Announcements
New application and authorization process
As part of the ongoing work to align processes within the Americas region, we have developed a new application and authorization process that for all schools submitting application form part A in 2010 or later.
These changes are explained in detail in the new application process and fees documents for each programme located on the Americas website.
We would like to take this opportunity to highlight several important changes to the process:
For all three programmes:
- new application deadlines for both northern and southern hemisphere schools;
- introduction of a candidate fee payable annually that replaces all prior application fees (application form part A and part B fees and the continuation fee);
- and ongoing services of a consultant for all candidate schools.
For Primary Years and Middle Years Programmes:
- an increase in the minimum time between application part A and part B to 18 months;
- an increase in the remote consultant assignment time from one to two years with an additional honorarium;
- and changes to professional development requirements.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the IB support desk via email at iba@ibo.org or by phone at +1 212 696 4464, extension 1 for English and French language assistance or +54 11 4766 3900, extension 122 for Spanish language assistance.
Appointment of the Americas Middle Years Programme school services manager
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ted Williams as the new Middle Years Programme school services manager for the Americas region.
Mr. Williams comes to the IB from M.B. Lamar High Schools in Houston, Texas, USA where he was the MYP coordinator for the last five years. He brings over thirty years of educational experience to the position including tenure as a classroom teacher, football coach, dean of boys, assistant principal, MYP workshop leader, site visitor, consultant, field representative, moderator, and former MYP schools committee member.
Mr. Williams received his bachelor of arts degree from Anderson University and his master’s degree from Ball State University in educational administration and supervision. Both universities are located in Indiana, USA.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Williams to the IB.
