Pre-IB Diploma Preparatory Programme - Aldine Independent ...

Dwight D. Eisenhower High School
Pre-IB Diploma Preparatory Programme – Passport to the World of IB
How does the IB Diploma measure-up
Requirements for State of Texas High School
Diploma for entering Freshman 2008-2009
Courses
Recommended
High School
Diploma
Distinguished
High School
Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma
English 4 4 Separate diploma – students must meet requirements for the State
of Texas diploma; courses for IB will meet those requirements.
Math 4 4 Two-year programme – 11th and 12th grades
Science 4 4 Complete Course requirements and tests in Six areas:
Language A – English
Social Studies 4 4 Language B – French or Spanish
Modern Language 2 3
Individuals and Societies – History of the Americas and/or
Informational Technology in a Global Society
Physical Education 1.5 1.5 Experimental Sciences – Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Health .5 .5
Mathematics – Math Studies or Math SL
Group 6 subject –Visual Arts, Theater Arts, music or a second
Technology Applications 1 1 subject from Mathematics or Experimental Sciences
Fine Arts 1 1
Theory of Knowledge (TOK) – second semester junior year and
first semester senior year
Speech .5 .5 Extended Essay – 4,000 word essay based on independent research
Electives 3.5 2.5
Community, Action and Service (CAS) – complete at least 150
hours of activities
Total Credits 26 26 Diploma candidates must complete three academic subjects at
Special Requirements
4 Advanced
Measures
higher level (HL) and three subjects at standard level (SL).
High School Graduation Plans Available in Aldine ISD (Based on TEA Requirements)
Graduation Plan
Minimum Plan
Entered 9th Grade in
2008-2009
Entered 9th Grade in
2007-2008
Entered 9th Grade in
2005-2006
2006-2007
26 credits 26 credits 24 credits
Recommended Plan
Distinguished Achievement Plan
(to include advanced measures)
26 credits 26 credits 24 credits
26 credits 26 credits 24 credits
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