Benjamin Bosse High School is proud to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Parents and students are invited to explore the information available or contact Amy Bonenberger, IB Coordinator, amy.bonenberger@evsc.k12.in.us.
For more information go to www.ibo.org.
International Baccalaureate Organization
The International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) was founded in 1968 to provide international standards to education. The IBO currently offers three programs:
* The Primary Years Programme
* The Middle Years Programme
* The Diploma Programme
The original purpose of these programs was to create a standardized curriculum that would allow students to transfer internationally without losing academic continuity. In addition, a focus on developing critical thinking, multicultural understanding and participation in service outside the academic arena enhances the entire program.
IB Diploma Programme
The IB Diploma Programme is a comprehensive liberal arts program for high school juniors and seniors who are motivated and desire a rigorous college preparatory education. In addition to academic study in 6 curriculum areas, the Diploma Programme centers around 3 unique core requirements. Assessment takes place over two years and culminates with final assessments in each subject. The Diploma Programme fosters global understanding, critical thinking, communication and an appreciation of cultural diversity.
IB Curriculum Hexagon
IB Central Components
All central component requirements take place over the course of the junior and senior years and are coordinated by faculty members specializing in each area.Extended Essay: An independent research essay of a maximum 4000 words, to develop critical inquiry
Theory of Knowledge: A course which will explore the nature of knowledge and the relationship between disciplines
Creativity, Action and Service (CAS): 150 hours of creativity, act and service to others
For more information contact:
Amy Bonenberger, IB Coordinator