A balanced learner understands the importance of academic, physical, and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others. A thinker is a student who considers a problem from both creative and critical perspectives.

Families, lead by example and choose to do a weekly activity with your child whether it is running, reading, or something new! We also encourage families to ask your children questions and challenge them to think of solutions to every day problems. Read on for more ideas.

Someone who is willing to step outside of their comfort zone and has the confidence to try new things, even if it means they may fail.

If your child is feeling uneasy about trying something, encourage them to attempt it and then reflect on whether they liked the new activity and how it felt to try something new.

Students of principle take responsibility for their actions and the consequences that accompany them. Learn more about how to develop that attribute.

Knowledgeable students strive to acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Knowledgeable students explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. Learn more about how to develop that attribute.

Children are gifted with natural curiosity, and our goal in IB is to continue to ignite the spark and desire to gain more knowledge of how and why things work the way they do.

Inquirers develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

An open-minded student knows that all people are different. They listen to the points of view of others and consider many possibilities before making a decision.