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IB FAQ

  • AP Program

    • Developed by the College Board

    • Any number and choice of courses may be taken

    • Examinations scored 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest)

    • AP score is based on examination taken on one day

    • Most AP courses taken in grades 11 and 12

    • Preparation for AP classes through Honors-level courses in grades 9 and 10

    • AP course grades earn 1 quality point on the GPA

    • AP courses completed in one school year

    IB Program- Diploma Program

    • Developed by the International Baccalaureate Organization

    • At least seven courses must be taken, from specific subject areas (English, second language, history, science, mathematics, elective, Theory of Knowledge)

    • Examinations scored 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest)

    • IB score based on internal assessment (class project or paper graded by teacher, reviewed by IB) and external assessment (exam, typically taken in two sessions on two different days)

    • Diploma Program courses taken in grades 11 and 12

    • Preparation for IB courses through Honors classes in grades 9 and 10 and Advanced Research and Writing course taken in grade 10

    • IB course grades earn 1 quality point on the GPA

    • Most IB courses completed over two school years (earning 1 quality points on grade each year)

    • Focus on growth and development of whole person (via Theory of Knowledge, CAS, internal assessments)

    • Theory of Knowledge course required

    • Experiential learning via Creativity, Activity, Service requirement

  • The IB Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that the IB program is properly implemented at the school. This responsibility includes overseeing student schedules, meeting with magnet representatives for the school system, recruiting students into the IB program, monitoring student progress, working with teachers on curriculum requirements, and administering IB examinations.

  • Questions about scheduling—the IB counselor or an IB coordinator

    Questions about grades—your child’s teacher (first) or the IB counselor

    Questions about service—an IB coordinator

    Questions about IB requirements—an IB coordinator