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Del Sol: An IB World School in the Making

Del Sol is proud to be a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). As we work towards full IB authorization, we are committed to providing a high-quality, internationally recognized education that fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and a passion for lifelong learning.

Currently, we offer the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students in Grades 9 and 10. The MYP delivers a broad and balanced framework of learning that encourages students to connect their studies with real-world issues and challenges. It serves as excellent preparation for success in both the DP and CP.

In the coming years, we will expand to offer both the IB Diploma Programme (DP) and the IB Career-related Programme (CP) to our 11th and 12th-grade students. These programs provide distinct yet complementary pathways:

  • The DP offers a challenging academic curriculum designed to prepare students for university and beyond.

  • The CP blends academic study with practical, career-related learning, empowering students to excel in both higher education and the workplace.

Our IB journey reflects our belief in developing well-rounded, reflective, and internationally minded learners who are prepared to thrive in a changing world.

We invite our community to learn more about the IB and what it offers for students' futures.

Del Sol is currently a candidate school. Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes. Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.

The IB Learner Profile: Who Are Our Students Becoming?

At the heart of every IB programme is the IB Learner Profile—a set of ten attributes that guide students to become thoughtful, compassionate, and capable global citizens. These traits shape not just what students learn, but how they grow as individuals and members of a diverse world community.

Whether through inquiry in the classroom, service in the community, or reflection on personal goals, IB learners are:

Thinkers

Using critical and creative thinking to approach problems.

We use critical and creative thinking skills to analyse and take responsible action on complex problems. We exercise initiative in making reasoned, ethical decisions.
 

Principled

Acting with integrity, fairness, and a strong sense of justice.

We act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity and rights of people everywhere. We take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.

Inquirers

Nurturing curiosity and a love for learning throughout life.

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.

Open-minded

Appreciating different cultures, perspectives, and experiences.

We critically appreciate our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view, and we are willing to grow from the experience.

Caring

Showing empathy, compassion, and respect for others.

We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.

Knowledgeable

Exploring ideas across disciplines to deepen understanding.

We develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines. We engage with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.

Reflective

Thoughtfully considering the impact of choices and actions.

We thoughtfully consider the world & our own ideas and experience. We work to understand our strengths & weaknesses in order to support our learning & personal development.

 Communicators

Expressing ideas confidently and listening to others.

We express ourselves confidently and creatively in more than one language and in many ways. We collaborate effectively, listening carefully to the perspectives of other individuals and groups.

Risk-takers

Courageous in facing new challenges and unfamiliar situations.

We approach uncertainty with forethought and determination; we work independently and cooperatively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. We are resourceful & resilient in the face of challenges & change.

Balanced

Managing academics, relationships, and well-being.

We understand the importance of balancing different aspects of our lives-intellectual, physical, and emotional-to achieve well- being for ourselves and others. We recognize our interdependence with other people & with the world in which we live.

These attributes are more than just ideals—they’re goals we strive for every day at Del Sol as we prepare our students to lead with purpose in a complex world.