LOLHS IB In Focus

Welcome back to another exciting school year! As International Baccalaureate students, you are part of a community that values curiosity, perseverance, and a commitment to learning.

This year, we encourage you to set meaningful goals, embrace new challenges, and make the most of every opportunity to grow both academically and personally.

We look forward to seeing the contributions you'll make and the successes you'll achieve throughout the year.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Leary

Assistant Principal

Diploma Programme Coordinator

We are excited to introduce Mr. Javaruski, our International Baccalaureate (IB) School Counselor. Mr. Javaruski is here to support, encourage, and guide students as they work toward achieving their dreams and reaching their full potential. Mr. Javuraski's work reflects the IB Learner Profile attribute of being Balanced. He encourages students to maintain a healthy balance between academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, relationships, and personal well-being.

Ms. Cullison is our new Extended Essay (EE) Coordinator. She is currently developing this year's EE timeline and creating a support plan for any new EE advisors who may be assigned. Over the coming week, she will begin working directly with students and will share important information, expectations, and key deadlines related to the EE process.

Junior Induction Ceremony - August 24

Join us on August 24 at 6:00pm for our annual IB Junior Induction Ceremony. This special event provides an opportunity for students and families to learn more about the expectations and requirements of the IB Diploma Programme as students begin this important phase of their IB journey. During the ceremony, students will reaffirm their commitment to the programme by reciting the IB Commitment Statement and will be presented with their official IB Diploma Programme pin. We look forward to celebrating this meaningful milestone with our IB juniors and their families.

Please complete this RSVP to help us prepare for this event.

IB Youth Advisory Council - August 29 8:30am

We are so excited to participate in this first open mic event hosted by International Baccalaureate. Teachers will nominate diploma programme students (11th and 12th) for participation who consistently exemplify the values, attributes, and commitment to learning that define the IB Programme at LOLHS. Mrs. Leary will coordinate with those nominated to participate.

Senior Seminar - Tentatively Scheduled for September 9

Seniors, please tentatively mark your calendars for September 9 and join us for Senior Seminar in the Commons beginning at 6:00pm. During this session, you will learn about the requirements and expectations for Senior year, as well as the steps necessary to successfully earn the IB Diploma. At 6:30 pm, you will be joined by members of the Class of 2027 for a presentation on college applications, scholarships, and the many opportunities available to help you prepare for your future.

We value your voice! If you have questions, feedback, or ideas to enhance our International Baccalaureate Programme, Mrs. Leary would love to hear from you. Your insights play an important role in helping us provide the best possible experience for our students.

Email is one of our primary methods of communication throughout the school year. Important information regarding school events, academic updates, deadlines, testing, college and career opportunities, and IB program announcements will be shared via email. To ensure you don't miss important updates, please make sure your contact information is current in myStudent. Students and parents are encouraged to check their email regularly and monitor their inboxes for school communications. Staying connected helps you stay informed, prepared, and engaged in all the opportunities our school has to offer. Thank you for partnering with us to support student success!

Visit our school website for the latest IB and AP exam schedules.

As you work toward your exams, set goals, dream big, and aim high! These assessments are the culmination of your hard work and dedication. Stay focused, give your best effort, and start the year strong!

As we prepare for the new school year, I encourage all families to review our programme policies found on our International Baccalaureate webpage. These policies will also be reviewed and updated throughout the year as we begin preparations for our upcoming International Baccalaureate Five-Year Self-Study and Programme Evaluation.

Our IB Learner Profile for August is Inquirers!

We nurture our curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research. We know how to learn independently and with others. We learn with enthusiasm and sustain our love of learning throughout life.

Complete this reflection to help you connect to our Learner Profile: Inquirers.

Students who complete this monthly reflection will be eligible for our Learner Profile of the Month Award and Recognition Program. Recipients will be selected by the IB Team based on their demonstrated commitment to the IB Learner Profile attributes.