The IB junior advisory is a semester class for IB Diploma students. It aims in strengthening essential knowledge and key Approaches to Learning skills into three areas of learning: Research & Organizational Skills, Study Habits and Personal Development. In addition, IB Diploma students are introduced to two of the IB Core requirements, CAS and Extended Essay. Underpinning the aims and running throughout the course are the skills and qualities that enable students to become well-rounded individuals and lifelong learners. Students are expected to develop a strengthened focus on securing independent study, research and organizational skills, which can be used and applied throughout their two-year IB curriculum. In addition, students will develop stress reduction techniques which will prove useful during exams and periods of multiple major deadlines.