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IB is a globally recognized, academically challenging and balanced program for university-bound grade 11 & 12 students. It has earned the respect and recognition from the world's leading universities and is the fastest growing enrichment program worldwide. A combination of internal assessments, marked by the classroom teacher and external exams, marked internationally, are used to develop the final mark.<\/p>\n

The depth\u00a0of the IB\u00a0extends beyond the regular\u00a0curriculum and actively promotes critical thinking, independence and social awareness.\u00a0The program\u00a0has gained recognition and respect from the\u00a0world's leading universities and can lead to advanced standing\u200b or credit.<\/p>\n

IB originated in 1969\u00a0in Europe as\u00a0\u200ban effort by international schools to assure quality educational standards for students, regardless of where they lived. Since that time, it has become the world\u00a0leader in preparing students to be globally minded, principled leaders with a commitment to service, academic integrity and excellence.<\/p>\n

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IB Parent Night Presentation <\/h3>\n
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What are the benefits?<\/h2>\n

IB graduates are recognized as the \"whole package\": exceptional academic preparation, work ethic, leadership and involvement. Most universities will give credit for higher level IB subjects and IB students experience greater success and higher graduation rates from post-secondary. Scores on IB assessments are also a significant predictor of performance in university. For a list of all universities worldwide and their IB policy\u00a0click here<\/strong><\/a>.\u200b<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Does the IB Diploma prepare students for university?<\/h2>\n

A view from the flip side: Top university admission director talks IB...<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Andrew Arida, associate registrar and director of student recruitment and undergraduate admissions at the University of British Columbia discusses the value of the IB in the university admissions process. View the PowerPoint: IB Students & First Year Performance\u200b\u200b\u00a0UBC admissions and the benefits of the IBDP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

IB: LEAD Information<\/h3>\n
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LEAD: IB Preparation<\/h2>\n

At Chippewa, we offer a preparatory program called LEAD (Leadership, Education, and Advocacy Development) in grade 9 and 10 in order to fully equip students for grades 11 and 12. Students complete the Ontario curriculum in English, French, Science and 3 Math courses in the first two years of high school through an IB lens. This program of study covers\u00a0 material, more quickly, than its Ontario counterparts. The purpose is to emphasize the pace and depth of study and focus on writing and thinking skills necessary for success in the IB Diploma Program. IB style assignments and evaluation methods are introduced.<\/p>\n

Who is suited for LEAD and IB?<\/h2>\n

LEAD is for students who love to learn and who are actively searching for opportunities to become future leaders. Key indicators:<\/p>\n