Rockwall ISD
International Baccalaureate
What is IB?
Both Rockwall High School and Rockwall-Heath High School are authorized as IB World Schools and offer the IB Diploma Programme and the course certification option
Students and educators from around the world reflect on the benefits of the IB Diploma Program
IB World Schools share a common commitment to providing a high-quality, challenging, and international education. Whether a student chooses a participate in a single course or the full program, the IB curriculum is globally recognized as one of the premier college preparatory programs for students.
Through our IB Diploma Programme courses and exams, Rockwall ISD juniors and seniors can earn an internationally-recognized qualification as well as college credit while participating in conceptual, student-centered coursework.
IB Student Success in Rockwall ISD
218 Students currently participate in the Rockwall ISD IB Program
81% of Rockwall ISD IB students passed their exams in 2022 and 2023
79% of Rockwall ISD candidates have earned their IB Diploma since 2014
Three Big Benefits of an IB Education
IB students are more likely to get into competitive colleges
Overall, 82% of DP students attended a four-year college compared to 66% of high school graduates. Of those, 70% of those go to more-selective colleges.
IB students are more likely to stay in college
98% of DP students persist in college past their first year, compared to 77% overall.
IB students are more likely to graduate from college
83% of DP students graduate within six years compared to 56% overall
Top 10 Qualities of IB Curriculum
Increases college readiness
Research shows that DP students are more likely to graduate from highly-selective universities.
Focused on more than results
Elements of CAS encourage ethical development and metacognitive skills.
Internationally recognized
The IB Diploma is an internationally recognized qualification, with IB World Schools in 156 countries.
Encourages independent learning
Assessments like the Extended Essay require students to chose and develop independent research topics.
Globally minded
Courses focus on connections between local and international contexts.
Develops self-management skills
Over two years, students learn positive study habits while managing projects.
Interdisciplinary
Course concepts encourage connections between subject area content.
Fosters critical thinking
TOK and subject area courses ask students to self-assess and evaluate other perspectives.
Includes holistic assessment
IB exams include projects, essays, oral presentations, lab experiments, and individual explorations.
Student-centered
IB courses and assessments provide student choice and differentiation.
Who to Contact?
Rockwall High School
Michelle Ghormley
IB Coordinator
michelle.ghormley@rockwallisd.org
972-771-7339 ext. 7226