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IB Ready!. At Kent Meridian High School. Game!. What does IB stand for? What is IB? Where is IB r ecognized? What are some benefits from doing IB? What is the difference between IB, Running Start and Advanced Placement?. Correct Answers. IB = International Baccalaureate
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IB Ready! At Kent Meridian High School
Game! What does IB stand for? What is IB? Where is IB recognized? What are some benefits from doing IB? What is the difference between IB, Running Start and Advanced Placement?
Correct Answers IB = International Baccalaureate They are “honors” classes Nationally and internationally recognized College Credit and Scholarships IB- ‘narrow and deep’, international AP- ‘wide and shallow’, national Running Start- community college courses, in-state
IB Curriculum • Diploma vs. Certificate • Diploma • All 6 classes • 3 Higher Level • 3 Standard Level • Theory of Knowledge (TOK) • Extended Essay (EE) • Creativity Action Service Hours (CAS) • Testing • Your plan fits your strengths!
English History Essay, CAS and TOK Math Science Art World Language
Example of a Diploma Plan *Required for Diploma
Prep for IB • Bookmark • Take a world language in 9th and 10th grade (Spanish/French/Japanese) • Take Honors English • Maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher for 9th and 10th grade • Take art and theater classes in 9th and 10th grade if you are interested in those IB classes. • Complete Algebra 3/4 by the end of your sophomore year. • Take an Occupational Education in 9th and/or 10th grade • Take Health in 9th or 10th grade • Try to take Biology in 9th and Chemistry in 10th*
Frequently Asked Questions Do IB Diploma students have a social life? Can you do sports and clubs as well as IB? How much sleep do you get every night? Can I start the IB Diploma my senior year?