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How can I find more information about the IB Programme?
The IBO website www.ibo.org contains interesting
and useful information about the International Baccalaureate Programme.
What is - the IB Learner Profile?
What is the I.B. Academic Honesty document? - click here
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.
Students with strong academic marks, who are well rounded individuals, involved in extracurricular activities, interested in an international perspective and who want to learn, like school, and like to work on school work are good candidates.
French - 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.
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IB Programme Contact:
If I have any more questions, what is the best way to get in touch with the IB Coordinators?
Via email. We will do our best to get back to you within 48 hours.
Email address are listed on the website.
IB GFSS student's ManageBac account?
Students are responsible to check their account for updates.
Grades 9 & 10 - IB MYP?
Middle Years Programme – grades 9 and 10
IB MYP Coordinator is Ms Wood
When will the MYP Programme become official here at GFSS?
Currently in the candidacy phase with a prediction for authorization as an IB MYP school in 2014.
Grades 11 & 12 - IB DP?
Diploma Programme – grades 11 and 12
IB DP Coordinator is Ms. Habib
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Information Night:
The Grade 8 Information night is each November?
Details will be posted on the school website.
The night's format is a PowerPoint presentation and question time.
Need to sign-up for the Grade 8 Information Night?
No sign-up is required. Two times are set to show the same Powerpoint.
I missed the grade 8 IB Parents night. Will there be another date?
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.
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Registration current PEEL and NON-PEEL students:
IB intake registration is online?
Yes, registration information is listed online.
Only students who do not have PEEL marks
for gr. 7 and / or 8 need to give GFSS your report cards to complete your file.
Dates to apply?
Only during the admission process timeframe - see website for details.
When is the deadline to submit registration applications?
Important dates are listed on the Glenforest website – please check for updates.
Can I come in and pick up an application package from the main office?
Application is completed by the student online from this website.
Students who live north of the highway 401?
I.B. Programme PEEL north is offered at Turner Fenton S.S. in Brampton.
Not a Peel student?
Yes, non-Peel students may apply online.
Do not live in Mississauga?
After review these students will be contacted but do need to live in Mississauga to
attend GFSS - * important * - proof of home address is required
What if I don't have a Peel Student Number – non Peel student?
Each student who applies will be issued an application reference number.
Leave the Peel student number blank.
Only after placements in the programme will a Peel number will be assigned.
What is an OEN?
The OEN (Ontario Education Number) is a provincial student number which is
listed on report cards.
What is an IEP?
The IEP is an "Individual Learning Plan".
Non PEEL students with an IEP need to send a copy of the IEP with the application fee.
How do you decide which students are admitted into the programme?
A committee reviews the applications and makes a determination.
Can applicants make an appointment to discuss their application with the Principal
or the IB Coordinators?
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
Coordinators.
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$50.00 Application Fee:
Application Processing Fee?
$50.00 – non-refundable
Cash or cheque sent to the school’s main office.
Cheques payable to: Glenforest S.S.
Print students # and name on the memo line of the cheque.
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Next steps:
Application status?
Student file status will be communicated by email.
Is there an entrance test?
Selected students will be emailed the information regarding their next steps by mid Janurary.
Check the website for updates.
How will I find out if I have been accepted into the programme?
Student will be notified of their acceptance by email.
If I change my mind, are the fees refundable?
The application fee and acceptance fee are non refundable.
Change of student’s and parent contact information?
Student is responsible to maintain current email, address and phone file information.
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Grades 10, 11 and 12:
Interested in grades 10, 11 and 12 IB Programme?
Inquires are to be emailed to the Coordinators.
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Student change of IB status:
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.
If I change my mind, are the fees refundable?
The application fee, acceptance fee, and course fees are non-refundable.
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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 and fee. |