International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
What is the International Baccalaureate Program?
The program provides structures, lesson planning tools and resources for teachers to create authentic, relevant learning environments and experiences that are focused on research-based best practice and adult learning. IB schools adopt a holistic educational approach focused on inquiry, student agency, global context and collaboration.
IB Programs Mission
The IB develops inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through education that builds intercultural understanding and respect.
What is the DP?
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is an assessed programme for students aged 16 to 19. It is respected by leading universities across the globe and is offered at Summit High School. View the course catalog.
What the DP offers students
Through the DP, schools are able to develop students who:
- have excellent breadth and depth of knowledge
- flourish physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically
- study at least two languages
- excel in traditional academic subjects
- explore the nature of knowledge through the programme’s unique theory of knowledge course.
The International Baccalaureate® develops inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through education that builds intercultural understanding and respect.
Learn more about IB at SSD.
Our International Baccalaureate Programs
Diploma Program
Grades 11-12
Summit High School participates in the Diploma Program. After grade 10, students opt-in for the DP Program. Learn More
The SEL wheel connects the SSD graduate profile and CASEL framework of skills in order to provide a common understanding of Social Emotional language and skills throughout a student's experience in Summit School District.
SELF-AWARENESS
“I am able to understand my own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence my actions in different situations.”
SELF-MANAGEMENT
“I am able to manage my own emotions, thoughts, and actions to achieve my goals.”
SOCIAL AWARENESS
“I am able to understand that others’ perspectives are important, and I have the skills to listen and grow from them.”
RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
“I am able to establish and maintain healthy relationships and advocate for myself and those I’m in community with.”
RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKING
“I can make caring and constructive choices that align with my values.”
Conciencia de sí mismo (a)
"Soy capaz de comprender mis propias emociones, pensamientos y valores y cómo influyen mis acciones en diferentes situaciones."
Autogestión
“Soy capaz de gestionar mis propias emociones, pensamientos y acciones para lograr mis objetivos.”
Conciencia social
“Soy capaz de entender que los puntos de vista de los demás son importantes y tengo la capacidad de escuchar y crecer a partir de ellos.”
Habilidades de relación
“Soy capaz de establecer y mantener relaciones sanas y de defenderme a mí mismo (a) y a las personas con las que estoy en mi comunidad.”
Toma de decisiones responsable “Soy capaz de tomar decisiones solidarias y constructivas que se ajusten a mis valores.”
Additional Resources
IB Published Work: "What is an IB Education?"
