Curriculum & Professional Development at ACSD

At ACSD, we use the International Baccalaureate (IB) program as a framework for teaching and learning. IB's structure supports our educators as build a curriculum that explores and values our local history, people, and experiences. IB is based on national and international best practices in education. IB’s goal is to foster inquiring, knowledgeable, confident, and caring young people. It encourages students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners who have the skills to make a difference and thrive in their community and the world.

Students are the center of learning. Each unit of study invites students to learn how to think, reflect, take action, and apply their learning to new studies and all areas of life. It encourages teachers to collaborate on curriculum design and assessment so that each student receives equitable access to the best instruction and evaluation.

International Baccalaureate has four programs: The Primary Years Program (PYP), the Middle Years Program (MYP) the Diploma Program (DP), and the Career Related Program (CP, a career-technical pathway). Some schools only adopt one or some of the programs. ACSD has adopted the PYP, MYP, and DP programs and we have explored the option of the CP with the Hannaford Career Center.