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NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL/PALMER HIGH SCHOOL
Colorado Springs School District 11
Colorado Springs, Colorado USA
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme
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This site provides information for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme at North Middle School and continuing at Palmer High School,for grades 6 through 10.
If you are interested in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for grades 11 & 12, which does include college credit for qualified students, please contact the IB office at Palmer High School, 328-5073.
If you are interested in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme for grades Kindergarten – 5, please contact Midland International Elementary School at 328-4500.
The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) at North/Palmer is a five-year honors program. Entrance to the program is by successful completion of a formal application process, and qualified students new to the program may enter, on a space-available basis.
In general the MYP looks for students who have scored at or above 85% on nationally standardized tests. Teacher recommendations, grades over the past two years, writing and math samples from the student and the student’s desire to participate are all part of the body of evidence which is considered through the application process. The program stresses the development of a well-rounded individual, and participation outside of school in activities such as sports, music and the arts is encouraged. By IBO regulations all students must participate in Foreign Language (French, Mandarin Chinese or Spanish), PE, technology, and exploratory arts (Art, Drama and Music) classes, as well being actively involved in Community Service projects. To participate in the program, students must take IB level classes in all areas.
Classes in all grades of the MYP are presented at an accelerated rate with minimal repetition, and homework is expected to be a regular part of the students’ schedules. You should anticipate an average of 1 to 1˝ hours of homework per day. The program works with the students to develop time management skills and study strategies to enable them to make good choices in response to the many options they face.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Call 719-328-2427 between 8:00am and 2:00pm on school days when students are in attendance or email: brewejm@d11.org
| Ron Hamilton | IB Coordinator | hamilrp@d11.org | 328-2429 |
| Jean Brewer | IB Secretary | brewejm@d11.org | 328-2427 |
