What is IB?

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IB is a program that empowers students with the skills to be reflective, self-learners. 

IB teachers work together to develop the whole child, teaching them to think critically & apply their knowledge to real-world solutions.

With smaller class sizes, teachers mentor students throughout the four years in the program. 

Earning the diploma awards them college credits, scholarship opportunities, & the experience of the highest quality education available.

 

IB Mission Statement

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end, the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

 

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The aim of all IB programs is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world.

See more about the qualities of IB learners.

 

 

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The International Baccalaureate (IB) is more than just an academic curriculum; it’s a pathway to becoming a well-rounded, open minded, and academically prepared student ready for success in college and beyond.

 

College & Career Readiness

  • Universities around the world recognize and value IB. IB students are often better prepared for the demands of college-level coursework.
  • IB graduates have higher college acceptance rates and are more likely to earn scholarships.
  • The program emphasizes writing, research, and time management, skills that are critical for success after high school.

Rigorous Academics with Purpose

  • The IB DP offers college-level learning across six subject areas: Language & Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals & Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts.
  • Students choose courses that fit their strengths and interests while maintaining a balanced curriculum.
  • The academic challenge is real—but so is the support. Our teachers guide students every step of the way.

Wide Perspective

  • IB students explore diverse perspectives and global issues in every subject.
  • The program fosters open-mindedness, cultural awareness, and empathy—qualities that make students not just better learners, but better citizens.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

The IB Core helps students grow in ways that go far beyond academics.