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What is expected of ib students?

Students involved in the IB programme at CLS are committing to a rigorous, upper-level courseload, regardless of whether they are involved in one course or the full diploma programme. Students are challenged to be reflective of their own learning and consider global viewpoints. They are not only expected to strive towards reaching the characteristics of the IB Learner Profile, but also that of C.R.E.A.T.E., the Community Lab School's Social Contract.

What is IB?

CLS SOcial contract

IB Learner profile

Some Highlights...

The SMith Island, Md Trip

Students participated in a trip with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation to Tylerton, MD. Students learned all about the Chesapeake Bay and its ecosystem, along with having the opportunity to meet with residents and learn about their lives on the island.

Some highlights can be seen below...

Learned about the Blue Crab!

Enjoyed the health benefits of marsh mud!

Spent so much time bonding on and off boats!

Learned how to bait crab pots!

REcycling matters!

IB Students in the environmental club led a community meeting about the importance of recycling and sustainability!

No more extended essay

Seniors finished their extended essays and were THRILLED about it!

Is she guilty?

Students in IB English organized and carried out a trial for a character in a book they have been analysing!

Details

Learn About the DP Programme

Overview of the DP

Requirements for an IB Diploma

THe diploma programme

Students have the opportunity to receive IB certificates or the full IB diploma. In order to receive a certificate, a student fulfills all requirements of one course and have received at least a 4 out of 7. In order to receive the full diploma, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

completion of 3 HL and 3 SL courses from each of the 6 IB topic groups.
CAS programme, including an individual project
the Extended Essay, an individual research project focused on a topic of their choice
Theory of Knowledge, a course taken over the 2 years and completion of an essay

Course Offerings

We offer a variety of courses, supported by teachers who are experts in those areas. These course offerings depend on teacher availability and student enrollment. They are listed as either higher level (HL) or standard level (SL), depending on the requirements of the course.

Course Offerings 23-24

Our Policies

Academic Honesty Policy

Meet the IB Team