Springbrook IB Program

Springbrook High School participates in the diploma program of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) based in Cardiff, Wales. Offering an internationally recognized course of study and diploma, the IBO, a non-profit foundation, was established in1968 to serve students who moved to different countries during the course of their education.

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program is unique in that it provides a liberal arts, interdisciplinary education leading to a diploma or certificate. Teachers plan and provide interdisciplinary instruction and assessments focusing on common topics, themes and materials within subject areas.

The IB curriculum is currently offered in 125 different countries at the primary, middle, and secondary levels. The diploma is recognized and held in high regard by over a thousand universities worldwide.

Upcoming Senior Events

  • September 14 Summer CAS hours for Seniors due
  • October 5 Payments for diploma candidates and certificates due
  • December 3 Senior Extended Essays Due
  • December 10 ToK 2: Prescribed Titles Due (External Assessment)
  • December 19 IB History 2: Internal Assessment Due
  • January 23 IB English 2: World Lit Paper Due
  • February 22-23 IB English 2: Oral Commentaries
  • March 5-7 IB Spanish SL Orals • March 9-10 IB Spanish HL Orals
  • March 5 IB Art Portfolios and Workbooks Copied and Mailed to the Art Examiner
  • March 12 -13 IB French SL/HL Orals
  • March 14 CAS hours due for seniors
  • March 17 IB Math SL/HL Internal Assessments
  • March 20 IB CAS Reflective Essay and Log Documentation Due
  • March 20 IB Chemistry, Biology and Physics IA
  • April 21 -22 IB Art Examiner reviewing portfolios in- house
  • May 5 – 23 Examination Period
  • July 6 Results available to candidates via internet

Upcoming Juniors Events

  • December 3 IB Group 4 Field Trip
  • December 4th or 10th UMCP McKeldin Library Field Trip
  • December 17 UMCP McKeldin Trip (edit the current line to read)
  • December 12-13 IB English 1: Oral Commentaries
  • December 13 IB Group 4 Presentations
  • March 5 – 7 IB Spanish SL Orals
  • March 12 – 13 IB French SL/HL Orals
  • March 17 IB Math SL Internal Assessments
  • March 20 IB Chemistry and Physics IA
  • May 5 – 23 Examination Period
  • July 6 Results available to candidates on Internet