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Curriculum and Instruction
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| DATE: | Tuesday, September 16, 2014 |
| TO: | School Board Members |
| FROM: | MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent |
| SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS | |
| Recognition of Roland Park K-8 Magnet School as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School | |
| EXECUTIVE SUMMARY | |
| Roland Park K-8 Magnet School has successfully completed both application processes to the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to become an IB World School and is officially authorized to offer both the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IBMYP) and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IBPYP). Roland Park K-8 Magnet School is the only K-8 school in our district to become an authorized IB World School offering two programs
As an IB World School, they are a part of a global community of schools committed to developing knowledgeable and caring young people. These students will be ready to negotiate their futures successfully and make contributions resulting in a more harmonious and peaceful world. |
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| STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES | |
| • Demonstrate consistent and effective teaching methods • Motivate students to become responsible learners | |
| FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No) | |
| This item is for recognition and has no financial impact to the district. | |
| EVALUATION | |
| N/A | |
| SUBMITTED BY: Mathew Romano, Supervisor, Magnet Schools and Programs | |
| Eric Bergholm | Wynne A. Tye | |
| General Director, Advanced Academics (813) 272-4559 |
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction (813) 272-4221 |
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| C 08 | ||
| Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20140916_641 (Board Recognition Meeting) * Section C Item# 08 | ||