International Baccalaureate

This internationally recognized educational program features a global focus and emphasizes inquiry-based learning, creative problem-solving and community service.

Why IB?

The rigorous IB Programme gives Shaker students a competitive advantage and worldclass education in this increasingly global economy. It also builds on the District’s mission to nurture students who are civic-minded; who are confident, competent communicators, skillful in problem solving and capable of creative thinking; and who are knowledgeable of our global and multicultural society.

What is IB?

The International Baccalaureate Continuum consists of three programs - the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP is for students in PreK-Grade 4, the MYP is for students in Grades 5-10 and the DP is an optional pathway for Grades 11-12.

Each of the IB programmes seeks to develop students based on the IB learner profile, which together imply a commitment to help all members of the school community learn to respect themselves, others and the world around them.

The PYP and MYP each include opportunities for students to showcase deeper, inquiry-based learning on personal projects, which occur in Grades 4, 8 and 10. Through a comprehensive range of subjects, the Diploma Programme is a demanding course of study that prepares students effectively for college. In each of the academic areas, students have flexibility in making their choices, enabling them to select subjects they may wish to study during their college careers.

International Baccalaureate provides a framework for integrating state and national content standards in a way that is authentic and relevant, engaging students through inquiry and other learner-centered approaches. In this way, curriculum and content remain at the core of teaching and learning, yet serve the greater purpose for the development of attributes and skills fulfilling Shaker’s Mission.

STANDOUT STATS

The PYP and MYP each include opportunities for students to showcase deeper, inquiry-based learning on personal projects, which occur in Grades 4, 8 and 10. Through a comprehensive range of subjects, the Diploma Programme is a demanding course of study that prepares students effectively for college. In each of the academic areas, students have flexibility in making their choices, enabling them to select subjects they may wish to study during their college careers.