{"id":15130,"date":"2026-01-21T16:02:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T00:02:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/carpenter\/?p=15130"},"modified":"2026-01-23T14:52:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T22:52:24","slug":"sussman-officially-designated-as-ib-world-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/carpenter\/2026\/01\/21\/sussman-officially-designated-as-ib-world-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Sussman Officially Designated as IB World School","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After four years of dedicated planning, training, and collaboration, Sussman Middle School has been officially designated as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for the Middle Years Programme (MYP), joining a prestigious global network of schools committed to high-quality, internationally recognized education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.dusd.net\/sussman\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/01\/ib-world-school-logo-1-colour.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17026\" style=\"width:auto;height:150px\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The designation follows the school\u2019s successful IB authorization visit in December, where evaluators praised Sussman\u2019s strong instructional practices, positive school culture, and highly collaborative learning environment. The school received its authorization in record time, an exceptional recognition of the quality of the program and the commitment of the entire school community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IB Middle Years Programme is designed to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring students who are prepared to be lifelong learners and global citizens. Through rigorous, real-world learning experiences, students strengthen critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. At Sussman, students have demonstrated their learning by designing sustainable cities, engineering structures, and creating artwork that has been featured at the Autry Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBecoming an IB World School reflects the serious work happening every day at Sussman Middle School,\u201d said Board President Jose Rodriguez. \u201cThis designation confirms that students are receiving instruction that meets internationally recognized standards and prepares them with the academic and problem-solving skills they need to succeed in high school, college, and the workforce.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This achievement reflects Sussman\u2019s strong leadership, along with the commitment of Sussman\u2019s dedicated IB teaching team. Together, they work tirelessly to provide high-quality, inquiry-based learning experiences for students each day. Teachers are highly trained in IB instructional practices and are deeply committed to continuous professional growth to ensure students receive engaging, meaningful, and challenging instruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI could not be more proud of our teachers and staff for the dedication they showed throughout this process,\u201d said Dr. Quintero, Sussman\u2019s principal. \u201cThey embraced the challenge, supported one another, and never lost sight of what matters most\u2026 our students. This achievement belongs to them and our entire Pioneer community.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, Sussman Middle School serves approximately 425 IB MYP students in grades 6, 7, and 8, offering an academically rigorous program that supports both personal development and academic success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Applications for 2026-2027<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications for the 2026-27 IB MYP school year for incoming sixth-grade students will be available beginning <strong>Jan. 29 through Feb. 27, 2026<\/strong>. Families interested in learning more about the program and the application process are encouraged to attend the school\u2019s upcoming IB Information Night at Sussman Middle School on Jan. 29 at 6 p.m., where staff will share details about curriculum, student experiences, and enrollment procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50 has-custom-font-size is-style-fill has-medium-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.dusd.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sussman Middle 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