International Baccalaureate
St. Louis Park Public Schools joins together with schools from across the world in the International Baccalaureate Programme to create educational opportunities that prepare students to be independent learners, understand different cultures, embrace challenges of the 21st century, and thrive in a global society.
The IB curriculum framework enhances the current academic offerings at every level and provides a consistent focus and approach to learning throughout student's entire experience at St. Louis Park Public Schools from early childhood to graduation!
What makes the IB Programme unique?
- IB programmes are recognized around the world and ensure an increased adaptability and mobility for IB students.
- The curriculum of IB programmes focus on international perspectives of learning and teaching, while insisting that students fully explore their home culture and language.
- IB World Schools must undergo an exhaustive authorization process in order to offer one or more of the programmes, which includes a study of the school’s resources and commitment to the IB mission and philosophy.
- IB teachers participate in a wide variety of professional development opportunities to constantly update their knowledge and share their expertise with colleagues around the world.
- Many students graduating from the Diploma Programme find that it enhances their opportunities at tertiary institutions. The IB works closely with universities around the world to gain recognition for IB programmes.
- The core components of IB programmes encourage students to participate in creative and service-oriented activities, while at the same time emphasizing the importance of reflection
Aquila, Peter Hobart and Susan Lindgren are officially authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization and are part of the Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP).
St. Louis Park Middle School is officially authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization and is a part of the Middle Years Programme (IB-MYP).
St. Louis Park High School is officially authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization and is a part of the Diploma Programme (IB-DP)
- Emphasis on Inquiry, Focus on Educational Standards
- Key Concepts
- Learner Profile
- Action Cycle
- Information & Communication Technology
- Transdisciplinary Themes