Why IB?

The IB Diploma Programme at Senn offers students...


  • A rigorous academic curriculum
  • A unique educational experience
  • An excellent college preparation
  • An opportunity for personal growth and skill development
HIGHLIGHTS

The IB Diploma Programme provides a rigorous academic curriculum based on a global perspective. IB students:
 
  • Acquire a depth and breadth of knowledge in six IB core subject areas.
  • Use higher order thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
  • Develop strong writing and speaking skills through assessments.
The IB Diploma Programme provides a unique educational experience. IB students:
  • Explore connections between the six core subjects in TOK, Theory of Knowledge.
  • Pursue a topic of interest through research for the Extended Essay.
  • Remain active outside the classroom through CAS, Creative-Active-Service.
 
The IB Diploma Programme provides opportunities for personal growth and skill development. IB students:
  • Take responsibility for their learning.
  • Develop strong writing and speaking skills.
  • Become leaders through service to others.
  • Develop time management and organization skills.
The IB Diploma Programme provides excellent college preparation. IB students:
  • Complete college level work while in high school.
  • May enter college with advanced standing and college credit.
  • Usually complete college within four years.
 
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