Primary Years Programme, Block 7: Sunday 11:00 to 12:30

The Journey of Three Dual Language Schools as They Become IB Primary Years Programme Schools

Room: Missouri

presented by Ann Wink, Programme Specialist, International Baccalaureate
Brian Doyle, Principal, Northline Elementary School
Patricia Rendon, GT Specialist, Region 1 Education Service Center
Peggy Bumanis, PYP Coordinator, Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School STS

In this session you will hear from principals, PYP Consultants and Coordinators, Dual Language/GT Specialists, and the Grant Manager as they explain ESTUDIOS (Enabling Students to Understand and Demonstrate the Importance of Outstanding Scholarship) a J.K. Javits grant project designed to merge the IB Primary Years Programme with existing dual language programs in three Texas schools. With the aid of the PYP consultants and extensive training opportunities, ESTUDIOS Schools have made rapid progress in their efforts to better serve their students, especially those traditionally under-represented in gifted programs. Early data gathered will be shared. During the last 15 minutes the presenters will be joined by a Texas Education Agency Representative and select teachers from the school on a panel to answer questions.

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Developing the IB Learner Profile in Diploma Programme Schools

Room: Superior A

presented by Tristian Stobie, Head of Diploma Programme development, International Baccalaureate

The learner profile is the embodiment of the IB mission statement in ten attributes. It provides for the first time a clear, unambiguous statement of the values that have always underpinned the structure and content of each of the programmes. This session explores how schools can develop the profile, with the focus on the Diploma Programme age range, although the presentation is also relevant for the other programmes.

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