San Diego, November 21, 2025
Students from Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School participated in the West Coast International Baccalaureate Day, demonstrating their dedication to global education. The event highlighted key principles of the IB program, including inquiry-based learning and intercultural understanding, as students showcased their academic accomplishments and future aspirations.
San Diego Students Showcase at West Coast IB Day
San Diego, California – Students from Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School recently participated in the West Coast International Baccalaureate (IB) Day, highlighting their commitment to global education and academic excellence.
Event Highlights
The event featured presentations from both schools, emphasizing their dedication to the IB program’s principles of inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding. Mission Bay High School, located in the Pacific Beach community, offers the IB Diploma Programme for 11th and 12th graders, preparing students for university-level work. Pacific Beach Middle School, also situated in Pacific Beach, provides the IB Middle Years Programme for 6th through 8th graders, fostering a compassionate environment that encourages student inquiry and holistic learning.
About the International Baccalaureate Program
The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. The IB program offers a rigorous curriculum that challenges students to think critically and engage with global issues, preparing them for success in a rapidly changing world.
Background on Participating Schools
Mission Bay High School is a magnet school that encourages all students from the San Diego Unified School District to apply for admission. The school offers a collegiate learning environment with an 8-period rotating block master schedule, allowing students to gain a greater understanding of course concepts over a longer period.
Pacific Beach Middle School is an IB World School authorized to deliver the IB Middle Years Programme since 2007. The school offers a challenging inquiry-based curriculum that meets the requirements of the Common Core Standards and the IB MYP objectives, preparing students for future academic success.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the International Baccalaureate (IB) program?
- The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
- Which schools participated in the West Coast IB Day?
- Students from Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School participated in the West Coast IB Day.
- What is the focus of the IB program?
- The IB program offers a rigorous curriculum that challenges students to think critically and engage with global issues, preparing them for success in a rapidly changing world.
- Where are Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School located?
- Both schools are located in the Pacific Beach community of San Diego, California.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Event Participation | Students from Mission Bay High School and Pacific Beach Middle School showcased their commitment to the IB program at the West Coast IB Day. |
| IB Program Focus | The IB program emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding to prepare students for global challenges. |
| School Locations | Both schools are situated in the Pacific Beach community of San Diego, California. |
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