Foxcroft Academy to become an IB Diploma Program School
DOVER-FOXCROFT — Foxcroft Academy is committed to providing the best academic curriculum designed to produce informed and active global citizens, doing this since the school’s inception in 1823. In order to stay ahead of the academic curve, Foxcroft Academy is making a bold move to better the mission and to better prepare students for the 21st century by becoming an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Diploma Program.
Currently in the application phase, Foxcroft Academy hopes to offer IB courses beginning in August of 2019. IB is founded on the principles of students using high level thinking skills and developing an international mindset to prepare them for their post-secondary education. In today’s world, students need to think critically and creatively to solve complex problems on a global scale. IB is not about memorizing large amounts of material to complete a test. IB is about students learning how to think critically, both in collaborative settings and independently. Students learn to develop ideas, research and test them, and communicate the results.
“Foxcroft Academy is excited and pleased to be able to offer all students the opportunities that exist in International Baccalaureate,” said Arnold Shorey, Foxcroft Academy head of school. “It is a perfect fit with the mission and vision of Foxcroft Academy as it promotes skills of evaluation, analysis, and creativity. These are the skills that will propel students to success in the 21st century.”
“IB is a pathway to success, not just in high school and college, but for life,” said Jonathan Pratt, Foxcroft Academy assistant head of school for academics. “The demands of an IB candidate student are many, but the rewards are just as great. For colleges and universities, an IB diploma means the student is ready for the academic rigor higher institutes of learning have to offer. These students seek the answers to problems, and they are ready to accept new challenges in their young academic lives.”
“IB is a program that promotes skills for the 21st century learner: inquiry, creativity, and critical problem-solving, all within our mission at FA,” said Donna Newhouse, Foxcroft Academy IB program coordinator. “Providing this education is one Foxcroft Academy feels is necessary for our students, and we want to provide the pathway for academic success.”
On Thursday, Feb. 1 Foxcroft Academy is holding an International Baccalaureate Information Night for all grade 8-9 students and their parents who are interested in learning more about this globally recognized, high quality program. For more information, please contact Newhouse via email at donna.newhouse@foxcroftacademy.org.