Mission statement:The educational philosophy of the organization is found in its
mission statement adopted in 1996: Through comprehensive and balanced curricula
coupled with challenging assessments, the International Baccalaureate
Organisation aims to assist schools in their endeavours to develop the
individual talents of young people and teach them to relate the experience of
the classroom to the realities of the world outside. Beyond intellectual rigour
and high academic standards, strong emphasis is placed on the ideals of
international understanding and responsible citizenship, to the end that IB
students may become critical and compassionate thinkers, lifelong learners and
informed participants in local and world affairs, conscious of the shared
humanity that binds all people together while respecting the variety of cultures
and attitudes that makes for the richness of life.
Profile of an International Baccalaureate Student: The successful International
Baccalaureate student is self-motivated, desires to challenge him/herself
intellectually and academically, is a competent reader, speaks and writes the
English language clearly and effectively, has adequate written and oral ability
in French, Spanish, or German, possesses conspicuous analytical/critical
thinking skills, possesses or is willing to acquire good time/stress management
skills, is open to new ideas and is tolerant to different beliefs, and
participates in school and community activities. |