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Diploma Program (DP)(11th-12th Grades)

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DP for Parents

The IB Diploma Program (DP) is a two-year international education programme that prepares students age 16–19 years for success going into, and throughout, university. The DP offers a holistic approach to teaching and learning with a keen focus on developing intercultural awareness. Students learn to explore and understand the world around them through inquiry, critical thinking and open-mindedness.

What path is best for you? Compare Honors (AP) vs Diploma Program

The IB Diploma Program requirements include:
  • 6 Core Subject Groups 
    • English Literature (2-year course of study)
    • World Language (2 year course of study)
    • History of the Americas (2 year course of study)
    • Mathematics (2-year course of study)
    • Arts & Electives (1 or 2-year course of study)
  • Theory of Knowledge - (2 year critical thinking course)
  • Extended Essay - Independent, self directed, 4,000 word research paper
  • Creativity, Activity & Service - Must span a period of 18 months and includes completion of 3 components:
    • Evidence & reflection of 7 Learning Outcomes
    • 3 Interviews with CAS Coordinator
    • CAS Project 


2020-2021 IB Information Sessions

Diploma Program
Student & Parent Information Session

DP Presentation

DP at MPHS

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Important Downloads: ​​​
  • DP Coursework & Testing Plan 2020-2021
  • DP Math Curriculum - * New 2021-2022 * Which math is the right math for you? Guidelines for choosing your math course.
  • DP Creativity, Activity & Service Requirement Guidelines
  • Link to Extended Essay website
  • IB Learner Profile : Student Attributes​
Questions & Important Links: 
  • ​Email the IB Coordinator: Katie Willett at Katie.willett@cms.k12.nc.us​
  • ​Email the CAS Coordinator: Allyson Davis at kathryn.davis@cms.k12.nc.us for questions regarding ManageBac and Service Requirement
  • MPHS IB Class of 2019 College - List of attended colleges for the Class of 2019

Click to Read More Detailed Information on DP for Parents to help decide if this path would be a good path for your child.
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  • Home
  • About
    • What is IB?
    • IB at MPHS >
      • IB Policies
    • What Is The IB PROGRAM?
  • Students
    • Managebac
    • IB GroupMe by Grade
    • Middle Years Program (MYP) >
      • 9th Grade MYP
      • 10th Grade MYP
      • Service as Action (SA)
      • Personal Project
    • Diploma Program (DP) >
      • 11th Grade DP
      • 12th Grade DP
      • CAS
      • Extended Essay
      • Internal Assessment (IA) Info
      • 2021 Diploma Testing
    • IB Resources >
      • ManageBac
      • Writing Resource Center
      • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Student Programs >
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