The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Edward H. White High School – “Launching Lifelong Learners…”

Edward H. White High School opened in 1971, and since then has had an extensive and incomparable tradition of excellence,
whether on the field, in the classroom, or in the world of work. We have truly lived up to our reputation as the “Pride of the
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Westside” through programs that place our students on the cutting edge of education in the 21 century. Our most academically
able students are challenged and prepared for post-secondary education through the College Board’s Advanced Placement
curriculum, but in 2010, we are proud to offer our students another outstanding program, one that truly offers our students an
opportunity to not only meet state and national standards, but those on the international level: the International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme. It is the most rigorous and demanding college preparatory curriculum ever offered at Edward H. White High
School. Join us as we prepare to launch our next class of lifelong learners into a brighter and more prosperous tomorrow!

Minimum Qualifications for Admission

In order to qualify for admission to the IB program at Ed White High, students must submit a completed written application
(including writing samples, teacher recommendation forms, and other forms if not enrolled in a Duval County school), must have
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scored a Level 3 or above on the FCAT Reading and Mathematics tests, and must have completed Algebra I successfully in their 8
grade year. Admissions are competitive, as many applications are received, but only a limited number of spots are available!

What is the IB Curriculum?

The International Baccalaureate Curriculum is based on study in six disciplines: Language A (English), Language B (foreign language:
either French or Spanish), Individuals and Societies (history and the social sciences), Experimental Sciences (biology or chemistry),
Mathematics (statistics or calculus), and the Arts (visual arts, psychology, economics, or geography). Students must test in all six
disciplines, three at a higher level (HL) which requires two years of study, and three at the standard or subsidiary level (SL) which
requires one year of study. In addition to assessments and examinations in the six disciplines, students are required to complete the
Theory of Knowledge (TOK) course, the Creativity-Action-Service (CAS) project, and an Extended Essay in order to complete the
curriculum. Examinations are evaluated externally by examiners contracted by IBO in Cardiff, Wales. They are evaluated on a point
scale of 1 (the lowest) to 7 (the highest). Students must receive a minimum of twenty-four points on their six tests and complete the
other three requirements in order to earn an IB Diploma.

Courses and Four-Year Plan

IB students enter Ed White in their freshman year as Pre-IB students, and take courses in their first two years to prepare them for
the rigors of the program. Below are the courses and sequence in which our students will complete the program:

Course/Subject Area 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
Language A: English Pre-IB English I Pre-IB English II IB English III (SL/AP) IB English IV (HL)
Language B: Foreign Pre-IB Spanish or French I Pre-IB Spanish or French II
Pre-IB Spanish or French III IB Spanish or French IV (SL)
Social Studies Pre-IB World History (AP) AP European History IB American History (AP) IB History of Americas (HL)
Sciences Pre-IB Biology I Pre-IB Chemistry I IB Biology or Chemistry II (SL) IB Biology or Chemistry III (HL)
Mathematics Pre-IB Geometry or Algebra II Pre-IB Algebra II or IB Pre-
IB Pre-Calculus or Math Analysis IB Calculus or Math Studies (SL)
Calculus or Calculus with Intro Stats (SL) or Mathematics (HL)
IB Pre-IB Inquiry Skills Research I and Theory of Theory of Knowledge II and
Knowledge I Research II
Sixth Area Initial Offerings: Film, Economics, Psychology, Visual Arts (2-D/3-D), Information Technology in Global Society, Business and Management, or
any second language, second science, or second mathematics. (SL/AP if applicable)
IB Core Requirements Students in their junior and senior years must complete 150 hours of CAS (Creativity, Action, and Service), complete an essay and
presentation in Theory of Knowledge, and research and write an Extended Essay on a topic of their choice.
(HL – students will take a Higher Level exam, SL – students will take a Standard Level exam, AP – students will be offered the opportunity to take the Advanced
Placement exam in the area.)

Edward H. White High School is an candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common
philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that this school believes is important for our students. *Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as IB
World Schools can offer any of its three academic programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), or the Diploma Programme. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization
will be granted. For further information about the IBO and its programmes, visit http://www.ibo.org.
Extra-Curricular and Athletic Programs

The best IB students are the ones who balance their academics with interested clubs and sports. Here’s a sample of what we offer:

Extra-Curricular Clubs and Activities Competitive Athletics

National Honor Society Fellowship of Christian Athletes Boys Girls
Academic Team (Brain Brawl) French Club Football (Fall) Cross Country (Fall)
Model United Nations Gay-Straight Alliance Cross Country (Fall) Volleyball (Fall)
Student Government Junior Civitan Swimming and Diving (Fall) Swimming and Diving (Fall)
Art Club Key Club Golf (Fall) Slow Pitch Softball (Fall)
American Sign Language Club Divas and Gents Basketball (Winter) Golf (Fall)
Baseball Babes Rhythm Dance Soccer (Winter) Bowling (Fall)
Business Professionals of America Spanish Club Wrestling (Winter) Basketball (Winter)
Career Education Clubs of Florida Odyssey Yearbook/Commanders Log Baseball (Spring) Soccer (Winter)
Drama Club Marching Commanders Band Track and Field (Spring) Weightlifting (Winter)
Ed White Athletic Club Cheerleaders Tennis (Spring) Fast Pitch Softball (Spring)
Book Club Tennis (Spring)
Track and Field (Spring)
Flag Football
What’s the Difference Between AP and IB?

When trying to decide what program is the best option for a student, they need to consider their preferences, interests, learning
styles, and goals. Listed below are some similarities and differences of the two programs.

Similarities IB has an oral component in most classes. AP has an oral

Both IB and AP courses feature college level curriculum.
Both IB and AP are challenging and rigorous.
Both can offer the opportunity for college credit or
advanced placement.
Differences
IB uses international standards of excellence. AP uses
national standards of excellence.
IB is a diploma program. AP allows students to take one or
more courses which are not connected.
IB is a broad-ranging, cross-curricular, integrated study that
can lead to an IB Diploma. AP courses are an in-depth study
of a particular subject area.
component in foreign language only.
IB typically provides students much greater depth of
knowledge, expecting assimilation of information and
especially an ability to apply and analyze that information.
IB focuses on the application of knowledge to new situations
and stresses an international perspective.
The most notable advantage of the IB Program is its
emphasis on internationalism, a rich interweaving of
multicultural materials and topics missing from most other
rigorous high school programs.
Students who complete the IB Diploma Program are
automatically eligible for Bright Futures, in addition to
college credit received for exams. Students who complete
AP courses are not guaranteed anything unless they pass
the exam.

For Further Information (or to schedule private tours/appointments)

Mr. Jordan Schemmel, IB Coordinator IB Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm
Edward H. White High School Phone: 904.693.7620, extension 1119
1700 Old Middleburg Road North E-Mail: schemmelj@duvalschools.org
Jacksonville, FL 32210 Web: http://www.EdWhiteIB.org