International Baccalaureate (IB)
IB at King
Founded in 1973, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle is the first school in Atlanta named after the civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. At King Middle School, students embark on a transformative educational journey, guided by a dedicated faculty committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
In 2019, King Middle School became an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School.
The school's curriculum not only emphasis academic achievement but also encourages critical thinking, empathy, and social responsibility, providing a solid foundation for students to become college-, career-, and life-ready, aligning with the IB organization’s mission. Both King and IB organization see learning as more than test scores—it’s about developing balanced, reflective students.
King’s Mission Statement
To provide an academically challenging education that develops globally competitive students who are prepared for college, career, and life.
King & IB Alignment
International Baccalaureate, an APS signature program, is designed to provide students the opportunity to explore unique areas of study in preparation for specialized academic and future career opportunities. Students participating in Signature Programs receive targeted instruction that is both rigorous and relevant. This specialized program reflects our district’s commitment to providing quality educational opportunities that will enable students to be successful in 21st century careers with a focus on preparing students for success in higher education and to be active participants in a global society.
IB Mission Statement
- The International Baccalaureate® (IB) 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.
IB in APS Facts
- APS has 28 authorized IB World Schools and 37 authorized programmes (traditional and charter).
- APS has more IB World Schools than any other district in Georgia.
- Authorized in 1982, North Atlanta is the oldest Diploma Programme in the Southeast.
- Warren T. Jackson Elementary School is the first IB World School in APS to earn Cognia STEM certification and the second public school in the nation to hold dual certifications in both IB and Cognia STEM.
IB as an APS Signature Program supports the APS Mission Statement of ensuring all students are ready for college, career, and life.
