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17/03/23

What is an IB Education?

An IB education is widely recognized as a premier academic program that offers students a well-rounded, interdisciplinary curriculum.  The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally recognized leader in 21st-century education for its emphasis on academic rigor, inquiry-based learning, and the development of personal skills that best prepare students for a changing world. IB courses are known for their rigor and
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27/01/23

DEIB in Schools: Why is Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Important?

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are essential components of any school system. It’s not enough to simply talk about diversity—efforts need to be made to create an inclusive environment where all students feel welcome, respected, and supported. It’s essential for schools to understand why DEIB is important so that they can create a systemwide response to ensure that all
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27/12/22

What is an International Education and Why Does it Matter?

In today’s increasingly interconnected world, it’s more important than ever for students to have a global perspective. An international education is one way to provide students with this perspective. Not only does an international education expose students to different cultures and ways of life, but it also teaches them to be active and engaged participants in the world around them.
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27/12/22

Raising a Bilingual Child: The Benefits of Being Bilingual

As the Principal for PK-1 at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI), a bilingual PK-8 International Baccalaureate (IB) Spanish-English immersion school, I often get questions from parents about whether students’ academic development is impeded because they are learning a second language. I share with them that the research shows that there are no significant adverse effects in learning a second language for
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