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

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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 

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2019-2020 IB Information Sessions

Event	Venue	Date ​Time
Diploma Program Student & Parent Event ​	​Auditorium	​Sep 9, 2019 ​5:30PM
Diploma Program Student & Parent Event​	​Auditorium	Feb 10, 2020 5:30PM

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​STUDENTS ONLY
Sign up for Announcements/Reminders:
11th: Text @mp-ib11 to 81010
​12th: Text @mp-ib12 to 81010

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DP at MPHS

Important Downloads: ​​​

• DP Coursework & Testing Plan 2019-2020
• DP Math Curriculum - * New as of 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

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Click to Read More Detailed Information on DP for Parents to help decide if this path would be a good path for your child.