For History, do we have enough resources for the Historical Investigation?
How are we introducing the 'Reflections on Planning and Progress Form' (RPPF)? Do students understand that these reflections are 18% of the grade?
What is your draft timeline for the TOK Exhibition (Year 1) and the TOK Essay (Year 2)? How do we avoid these clashing with other major deadlines?
For History, are we teaching multiple perspectives? Are we using more than just one textbook?
Can you show me the chemical disposal protocols and the eye-wash stations?
When do we start the university application conversation with the students? Year 1 or Year 2?
History and Econ are heavy on content. How do you balance covering the content with teaching the Key Concepts (e.g., Scarcity, Causation, Perspective)?
What is the process for matching students with supervisors? Do we have enough staff expertise for the subjects students want to choose?
Are you familiar with the specific IB requirements for Indonesian PTN (Public Universities) versus overseas universities?
How do we ensure the 4 key policies (Admissions, Language, Inclusion, Assessment) are working documents and not just PDFs on a shelf?
How are we preparing students for the Individual Oral (IO)? specifically, how are they selecting 'Global Issues'?
How do we help students decide between Analysis & Approaches (AA) and Applications & Interpretation (AI)? Is it based on their future university plans?
How are you selecting the 'Objects' for the Exhibition? Do students understand the difference between an object and a generic image?
How do we determine if a student should be in English B versus English A? Is there a placement test?
For English B, how are we ensuring the focus is on communication and culture, not just grammar drills?
How are we advising students on the Math pathways (AA vs. AI) regarding university engineering or medicine requirements?
The IB requires specific hours of practical work. How are we tracking this? (e.g., ManageBac or a logbook?)
How do you plan to support students who fall behind on their 4,000-word drafts?
How are we handling the 'Service' component? Is it authentic service learning or just volunteering?
Do we have a 'press-to-test' mode plan for exams?
How is the communication flow between you, the administration, and the parents managed? Do you send a weekly/monthly DP newsletter?
Have we finalized the Prescribed Reading List (PRL)? Does it meet the requirement for time periods, places, and works in translation?
How are we managing teacher turnover? Is there an induction plan for new staff mid-year?
Are students using the Graphic Display Calculator (GDC) in every lesson? Are the teachers comfortable using them?
Walk me through the budget planning. Is there dedicated funding for annual Teacher Professional Development (PD)?
How are we teaching Academic Honesty? Is it proactive (skill-building) or reactive (punishment)?
The DP is high-pressure. What is our protocol if a student shows signs of burnout or anxiety?
How do we support students with learning needs (Inclusion)? Is there a system to inform teachers of necessary accommodations?
For Economics, how will students select their articles for the commentary portfolio? Are they reading current news?
Math writing is difficult. How are we supporting students to write a 12-20 page math paper? How are we teaching them to reflect on their math?
How are you ensuring TOK isn't just a standalone class? Are subject teachers (e.g., History, Math) making references to TOK concepts in their lessons?
Let's review the secure storage again. Who has the keys? What is the protocol for when the exam papers arrive?
What citation style has the school adopted (MLA, APA, Chicago)? Is this consistent across all subjects?
How does the library support the specific research needs of the DP subjects (e.g., access to academic journals for History or Psychology)?
How are we assessing the Scientific Investigation (IA)? Is there a clear timeline so Bio, Chem, and Physics IAs don't pile up in the same week?
How do we distinguish between 'CAS' and regular school extracurriculars? How are we ensuring students demonstrate learning outcomes rather than just counting hours?
Do we have a plan for the Group 4 Project? Will it be a dedicated day? What is the theme?
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