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IB @ BSI
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What is the name of the larger campus in which BSI is located?
DuSable
100
What is our school mascot?
DuSable Panthers
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How is your Grade Point Average (GPA) calculated?
It is based on your grades. Each grade you earn represents a point, and your GPA is an average of those points.
100
There are TONS of opportunities for all students to be involved in some club or activity at BSI. TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE. And everyone should definitely be involved in at least one activity!
100
What does I.B. stand for?
International Baccalaureate
200
What are the BSI colors?
Blue and orange
200
Describe the layout of our school (think: shape).
BSI is like a big circle or square with most of classrooms located on the 2nd floor.
200
We want all BSI students to maintain at least a 3.0 GPA (or a B average). Why?
You have access to more and better colleges AND you have more scholarship opportunities.
200
Do all students at BSI need to complete community service hours?
Yes, and there are many ways to help out!
200
All students in 9th and 10th grade are part of the IB Middle Years Programme. TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE. In 11th grade, students will choose to continue in the IB Diploma Progamme or be on the regular college prep track.
300
Who is the principal of BSI?
Ms. LeeAndra Khan
300
Who is the assistant principal at BSI?
Ms. Regina Huston
300
BSI is a college prep school. What does this mean?
We expect all students to go to college!
300
If there is not a club for something you are interested in at BSI, can you create one?
Yes, just find a teacher who can sponsor it!
300
Name our IB coordinator.
Ms. Mac–the very nice, helpful and energetic white lady with different colors in her hair:)
400
What period do all students and teachers have lunch?
5th Period
400
At BSI, school starts at ______ and ends at ______.
8:00 and 3:15
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Why is really important to do well in your Freshman year of high school?
Doing well Freshman year means you have a better chance of graduating on time and in great academic standing.
400
Why should you get involved at BSI?
There are many reasons, but two important ones are to get to know people in our school community and it is required on many college applications.
400
There are 10 characteristics that describe the IB student. These are called the IB ______________ .
Learner Profile
500
Who should you go see if you have problems with your schedule?
Possible answers include: Division teacher, another teacher I trust, or the counselors, Ms. Rodgers and Ms. Robinson
500
BSI students are expected to follow three rules: be respectful, be responsible, and be a ____________.
Leader
500
You must pass each and every course that you take at BSI in order to graduate. TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE. This inclues gym, music, art, language, etc.
500
What are intramural sports?
They are more like clubs. You can participate without trying out, and it's more just for fun.
500
BSI is the only place that offers an IB program. TRUE or FALSE?
FALSE. There are IB programs all around the world with students learning the same things as you. How amazing!!