International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
@ Bentonville High School
As an IBO World School Bentonville High School develops inquiring, knowledgeable and compassionate lifelong learners who help to create a better and more peaceful world through student-centered educational approaches to build intercultural understanding and respect.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR
2023 BHS IB DIPLOMA GRADUATES!!
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Are You a Current IB Diploma Programme student?
* Parent of an IB Diploma student?
Click HERE for pdf copy of IB@BHS brochure;
Click HERE for information for parents straight from the IB Organization;
Click HERE for information about how universities view the IB Diploma and how they award credits;
Click HERE for article from the Duke TIP Blog "Gifted Today" comparing AP and IB programs for gifted students.
Want to Be an IB Diploma Programme student?
STEP ONE:
Prior to 2nd semester of 10th grade year attend an 'Introduction to the DP' Meeting; Click HERE for video of that presentation.
Click HERE for a full explanation for what it takes to earn the IB Diploma;
Then, click HERE to fill out 'IB Programme Interest' form to declare your interest level.
STEP TWO:
Complete 'IB Diploma Programme Course plan';
Do this during follow-up Flex meeting during 10th grade year prior to course scheduling process;
Click HERE to view the form and make a copy; follow the instructions on the form and/or click HERE for a video explaining how to complete the process.
Click HERE for sample four-year plans as a reference for developing a customized plan for you.
STEP THREE:
After first two steps and prior to end of 10th grade year, complete formal registration process;
Click HERE for copy of 'DP Registration Form'; signed by both student and parent(s) and submitted to DP Coordinator.
It's crucial that you discuss this with your Parents/Guardians at every step!
* For Parents of a future IB Diploma student?
* Email Trista McGinley at tmcginley@bentonvillek12.org to ask specific questions or set up a meeting.
JUST Want to take IB DP Courses?
STEP ONE:
Attend an 'Introduction to the DP' Meeting Email tmcginley@bentonvillek12.org for dates.
Attend an 'IB DP Course' Meeting
Click HERE to fill out 'IB Programme Interest' form to declare intent and sign acknowledgement;
Click HERE to read the document that explains how IB courses will be offered, beginning Fall of 2017 going forward.
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