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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]New poster here - we're zoned for an IB HS. My 2nd grader really struggles with writing. I know. I know. It's 2nd grade she can improve, but I'm concerned. If a child is a mediocre writer, will they fall apart in IB? How strong a writer does one need to be to be in IB or [b]does IB help train you to be a better writer?[/b][/quote]

This. It will take some time but kids will get better as they write more. [/quote]

The attrition in the IB diploma programs is very high. You can get plenty of writing experience in AP schools without all the [b]IB nonsense. [/b] FCPS saddled a bunch of schools with IB 10-20 years ago but finally stopped. All the newer and the highest performing schools are AP.[/quote]

Maybe it is to you but not for others. [/quote]

The low IB diploma rates speak for themselves. What a disservice this program is to most students.[/quote]

+1. My kids are stuck with IB at our base school.  Most of the parents in our neighborhood prefer AP, but the lack of transportation and two working parents means AP transfers aren't really an option.[/quote]

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