IB-MYP Activity Challenge In this exciting IB-MYP (International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program) activity, students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 were tasked with designing, constructing, and testing popsicle stick bridges that could span a specified distance while supporting a minimum of two kilograms. This challenge …
Building Strong Foundations in Middle School: A Fun-Filled First Week of Teamwork and Collaboration
The first week of the new academic year at La Scuola International School has been an exciting start for my International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB-MYP) Year 1 and 3 students. As their math and science teacher, I am delighted to share the engaging activities …
Meet Jake, Our Middle School Dean of Students
Please meet Jake Kaplove, La Scuola’s Middle School Dean of Students. Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with Jake, to learn a bit more about him, how he ended up teaching at La Scuola, and get his thoughts on the benefits of the …
What is an IB Education? A Parent’s Recap
The words International Baccalaureate held little meaning for me a year ago and I’ve been trying to get my head wrapped around them ever since. What exactly is an IB curriculum and what makes it unique? After attending last week’s educational series event at La …