Program History

• IB Diploma Program started in 1968 and has grown to include 950 US high schools and 5,500 high schools in 160 countries.
• IB planning committee formed in 1997.
• IB Diploma Program began in Vestal in the 1999-2000 school  year.

Program Goals

• Challenge students to think critically, expand knowledge in a wide variety of subject areas.
• Help students manage their time and gain useful study skills.
• Prepare students for academic demands of colleges and universities.
• Offer students the opportunity to make connections within and across subject areas.
• Provide an international perspective to their learning.
• Assist students to gain entrance into the colleges and universities of their choice.

IB/Honors Related Links

International Baccalaureate Organization
The official site of the International Baccalaureate Organization. Includes information about its programs, history, participating schools and related resources.

International Baccalaureate Organization

The College Board
The resource for information on the SAT®, the PSAT/NMSQT® and the Advanced Placement Program®. Useful information for parents, students and educators on college admissions, enrollment and financial aid.

College Board org

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