How to join the VHS IBDP

PLANNING AHEAD

While the IBDP does not start until 11th grade, interested students should take the following steps to ensure they are best prepared to enter the program in their junior year.

Be enrolled in Algebra I for the 8th grade year - or establish pathway to complete Algebra II prior to the start of the 11th grade
Start a world language (Spanish or French)* during Middle School studies
Sign and submit the VHS IB Statement of Intent to the campus IBDP Coordinator
Plan to enroll in advanced English and at least 2 other advanced courses in 9th and 10th grade to prepare for upper-level IB coursework
Work together with the IB Coordinator to create a four-year plan and revisit it annually

***Please see DP Coordinator to discuss alternate Mandarin options for the language component**

VHS IBDP Statement of Intent

Students interested in joining the Vandegrift IB Program should complete the form below: Please return form (and direct questions) to Vandegrift IB Coordinator, Alexandra Magness: alexandra.magness@leanderisd.org

Statement of Intent.pdf