Why Schurz? International Baccalaureate Program

Why Schurz?
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Individualized attention and
support though a small IB cohort
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Many different after school clubs
and activities—robotics, National
Honor Society, anime, creative
writing, chess, academic decathlon, student council, tech squad,
art, and much, much more!
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Athletics—football, baseball,
basketball, volleyball, tennis,
cross-country, track, softball,
cheerleading, soccer, wrestling
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Amazing students and staff!
Are you ready to be part of Schurz
High School’s over 100 year legacy?
Carl Schurz High School
A Block Long and a World Wide
Chicago Public Schools
3601 N. Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60641
773-534-3420
www.schurzhs.org
Mr. Daniel Kramer, Principal
Ms. Michele Stefl, IB Coordinator Designate
773-534-3665
[email protected]
Schurz High School is a candidate school for the Middle Years
and Diploma Programmes. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a
common philosophy - a commitment to high-quality,
challenging, international education—that we believe is
important for our students.
Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any
of its three academic programmes:. Candidate status gives no
guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further
information visit http://www.ibo.org.
International Baccalaureate
Program
Carl Schurz High School
A Candidate School
Why IB?
The IB Middle Years and Diploma
Programmes will offer our
students a variety of benefits
including:
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An international education unique for its
academic and personal rigor.
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A student-centered approach to learning
that promotes healthy relationships, ethical
responsibility, and personal challenge.
Middle Years Programme
9th/10th Grade
The MYP consists of eight subject groups
integrated through unique global contexts for
learning. In their sophomore year, students will
undertake an independent personal
project to demonstrate the development of
their skills and understanding.
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Survey of Literature
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Biology
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World History
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French or Spanish
Ensuring breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding through all subject areas.
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Algebra or Geometry
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Band, Orchestra, or Chorus
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P.E./Health
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The development of skills that will
prepare students for higher education.
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Technology
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Emphasis on community service, hands
-on projects, and inquiry-based learning.
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DID YOU KNOW???
IB programmes are recognized around the
world in 145 countries. Chicago Public
Schools has the highest concentration of IB
World Schools of any urban area IN THE
WORLD!
Out of 106 CPS High Schools, Schurz is one of
only 22 that will offer the MYP and DP!
Schurz is one of the largest high school in
Illinois with more than 2,300 students.
The IB learner profile represents 10 attributes
valued by IB World Schools. We believe these
attributes, and others like them, can help
people become responsible members of local,
national, and global communities.
11th/12th Grade
Students are highly encouraged to continue
their MYP studies in the Diploma
Programme. The DP uses a comprehensive
college preparatory curriculum where
students gain a valuable competitive edge
for admission to college.
Schurz prospective DP course sequence
Freshman Course Sequence—Honors
An increased understanding of
languages and cultures with the
exploration of globally significant ideas and
issues.
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Diploma Programme
IB Curriculum
Schurz is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places which is the United States
government's official list of sites, buildings,
structures, and objects deemed worthy of
preservation
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Language and Literature
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French or Spanish
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Math Studies
Environmental Systems and Societies or
Design Technology
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History of the Americas or Psychology
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Visual Arts, Music, or Theatre Arts
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Theory of Knowledge