Frequently Asked Questions

How is an IB Diploma Earned?

To earn an IB Diploma, students must successfully complete these requirements;



Six courses in at least five subject areas (see the HHS IB Course sequencing chart)
CAS hours
Extended Essay
Theory of Knowledge course
Course examinations


What are the admission criteria for students?
 Students who are interested must do the following for admission to the IB Diploma Program:


1. Write a letter of intent describing the reasons of their interest in the program.
2. Have a personal entrance interview with their parents and the IB coordinator at Hunter (Chris Krueger).
3. Sign (with parent signature included) a contact of intent of successfully participate in the IB program.
4. Accomplish appropriate prerequisite coursework outlined by their coordinator.
What are the next steps for participation in the IB program?
Current ninth grade students who are interested in becoming part of the Pre-IB cohort should do the following:


1. Complete an application form and submit it to the IB coordinator at either Hunter High.

2. The coordinator will then contact interested students to arrange for a meeting with each students parents.
3. The coordinator will outline the Pre-IB cohort program which includes recommended 10th grade course work to prepare for the IB Diploma program in 11th and 12th grades.
4. Students can then register for the pre-program.
5. Students living outside the HHS boundaries will have to apply for a window permit or special permit


Can my student enroll in all the extra-curricular classes she/he is used to doing?
To be honest, this is the most serious drawback to the program. Sure, you can do extra-curriculars, we encrouage it. (CAS actually requires some.) But to do it all: band, a sports team, the school play and LDS seminary is pretty much impossible. You can definitely squeeze one or two "extra" things into your schedule, but more than that becomes very difficult.


If my child lives outside the boundaries of the two high schools, will transportation be provided?
No. Transportation is the responsibility of the parent/student.


If a student does not pass the requirements to earn an IB Diploma, does he/she still receive a high school diploma?
Yes, as long as the student completes the minimum graduation requirements set by Granite District

Are there costs associated with the IB program?
Yes. Much like the AP courses, students pay for their exams.

 

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