Welcome to the Southeast High School IB Parent Alliance
Southeast is the only public high school in Manatee County that offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program.
Southeast High School prides itself on academic rigor and global learning experiences. The IB program is available to all students throughout the county who meet admissions requirements.
IB diploma students attend some of the most notable and prestigious universities across the country thanks to the reputation and academic achievement level required in the IB program. The IB Diploma Program is the most robust college preparation route possible.
What is the IB Diploma Program?
The IB Diploma Program has several mandatory core components including: The Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge course and The Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) component. The Extended Essay values original research, as well as an emphasis on strong writing skills and research skills. The Theory of Knowledge course fosters active and critical learning on a level to challenge our daily thoughts, ideologies, and comfort-area. The CAS component exposes students to community service and creative endeavors through experiential education. This helps round out individuals and seeks to grow a “whole learner” as opposed to just an academically challenged student.
Besides its global quality, one of the advantages of the IB curriculum is its structure. The IB Diploma Program is a highly coordinated program: one that is well-established, well-known, and well-respected. Southeast High School’s mission is to educate and inspire a diverse population to become lifelong learners who contribute meaningfully as open-minded global citizens while fostering opportunities for achievement. The IB learner profile is embedded throughout Southeast High School and the growth and success of this prestigious, advanced high school program is a source of pride for our students and staff.
