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  • INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

    ORIENTATION SEMINAR: EXPLORING THE PROGRAM
    Saturday, October 8, 2011, 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

    Download the registration form.  

    Rice University is offering a one-day orientation seminar designed for anyone investigating the feasibility of implementing the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. The seminar will provide an introduction to the IB organization and the continuum of learning that occurs in the three different programme levels. It will also allow participants to engage in small group discussions with those who have gained practical experience in IB. Participants will hear directly from representatives of IB Americas (IBA) about procedures and regional differences, and how IB earned its reputation for high standards of academic achievement and pedagogical leadership.

    This orientation seminar does not cover the IB application process.  

    Who should attend: 

    • Community members
    • District personnel
    • School administrators
    • School board members
    • Parents
    • Teachers

    When and Where: Saturday, October 8, 2011, 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. on the Rice University campus, Houston, Texas, USA

    Tuition: $150 (includes lunch and workshop materials)

    Registration: Download PDF registration form. Seminar size is limited and registrations will be accepted on a space-available basis. Only completed forms accompanied by check, credit card information or copy of a purchase order are accepted for registration.

    Acknowledgment of Enrollment: Once your completed registration form is received, you will either be enrolled in the course or be placed on the waiting list if the course has filled. In either case, you will receive written notification from Rice at your home address within 15 days of receipt of your registration. Please contact our office, 713-348-6031, if you do not receive notification from us. You may need to check with your school or district administrative office to ensure the registration was sent.

    Course Cancellation Policy: Although we make every effort to maintain the published schedule of classes, events such as insufficient enrollment, instructor illness, room conflicts or inclement weather may require a schedule adjustment or cancellation. We will notify registrants of any change in the published information.

    Refund Policy: Full refunds for course tuition will be issued for cancellations received via e-mail or fax by Thursday, September 9. No refunds will be issued after September 24. Checks submitted to Rice University for payment may be converted into an electronic funds transfer from your account. There is a $30 charge for all checks returned for insufficient funds.

    Special Needs: We make every effort to hold classes in rooms that are accessible to all participants. However, some older buildings cannot be made readily accessible for wheelchairs. If you have any special needs, include these on the registration form, and we will attempt to accommodate you.

    For out of town participants, may we suggest: 

    Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites - Houston Medical Center6800 S. Main Street
    Houston, TX 77030
    Reservations: 713-528-7744
    Web site: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/houmd?_requestid=175803 

    Holiday Inn Astrodome8111 Kirby Dr.
    Houston, TX 77054
    Reservations: 713-790-1900 or 1-800-465-4329
    Ask for the Rice University rate ($89), based on availability.
    Complimentary shuttle to and from Rice.

    Hilton Houston Plaza Medical Center Hotel6633 Travis Street
    Houston, TX 77030
    Telephone: 713-313-4000
    Reservations: 1-800-HILTONS or 713-313-4677
    Web site: www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/HOUMCHF-Hilton-Houston-Plaza-Medical-Center-Texas/index.do
    The Hilton Hotel can provide transportation to campus if arrangements are made in advance with the concierge.

    Additional Hotel Accommodations: In addition to the above listed hotels, other hotels within a three mile radius of the Rice campus are available (click here for a pdf attachment). Please check with the hotel about shuttle service to the Rice campus.

    Airport transportation: Transportation to and from the airport can be arranged through Super Shuttle at www.supershuttle.com or (800) BLUE-VAN (258-3826). Prices range from $23 one-way from Hobby Airport to $27 one-way from Bush Intercontinental Airport. Additionally, taxi transportation can be arranged starting at $30 from Hobby Airport and $50 from Bush Intercontinental Airport.

    Parking on Rice University Campus: 

    Parking validations will be provided at registration. 

    FOR MORE INFORMATION 

    Please contact the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies:
    Telephone: 713-348-6031
    Fax: 713-348-3123
    Email: teachers@rice.edu 
    Website: teachers.rice.edu