IB Grade 8 Information session for Admission September 2012

Date : Nov 24, 2011
Location : Glenforest S.S. - Auditorium
There will be 2 sessions (identical information covered at each)
Session 1 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Session 2 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

Please note this session is designed for students currently in grade 8 who are interested in the IB Programme and the grade 9 IB Preparatory Programme admissions process for September 2012.

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Pre IB Optional Music Course Information

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Grade 9 Pre IB Parent Information

Session handout for Admissions 2012-2013

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Announcements from the I.B. Administration

Pre IB Gr 9 - Sept 2012

Fall Gr. 9 Pre IB students. The GFSS IB staff are very busy marking and processing your files right now. Please watch in your mail - the week of Feb 13th - for an IB GFSS information letter. Thank you. Ms. D. Habib, IB Coordinator

Posted on Thursday 2nd of February 2012 09:31:47 AM by IB Office

IB Gr 11 Courses Fall 2012-2013 Year

Fall Gr. 11 IB students go to this website's tab for - Student Services - Course Selection - Option Sheet Entry for 2012 School Year. Any questions talk to the Student Services Dept. at GFSS.

Posted on Wednesday 1st of February 2012 05:22:35 PM by IB Office

Pre IB Gr. 9 Applications

PRE IB Gr. 9 Applications. Deadline was Jan. 11, 2012. Intake is closed for Sept. 2012. We have now processed all of the applications and are proceeding to the second stage of the application process. We received over 450 applications. All of the applications were wonderful to read and it is clear that the students put a lot of hard work into completing the requirements. After careful consideration we have invited 250 to write the admissions test on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012. We will use the results of the test to determine those students who will be offered a placement in our GFSS Pre IB Programme. We can only accept 116 students. You should all be very proud of yourselves for all of the hard work and perseverance that it took for you to put together your application. As T.S. Elliot said: “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go”. Thank you for your interest in the IB programme. Best of luck in your future education. Ms. Habib, IB Coordinator

Posted on Friday 20th of January 2012 03:39:05 PM by Ms. Habib

Pre IB Gr. 9 Admissions Test is Jan. 21 only

Selected students will be phoned & invited to write the IB Admissions Test. Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012. Times are: 9:00 am – 11:00 am, or 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm. GFSS doors open at 8:30 am, or 11:30 am. Parents are to drop-off students at the Glenforest S.S. foyer. Thank you to all who submitted an application. The office is busy processing your files. Please keep checking this website for updates. Thank you. Ms. Habib, IB Coordinator

Posted on Monday 16th of January 2012 07:00:50 PM by Ms. Habib

Pre IB Gr. 9 Not Accepted for Sept. 2012

After carefully considering all of the applications those students to whom we are unable to offer an admission test will be notified by mail. Ms. Habib.

Posted on Friday 13th of January 2012 11:38:07 AM by IB Office

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When is the deadline to submit application packages?

All important dates are listed on the Glenforest website.

How can I find more information about the IB programme?

Our website provides a link to the IBO website www.ibo.org which contains interesting
and useful information about the International Baccalaureate Programme.

How do I apply?

Download an application package from the our website www.glenforestlibrary.com.
completed package and the application fee of $50.00 mail to the main school office
Attention: I.B. Admissions

Can I come in and pick up an application package from the main office?

All applications must be downloaded from our website.

Can applicants make an appointment to discuss their application with the Principal or the IB Coordinator?

It is not possible for us to meet with each applicant individually. We receive many
applications and find the most effective way to handle questions is by email to the
Coordinator.

I missed the grade 8 IB Parents night. Will there be another one?

There is only one IB information night. The grade 8 parent night scheduled for January is
not specific to IB. Please visit the Glenforest website for information on the IB programme
and to download an application package.

Can I apply using flex boundaries?

Glenforest S.S. is the IB school for Peel students living south of the 401 highway. Students
living north of the 401, who are interested in the I.B. Programme should visit the
website of P.D.S.B. Turner Fenton S.S.

What is an OEN?

The OEN (Ontario Education Number) is a provincial student number which is listed on
report cards.

How do you decide which students are admitted into the programme?

A committee consisting of a cross section of teachers, administrators, the IB counselor and
the IB coordinator reviews each application and makes a determination.

What if I don't have a Peel Student Number?

Students applying from outside of the Peel District School Board, will only be issued a
temporary Glenforest number after the school office receives completed application
packages.

What kind of a student is a good candidate for IB?

The characteristic of the I.B. student is outlined in the I.B. Learner Profile which is available
in the I.B. info package on the web site. Students with strong academic marks, who are
well rounded individuals, involved in extra curricular activities, interested in an international
perspective and who want to learn, like school, and like to work on school work are good
candidates.

Should I provide more than 2 teacher references?

You only need to submit 2 teacher references.

How will I find out if I have been accepted into the programme?

Student will be notified of their status by the end of February. Successful students will be
notified by mail and the acceptance list will be posted on the Glenforest website.

What is the student resume?

The student resume is an opportunity for you to tell us about yourself and highlight things
that you have not been able to include in the other sections of the application forms. There
are many formats for resumes. This is your opportunity to do some research and find a
resume format that would be appropriate to describe yourself to us.

If I decide to come out of the IB Programme, can I still stay at Glenforest S.S.?

Students who do not continue in the IB Programme are expected to return to their home
school as per the Peel Boards Regional Program Policy.

I am very interested in the IB Programme, but am concerned about bussing. Is
there bussing available for IB students?

The IB parent council has arranged for private bussing for IB students. Please refer to our
website for the link to the bussing information.

If I change my mind, are the fees refundable?

The application fee and acceptance fee are non refundable. For the IB Programme fees refer
to the Fee Schedule on the website.

If I have any more questions, what is the best way to get in touch with the IB Coordinator or the IB Administrative Assistant?

The best way to get in touch with us, is via e-mail. We will do our best to get back to you
within 48 hours.

Is French the only Group 2 - Second Language studied in the IB programme at Glenforest?

Yes, French SL is the only Group 2 course that is offered at Glenforest S.S. and is a
requirement of the IB diploma. The course is offered at the standard level in grade 11
and 12. Successful IB students are comfortable reading and writing in French.

What is an IEP?

The IEP is an "Individual Learning Plan". If you do not have an IEP, indicate NA in the box.
Students with an IEP should check off the box and attach a copy of the IEP to the
application package.