International Baccalaureate Program
VY LE
“It is undoubtedly hard work, but it will pay off. The work ethic that I learned from IB is something that I still carry with me even during medical school.”
Class of 2015
Graduate of Wichita State University
HANNAH ADKINS
“Adjusting to the pace of college was much easier since IB was in my background. I also found that the research skills I learned in IB were applicable to the work I was doing outside of school.”
Class of 2018
Graduate of Drury University
MAKENNA FREHSE
“IB prepared me for the college course load, how to better manage my time, & to better understand how to work with others.”
Class of 2019
Graduate of Wichita State University
MARISSA MILLER
“If you are interested in the aspects of moving around, traveling, exploring, & finding out what you can do, I truly believe that IB can help set you up on that path.”
Class of 2017
Graduate of Washington & Lee University
What makes IB different from other programs?
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) is an assessed programme for students aged 16 to 19. International Baccalaureate schools offer an integrated approach to college preparation that includes not only challenging coursework, but also develops a global perspective and awareness that will be critical to the success of students as they prepare for the changing and emerging careers of this century.
The program is a rigorous course of studies, leading to examinations in six academic areas, which meet the needs of highly motivated secondary school students. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners. Designed as a comprehensive curriculum that allows its graduates to fulfill requirements of various national education systems.
What sets IB courses apart?
- IB courses often connect together with respect to curriculum topics.
- IB courses are noted for their writing across the curriculum as well as class presentations.
- IB students must develop their own ideas in their writing and presentations as well as through class discussion.
- IB science students develop and conduct their own laboratory experiments.
- IB math students write math papers.
- All IB courses possess an international education component.
- IB students and teachers keep the IB learner profile in mind as they work together toward their shared goals.
How to become an IB Student at Campus
Families of incoming or current students are encouraged to contact us to explore the diploma program.
Out of District Students May Apply
Out of district students are encouraged to apply for the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and will be accepted based on space available and academic history.
THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE®
EDUCATION FOR
A BETTER WORLD
The IB programmes encourage both personal development and academic achievement challenging students to think critically, to ask the right questions and think across disciplines. An IB education also fosters diversity, curiosity and a healthy appetite for learning.
Coordinator: Casey Meier
Email: cmeier@usd261.com
Administrator: Chris Jensen, A.P.
Email: cjensen@usd261.com
Phone: 316-554-2236
Fees: $175/year
IB Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.