MEADOW WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL The IB Learner Profile Pre-IB Overview MEADOW WOODS MIDDLE SCHOOL The IB Learner Profile

IB Mission Statement The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

Pre-IB Courses and Years MYP Year 1, 2, and 3 Individuals and Societies – Social Studies Language A: Language and Literature – ELA Language (B) Acquisition – Foreign Language Sciences - Science Mathematics – Math The Arts – Performing and Visual Arts Design - Technology

The IB Learner Profile The IB Learner Profile represents the IB mission statement in action. http://www.ibo.org/benefits/learner-profile/

Inquirers They develop their natural curiosity. They learn how to conduct inquiry and research Shows independence in learning. They enjoy learning Love of learning will always be a part of their life.

Knowledgeable They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. They acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding various subjects.

Thinkers They exercise initiative in applying creative and critical thinking skills Ability to recognize and approach complex problems Make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Communicators Ability to understand and express ideas and information in more than one language or mode of communication They work effectively in collaboration with others.

Principled They act with integrity and honesty Seeks fairness and justice Respectful towards the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and accepts the consequences of their actions

Open-minded They understand and appreciate their own cultures as well as embrace other cultures and ideas They continually seek and evaluate several points of view

Caring They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service They have a true desire to make a positive difference in the world

Risk-takers They approach unfamiliar situations with courage Ability to openly explore new roles, ideas and strategies with ease. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.

Balanced They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.

Reflective They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to fairly assess and understand their strengths and weaknesses in order to support their personal growth.

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