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International Baccalaureate (IB)
We are an IB
World School which signifies that we offer two of the IB’s programmes. The International Baccalaureates a
nonprofit educational foundation, motivated by its mission,
focused on the student. It aims to help develop the
intellectual, personal, emotional and social skills to live,
learn and work in a rapidly globalizing world. Founded in
1968, the IB currently works with 2,715 schools in 138
countries. For more information regarding the IB, please
visit their web site at the address below.
http://www.ibo.org/informationfor/parents/
The IB Mission Statement :
“The
International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop
inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to
create a better and more peaceful world though intercultural
understanding and respect. To this end the IBO works with
schools, governments and international organization to
develop challenging programmes of international education
and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students
across the world to become active, compassionate and
lifelong learners who understand that other people, with
their differences, can also be right.”
IB
Learner Profile
The aim of all
IB programme is to develop internationally minded people
who, recognizing their common humanity and shared,
guardianship of the planet, help to create a more peaceful
world.
IB
learners strive to be:
Knowledgeable
They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and
global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth
knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and
balanced range of disciplines.
Thinkers
They exercise initiative in applying thinking
skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach
complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators
They understand and express ideas and information
confidently and creatively in more than one language and in
a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively
and willingly in collaboration with others.
Principled
They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense
of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the
individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility
for their own actions and the consequences that accompany
them.
Open-minded
They understand and appreciate their own cultures and
personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values
and traditions of other individuals and communities. They
are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points
of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring
They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the
needs and feelings of others. They have a personal
commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference
to the lives of others and to the environment.
Risk-takers
They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with
courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit
to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave
and articulate in defending their beliefs.
Balanced
They understand the importance of intellectual, physical
and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for
themselves and others.
Reflective
They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and
experience. They are able to assess and understand their
strengths and limitations in order to support their learning
and personal development
Watch IB
Learner
Profile Movie
http://www.ibo.org/programmes/profile/
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