Is one of the three elements of the Core of the Diploma Program, along with TOK and Extended Essay

Formally begins at the start of the Diploma Programme

Is a requirement for the award of the IB Diploma.

• • The school and students must threfore give CAS as much importance as any other element of the Diploma Programme

Continues regularly, ideally on a weekly basis, for at least 18 months

Has a reasonable balance between Creativity, Activity, and Service

Students must achieve the seven CAS learning outcomes.

All CAS students are expected to maintain and complete a CAS portfolio as evidence of their engagement with CAS.

• • • It contains a collection of evidence that showcases CAS experiences, the student’s reflections, and how they have achieved each learning outcome

    • This is done via Managebac, it is not formally assessed

Students demonstrate attributes of the IB Learner Profile in real and practical ways

CAS makes the IB holistic, providing opportunities for self-determination, collaboration, accomplishment and enjoyment.

A meaningful CAS programme is a journey of discovery of self and others.

For many, CAS is profound and life-changing.

• • Each individual student has a different starting point and different needs and goals. A CAS programme is, therefore, individualized according to student interests, skills, values and background.

  • See the Impact of CAS

CAS emphasizes reflection which is central to building a deep and rich experience in CAS.

• • Reflection informs students’ learning and growth by allowing students to explore ideas, skills, strengths, limitations and areas for further development and consider how they may use prior learning in new contexts.

There are three formal documented interviews students must have with their CAS coordinator/adviser.