IB has translated its mission into a Learner Profile of ten characteristics (inquiring, thoughtful, expressive,
knowledgeable, principled, open-minded, caring, balanced, risk-taking and reflective) that reflect both the
New York State Portrait of a Graduate and the values of CHCP. We believe that challenging students here, where we
get to know the whole students and provide ample support, will better prepare them for their future education and
careers. The IB program is certainly challenging but we have seen that it contributes to higher retention in
advanced education and success.
In addition, participation in IB coursework benefits students in the college admission process by allowing them to
conduct college-level work throughout their high school careers. Universities around the globe recognize the rigor
and value of an IB education, and IB Diploma holders are widely considered more prepared for the challenges of
collegiate life than their peers, even those who have completed analogous Advanced Placement work. Most universities
will also award academic credit for successful examination results in specific subject areas or after completion of
the full IB Diploma.
The IB’s University Admission and Recognition of IB Programmes web-pages provide more information on the perception
of the IB by colleges and universities. There, you can download the University Policy Index to view the way
individual colleges/universities value IB exams and courses.
At Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep (CHCP), students can pursue:
We are committed to the principle of academic equity. While many schools reserve IB courses for a small “elite” group, at Cypress Hills:
For more information on the specific course offerings at CHCP, please see our presentation from the IB Family Night.
At CHCP, students interview for the full Diploma at the end of sophomore year. The interview helps us ensure students understand:
Both IB and AP can be rigorous and may lead to college credit, but they work differently. Advanced Placement (AP)
typically focuses on a single subject and culminates in one high-stakes exam. Students in some IB classes also
have the opportunity to take the related AP exam. International Baccalaureate (IB) is designed as a coherent,
whole-program experience across multiple disciplines (especially for Diploma candidates) and uses multiple forms
of assessment, including projects, presentations, and internal assessments in addition to exams.
CHCP also offers college-level courses through the National Education Equity Lab, which brings credit-bearing
university courses into high schools. Dual enrollment is a partnership that allows high school students to enroll
in college courses and earn transferable college credit while completing high school diploma requirements.
Students in the full IB Diploma program may be able to take these dual enrollment courses but may need to do that
as a 9th period class outside of normal school hours.
Being “ready for IB” does not mean:
It does mean being willing to:
At Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep, we believe that challenge + support = success.
Students pursuing the IB Diploma are registered for 6 subject exams, Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS.
Candidates who holistically achieve a high level of success in 6 subject exams, and satisfactorily complete TOK, EE,
and CAS will earn the full IB Diploma.
Please note: the IB Diploma is completely separate from the New York State graduation requirements. Even if a
student does not obtain the IB Diploma, they can graduate High School with a local, Regents, or Advanced Regents
diploma. Please see your student’s guidance counselor for more information on graduation requirements.
A score of is awarded for the successful completion of each subject component. These scores contribute to an
overall score between 1 and 7, which determines if the IB Diploma is awarded. A minimum overall score of 24 must be
achieved to earn the IB Diploma. Up to an additional 3 bonus points can be earned from the successful completion of
EE & TOK and contribute to the overall score. Students have the potential to earn a maximum overall score of 45
from subject exams and EE/TOK (7 points from each of six courses plus 3 bonus from EE/TOK).
Additional considerations that must be met to achieve the IB Diploma, are:
A score of 1 through 7 is awarded for the successful completion of each subject exam. This score is determined by a
number of components completed over the two-year course rather than only one, timed exam. These assessment
portfolios include 3-5 different assessment types completed at different stages of the two-year course. These may include:
Cypress Hills Collegiate Prep High School works in partnership with Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation as part of the NYC Community Schools Initiative.
Community Schools support the whole child by strengthening the connection between school, family, and community through coordinated services and supports.
This partnership helps create a welcoming and supportive school environment where students and families feel connected and supported.
Director of Community Schools
Student Engagement Specialist
Resource Specialist