of acceptance)
Questions?
For More Information:
 http://kcvi.limestone.on.ca/IBProgramme/kc
vi.limestone.on.ca/ib
 Email: davish@limestone.on.ca
 phone: 544-4811, ext. 155 x155