IB MYP News
Programme News
You are invited to our Future Pioneer Night | Jan. 9
You are invited to join us for a first-hand look at our beautiful campus. Meet our principal and learn more about the great programs available to our students.
DUSD’s 5th grade elementary families are invited to learn about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP) at Sussman Middle School.
Sussman’s IB Team Visits Carpenter Elementary School
Sussman Middle School’s IB Programme made a special visit to Carpenter Elementary.
IB Student Artwork Displayed in Autry Museum
Congratulations to IB student, Vanessa Navarro who had her artwork displayed in the Autry Museum.
Well-Rounded IB Students
Take a look at some examples of what our IB students are learning and doing on an average day.
IB Team Collaborates with IB World School
The IB Team took a trip to Pasadena to collaborate with IB World School, Blair High School. As IB candidates, our team continues to build on our knowledge and expertise.
Understanding IB | Visiting 5th Grade Teachers
Dr. Anita Arora visited 5th-grade teachers and elementary principals to explain the IB programme and curriculum.
Research Day!
Our IB students joined Ms. Walker to learn about credible resources and the databases available to them to do their research.
The Design Cycle Explained
IB student, Jazlyn Vargas, explains the IB MYP Design Cycle in detail in a video. Learn more about this design process.
The IB Middle Years Programme is now taking applications!
DUSD’s 5th grade elementary families are invited to learn about the IB (International Baccalaureate) MYP (Middle Years Program) at Sussman Middle School.
Future Doctors
Our IB students are learning about illnesses and become both, doctors and medical students as they develop many learner profile traits through this activity!
Inside the Classroom: Applying Mathematics to Your Life (Halloween Edition)
IB MYP students apply their knowledge to relevant life experiences, in this instance, buying the most cost-efficient Halloween candy!
Inside the Classroom: Individuals and Societies
IB MYP students use student voice and choice to collaborate and create a unique civilization representing their knowledge of resources and the needs of a society.
Working hard for our students
Our IB teachers work hard to continue developing units and great learning experiences for the IB students.
What does it mean to be a Risk-Taker?
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.
Inside the Classroom: Engineering Challenge
We challenged our students to build a structure capable of holding at least five sixth-grade science textbooks a minimum of 4 inches above the table using only 3 pieces of paper and tape.
Inside the Classroom: Collaborative Art Project
Our IB MYP students were tasked with creating a drawing together, through communication and kinesthetic skills.
IB MYP Back to School Night
Check out some photos from our first IB MYP Back to School Night.
Welcoming our Inaugural Class
August 16, 2023 was the first day of school for all DUSD students, and the beginning of the inaugural IB MYP class.
The Makings of a Great Team
We are excited to welcome our inaugural IB MYP staff. Learn more about how they have been preparing for the first year of the IB program at Sussman.
IBMYP Resources
We want to make sure you make an informed decision. Please take a moment to look through some of the following resources.