What Is It?

The IB programme was established to provide an intellectually rigorous and academically demanding common curriculum for students around the world. Its strengths come from the best of many national education systems. The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an internationally recognized two year comprehensive programme encouraging critical thinking, research skills and service as part of the learning process. The general objectives of the IB Programme are to provide students with a balanced education, to facilitate geographic and cultural mobility, and to promote international understanding through a shared academic experience. The IB Diploma has become a symbol of academic integrity and intellectual promise.  

Who Should Apply?

The IB Program will be available at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School to all students who have the required commitment, ability, interest and time to devote to the programme.  As well, IB students must have the motivation and self-discipline required to succeed in this course of study. A student who is a suitable candidate for the programme demonstrates a strong commitment to learning, both in terms of the mastery of the subject and in the development of the skills and discipline necessary for success in a competitive world.
 
Transportation is provided for students living within Rainbow District School Board boundaries.

What Will I Learn?
 
The IB Programme is a two year programme encompassing grades eleven and twelve. It is a comprehensive pre-university course of study. Because this programme is designed to meet the highest standards required by any secondary school student in the world, it is recognized by leading universities of most countries. Many universities grant advanced placement and first-year credits to IB graduates. In some cases, a full year of university standing is awarded. The programme provides students with the intellectual, social and critical perspectives necessary for the adult world and fulfills graduation requirement of the Ontario Education System.

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• View the Course Calendar
• Download the application form
• View the admission requirements
• View the teacher recommendation form
• Go to the IB Website