IB Newsletter
November 2023
Learner Profile Trait of the Month
We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
What's Going on in IB
UPCOMING EVENTS IN IB!
LOOKING AHEAD
Highlight - IB Teachers!
B. Lopez - AP Physics, IB Physics, AcDec, Key Club
Tell us about your family: I have a small but large Cuban family that mostly live in Florida. Most of the family before me immigrated to the US fleeing the island in the 1960s. As a way to advance and move up in society my grandparents and parents valued education and academics in part leading me to be a teacher today.
Can you share a time when you were a THINKER? As the odd-ball science person in my family I have always looked for ways to grow in my science knowledge. In college and beyond I have made it point to see and engage in science lectures. I have been able to see Neil deGrasse Tyson, Michio Kaku, Sally Ride, and Jane Goodall all in our local Arlington community.
What are your favorite fall activities? Spending time outside in cooler weather, wearing flannel, stargazing.
HIGHLIGHT - IB STUDENTS!
Kiyah M. - Senior
Can you share a time when you were a THINKER? Constantly, I have to strategically think on daily tasks that I have to complete such as homework (especially that extended essay), but I'm learning to organize my thoughts and not overwhelm myself.
What are your future plans? My plans for the future is to acquire a full-ride track scholarship going to college to major in psychology, I aspire to be a corporate attorney.
Allyson C. - Junior
What are your favorite fall activities? My favorite fall activities is going to pumpkin patches or fall festivals, setting up Halloween decorations, and movie nights.
Can you share a time when you were a THINKER? A time when I exhibited this trait was when I was completing my analysis on Americanah for English, where I had to analyze the information I gathered and identified key point.
Why IB?
Our students choose and persist in IB Diploma Programme for many different reasons. The IB Diploma Programme helps students:
Become a confident & independent learners
Graduate globally minded with an internationally recognized qualification
Gain international mindedness through interconnected curriculum
Grow as the best preparation for university
Strengthen written & verbal communication skills
Become a leader in academics & your community
Discover & learn through service
Develop emotionally, ethically, & intellectually
Increase your academic opportunities by developing excellent study habits & proven time management skills
Explore your passions
Earn scholarships and college credit!
Email: ahayes1@aisd.net
Website: https://arlington.instructure.com/courses/200770/
Location: 2101 Highbank Drive, Arlington, TX, USA
Phone: 682.867.4534