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Megan Kingsbury: [email protected]
Theory of Knowledge Year 1: Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is a cornerstone of the IB Diploma Program. It encourages students to reflect on the nature of knowledge and how we know what we claim to know. The course emphasizes critical thinking, open-mindedness, and interdisciplinary connections, preparing students to navigate a complex, information-rich world.
Randee Donnelly: [email protected]
Theory of Knowledge Year 2: Theory of knowledge is a cornerstone of the IB Diploma Program, designed to help students reflect on the nature of knowledge and develop as inquisitive, critical, and open-minded thinkers. It challenges students to question how we know what we claim to know, connecting their learning across academic disciplines and real-world contexts. TOK is not just a course — it’s a mindset that encourages intellectual curiosity and equips students to navigate a complex, interconnected world. By taking TOK, students become not only better learners but also more thoughtful, compassionate, and principled global citizens.
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Description of Extended Essay
The EE is a defining component of the IB Diploma Program and an unparalleled opportunity for students to engage in independent, self-directed research. By investigating a topic of personal interest in depth, students develop the skills necessary for academic inquiry and cultivate a passion for learning. The EE is more than a research paper — it’s a process of intellectual discovery that prepares students for the demands of university-level research and any career path of interest.
Megan Kingsbury: [email protected]
IB English A Literature HL Year 1: The purpose of IB English Year 1 is to develop students' analytical, communicative, and creative skills through the study of diverse literary and non-literary texts. This course aims to cultivate critical thinking and an appreciation of language as a tool for exploring global issues, cultural perspectives, and human experiences. Students will engage in reflective and collaborative learning, emphasizing textual analysis, effective communication, and personal response. By fostering the IB Learner Profile traits, particularly as inquirers, thinkers, and communicators, the course prepares students to approach literature and life with intellectual curiosity, empathy, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Randee Donnelly: [email protected]
IB English A Literature HL Year 2: The purpose of this course is to develop students into critical thinkers, effective communicators, and globally-minded individuals. At its core, IB English seeks to deepen students' understanding of language, culture, and the human condition through the study of diverse texts. It prepares students to engage with the world in a thoughtful, reflective, and articulate way, both in academic contexts and beyond the classroom.
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Jeff Hutchinson: [email protected]
IB History HL: This history course challenges students to explore the past through diverse perspectives, analyze primary and secondary sources, and understand the connections between historical events and current global issues. Students develop critical thinking and research skills essential for understanding human experiences over time.
Samantha Lazear: [email protected]
This Biology course allows students to investigate and experience how the natural world around them works. We study everything from cells to biomes and the interactions between all of these levels of organization. Students develop the skills of experimenting to answer questions, data collection and analysis, lab safety and techniques, scientific writing and argumentation, specific content knowledge, and ethics and global awareness.
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Jessica Aguilar: [email protected]
IB Spanish B SL: This course focuses on enhancing skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in Spanish through the exploration of culturally relevant themes such as identities, experiences, human ingenuity, social organization, and sharing the planet. Students engage with authentic materials and real-world contexts to build fluency and global awareness. Assessment includes written tasks, reading and listening comprehension, and an individual oral presentation, emphasizing both language use and cultural insight.
Ethan Lin: [email protected]
This math class allows students to study and explore a little bit of everything: algebra, functions, geometry and trigonometry, statistics and probability, and calculus. It allows students to deepen their understanding of mathematical topics by focusing on applications and mathematical modelling to solve practical problems. Students develop logical and creative thinking, as well as patience and persistence in problem solving, as they learn the importance of justifying conclusions and communicating clearly and concisely. As they do so, they learn how to apply and transfer skills to alternative situations.
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Brian Freeman: [email protected]
If you're looking for a class that's way more than just memorizing lines and putting on a show, IB Theater is where you want to be. In this course, you'll dive deep into the world of theater by exploring performance techniques, acting methods, dramatic theory, and global theater philosophies that will completely change how you think about storytelling. But it’s not just about being on stage — you'll build confidence, improve communication, learn to work as a team, and think creatively under pressure, all skills that translate to real-world success in any career. Whether you dream of performing on Broadway or just want to become a stronger, more expressive version of yourself, IB Theater gives you the tools to stand out.
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