Student Responsibilities and Expectations

• approach CAS with a proactive attitude 

• develop a clear understanding of CAS expectations and the purpose of CAS 

• explore personal values, attitudes and attributes with reference to the IB learner profile and the IB mission statement 

• determine personal goals 

• discuss plans for CAS experiences with the CAS coordinator and/or CAS adviser 

• understand and apply the CAS stages where appropriate 

• become more aware of personal interests, skills and talents and observe how these evolve throughout the CAS programme 

• maintain a CAS portfolio and keep records of CAS experiences including evidence of achievement of the seven CAS learning outcomes 

• understand the reflection process and identify suitable opportunities to reflect on CAS experiences 

• demonstrate accomplishments within their CAS programme 

• communicate with the CAS coordinator/adviser and/or CAS supervisor in formal and informal meetings

• ensure a suitable balance between creativity, activity and service in their CAS programme 

• behave appropriately and ethically in their choices and behaviours.

Students are responsible for:

• reading any comments and taking action as recommended by the coordinator on ManageBac.

• taking action on advice given by the coordinator during CAS interviews and meetings

• having portfolios ready for assessment by the deadline – extensions are only given when requested prior to the deadline

• meet with supervisors regularly to find out about any areas of concern before the supervisor’s report is sent.