International baccalaureate organization

FINANCIAL PLANNING

8a	Will all fees payable be covered by the school?	Yes		X
		No
	If “no”, how will these fees be covered?
8b	Is funding available this year to enable staff to undertake IBO-approved professional development and training?		Yes	X
			No
	If “yes”, please provide details on the amount of funding and for how many teachers.
	Principals at both schools are budgeting $15,000 for MYP training of staff. These funds are part of the cost center budget and the principals have the ability to use their cost center dollars to best serve their student population.

8c	Will funding be available in the next three years to enable staff to undertake IBO-approved professional development and training?			Yes	X
				No
	What amount will be allocated per year?	$15,000 per school per year
	Comments:
	Most of the $15,000 will be used to train teachers locally (in Atlanta we use CASIE or our primary training source since we do not have to pay for travel). Principals have committed to sending a minimum of 5 staff to training each year.

18. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PROGRAMME

9a	Please indicate the start date for teaching in each year of the programme that is, or will be, offered in your school.
	Month Year MYP year 1 August 2006 MYP year 2 August 2006 MYP year 3 August 2006 MYP year 4 August 2007 MYP year 5 August 2008
If you are, or will be, offering MYP year 5, please complete questions 9b–9e below.
9b		When will your first group of students complete MYP year 5?		2010
9c		Approximately how large will this first group be?				300
9d		Approximately how many students will complete MYP year 5 the following year?				300
9e		Will you be requesting external moderation of internal assessment leading to the award of IBO-validated grades, records of achievement and certificates for your students?			Yes
					No	X
		If “yes”, please specify when (month and year).
9f		Please consider the programme standards below. All IB World Schools are expected to work towards achieving these standards as they fully implement and develop the MYP. They form the basis of the regular programme evaluation self-study, visit and subsequent visiting team report. For each section, please write a brief outline of your school’s position as it prepares to further develop the MYP according to these standards.
		Section A: philosophy
		Standard A1	There is close alignment between the educational beliefs and values of the school and those of the programme.
		Standard A2	The school promotes international-mindedness on the part of the adults and the students in the school community.
		Brief outline: At Riverwood High School: MISSION STATEMENT:   In appreciation of our diverse community, the mission of Riverwood High School is to educate and challenge students to become respectful and responsible citizens equipped with knowledge and skills necessary to successfully communicate, solve problems, and use technology in the 21st century as a part of an ever-changing global society. In addition, Riverwood is one of Fulton County School’s four Magnet sites, offering the International Studies and International Baccalaureate Programs. Enrolling over 50% of the student body, the International Studies Program is a challenging four-year curriculum that focuses on world issues, global economics, cultural awareness and field experiences such as internships and travel. As part of its International Studies Program, Riverwood also offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, recognized around the world for its high academic, service and examination requirements. Students in the International Studies Program may also take individual IB courses for Certificates. Riverwood holds accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the International Baccalaureate Organization, the International Baccalaureate North America and the Magnet Schools of America.
		Section B: organization
		Standard B1	The school demonstrates ongoing commitment to, and provides support for, the programme through the appropriate administrative structures and systems, staffing and resources.
		Brief outline: The administration of both schools are committed to the successful implementation of the middle Years Programme for all students. Toward this end they have: Provided release time for coordinator position. Created class schedules that allow for maximum hours of contact time in each subject. Adjusted teacher schedules to create planning time that allows staff to collaborate vertically and horizontally. Committed a number of early release days for staff at each building to plan together. Provided budget to allow staff to receive MYP training and to allow staff to attend the IBNA annual conference. Provided staffing that places Highly Qualified (as defined in No Child Left Behind legislation) instructional staff in all eight MYP subjects. Given MYP Coordinators the ability to create and appoint MYP leadership teams, AOI champions, Community Service coordinators and other MYP support positions. Identified and been supportive of ways to include as many students as possible in all subject areas (within the constraints of federal and state law).