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IB (International Baccalaureate) (información en español)
The goals of the IB curriculum are to develop students into adults who are confident, critical, and independent thinkers with a global perspective. IB seeks to be a transformational form of education focused on individual learner profiles and centers learning on problem solving and real world, global challenges. Students develop world language and intercultural communication skills. At the high school level, students engage in classical studies, philosophical inquiry, artist experiences, extended research, and community service hours as part of a rigorous academic course of study. Peer reviewed research suggests that students who attend IB programs have more developed critical thinking skills, global awareness, and are more likely to successfully attend college. These results are especially pronounced for students from a low socioeconomic background. IB diplomas and course credits are accepted in over 5,000 universities in more than 100 countries. Learn more about International Baccalaureate here: https://www.ibo.org/
2023-24 School Year
Elementary Schools
Burton Magnet Elementary School
Entry Grade: Kindergarten–former Pre-K students must enter the lottery for Kindergarten
Attendance Zone: NO–students residing in priority zone must enter the lottery
Lottery zone: District-wide
Sibling priority: YES–siblings of an attending student has priority seating
Transportation: District-wide
Contact for program questions: Amy Sanchez (amy_sanchez@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3908 x78469
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Middle Schools
James E. Shepard Magnet Middle School
Attendance Zone: NONE
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling Priority: NONE
Transportation: District-wide
Sports: School has its own competitive teams
Other Priority seating: Rising 6th grade students from Burton Elementary received first level priority, rising 6th graders from Club Blvd, RN Harris, and Holt Elementary Schools receive second level priority.
Contact for program questions: Amber Somone Haigler (ambersomone_haigler@dspnc.net) 919-560-3938
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High Schools
Hillside High School IB Program
Attendance Zone: YES–however students districted for Hillside must enter the lottery for the IB program
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling Priority: NONE
Transportation: District-wide
Sports: School has its own competetive teams
Other priority seating: Rising 9th graders from Shepard Middle School
Contact for program questions: Keshetta Henderson (keshetta_henderson@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3925 x25315 or Euba McKoy (angelia_mckoy@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3925 x25484
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2024-25 School Year and beyond
Elementary Schools
Burton Magnet Elementary School
Entry Grade: TBD
Attendance zone: YES view here
Lottery zones: Southeast and Southwest view zones
Procedure for those in attendance zone: No lottery required
Sibling Priority: YES
Transportation: Regional only Southeast and Southwest view zones
Contact for program questions: Amy Sanchez (amy_sanchez@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3908 x78469
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E.K. Powe Elementary School (starting program 2024-2025 school year)
Entry Grade: TBD
Attendance zone: YES view here
Lottery zones: North, Central, and East Regions view zones
Procedure for those in attendance zone: No lottery required
Sibling Priority: YES
Transportation: Regional only: North, Central, and East Regions view zones
Middle Schools
James E. Shepard Magnet Middle School
Attendance Zone: NONE
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling Priority: NONE
Transportation: District-wide
Sports: School has its own competitive teams
Other priority seating: Rising 6th grade students from Burton Elementary received first level priority, rising 6th graders from Club Blvd, RN Harris, and Holt Elementary Schools receive second level priority.
Contact for program questions: Amber Somone Haigler (ambersomone_haigler@dspnc.net) 919-560-3938
Sign up for an in-person tour here
Regístrese para un recorrido en persona aquí
High Schools
Hillside High School IB Program
Attendance Zone: YES–however students districted for Hillside must enter the lottery for the IB program
Lottery Zone: District-wide
Sibling Priority: NONE
Transportation: District-wide
Sports: School has its own competetive teams
Other priority seating: Rising 9th graders from Shepard Middle School
Contact for program questions: Keshetta Henderson (keshetta_henderson@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3925 x25315 or Euba McKoy (angelia_mckoy@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3925 x25484
Sign up for an in-person tour here
Regístrese para un recorrido en persona aquí
