Honors & IB Information
IB Diploma Information Sessions- Rising 11th Grade
Our IB Coordinators are meeting with any rising Junior during a LEARN session the week of January 8th to give an overview of the IB Diploma and answer general questions. They will then meet with students during LEARN in the cafeteria to discuss the Diploma and create tentative diploma plans with interested students. Students who want to pursue the IB Diploma MUST create a plan with Mr. Axelrod or Dr. El-Baz PRIOR to their individual academic advising appointment with their school counselor.
Considering taking an Honors or IB Course?
Are you a student who...
Recognizes that academic achievement is not solely based on ‘high’ grades?
Understands the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation for academic success?
Is generally curious, enjoys the subject, and wants to expand content understanding?
Realizes the value of note-taking as a supplement to improving content understanding?
Is self-disciplined & organized?
Is willing to read sources beyond grade-level?
Is willing to accept short-term struggle for long-term growth?
Is willing to commit the time necessary to reach benchmark levels of understanding?
Can consider the balance of your schedule and factors in outside activities?
If you answered "YES" to nearly every question, you may want to consider an honors course.