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Boston School International is an IB World School:

Boston School International is an authorized school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), and is a candidate school for the Middle Years Programme (MYP). IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improving the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high-quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision.

Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate can offer any of its four academic programmes: The Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org

Mission Statement from the IB

Mission Statement from the IB The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

What is the international baccalaureate?

The IB program encourages students to think broadly, beyond the boundaries of their communities, and to see themselves as members of a global society. It has gained global recognition and respect.

What is an IB education?

The IB education aims to be informative, not definitive; it invites conversation and regular review. The IB has always championed a stance of critical engagement with challenging ideas, one that values the progressive thinking of the past while remaining open to future innovation. It reflects the IB’s commitment to creating a collaborative, global community united by a mission to make a better world through education. As the IB’s mission in action, the learner profile concisely describes the aspirations of a global community that shares the values underlying the IB’s educational philosophy. The IB learner profile describes the attributes and outcomes of education for international-mindedness.

The aim of all IB programs is to develop internationally minded people who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world. Informed by these values, an IB education:

Centers on learners
Develops effective approaches to teaching and learning
Works within global contexts
Explores significant content. Working together, these four characteristics define an IB education.

Early Learning

Boston School International is an IB World School accredited to offer the Primary Years Program (PYP), which fosters independent learning and critical thinking through units of inquiry. We offer an international English-medium education (English-Spanish).

Our methodology develops student skills and strategies, developing critical thinking. We build and strengthen values and a sense of responsibility towards others. We educate leaders with a sense of social responsibility, prepared to move forward in their education to contribute to society as empathetic world citizens.

Primary

Our Primary Years Program (PYP)

The primary section of Boston School International offer quality education which promotes in students the development of fundamental academic, technological and humanistic competencies. Our commitment is the development of an individual who demonstrates social responsibility, the capacity to assume challenges, and a leadership endeavor which will generate socio cultural, ethical and sustainable progress for the nation.

We will offer an academic proposal which meets the highest standards established by international accreditation institutions. We will continue with the implementation of the Singapore Approach Curriculum for Math, which guarantees consistent and strong emphasis on problem solving and model drawing, with a focus on in-depth understanding of the essential math skills.

Aware of the importance of adapting in a constantly changing technological world, we believe in the teaching of technology as a working tool for the learner to acquire knowledge and further develop his or her competencies. For this reason, besides the acquisition of interactive electronic boards for each of the classroom, as well as their connection to wireless internet, the students will benefit from textbooks and on line resources and practices which will further assist them to reinforce concepts discussed in class.

In BSI, our primary school department has one of the finest teaching staffs in the nation. Their experience and commitment towards the achievement of the highest educational standards together with their love for teaching makes them our most valuable resource. If you are looking for an international education environment in which your child is going to have the most complete experience, then Boston School International is your best choice…

Welcome to our wolf pack, and remember:

BSI is a place for everyone, NOT to fit in, but to STAND OUT!

Middle School

Our middle school program’s aim is not only to prepare students for high school but also hone their leadership skills. They are active learners, who participate in clubs, activities, and much more. The curriculum offers a solid foundation in mathematics (including algebra and geometry) and science. Moreover, they study English, Spanish and Mandarin. Middle schoolers complete courses in social sciences both Panamanian and global, arts, music, and physical education.

Technology is also an important part of the program as they develop multiple skills, including the ability to construct and program robots. These young students are talented, committed leaders.

High School

Our high school program´s aim is educating world’s leaders. Our students develop academic, technological, and social skills that will enable them to succeed in college and in life. The science program centers on biology, physics, chemistry, technology, and advanced mathematics; additionally, language and social sciences complete the curriculum. We are currently in the process of authorization for the IB Diploma, which will aid us in achieving our vision. In addition to the three core classes (CAS, TOK, and Extended Essay), the students who enroll in the DP will study Higher Level Math, Higher Level Biology, Higher Level Information Technology in a Global Society, Standard Level Physics, Standard Level Lengua y Literatura, and Standard Level Literature. High schoolers take robotics and programming classes, as well as prepare for their Microsoft certifications. Moreover, they are also engaged in a plethora of extracurricular activities, within and without school.

They actively participate in the various clubs, complete hours of volunteer work, and propose activities to improve others’ lives, as the leaders they are.