Melissa ISD Implementation Proposal for International Baccalaureate (IB)

Melissa ISD is proud to announce that they have received authorization to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma at Melissa High School beginning in the fall of 2025. 

District International Baccalaureate (IB) Mission Statement

Melissa ISD International Baccalaureate (IB) Programmes will develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who are prepared to lead in the development of a better future. Whether through challenging and rewarding programs in academics, athletics, or the arts, each student will be encouraged to cultivate their highest potential. As part of the Cardinal family, it is our goal to listen to one another with respect and inspire one another with integrity, loyalty, honesty, humility, and hope every day.

Program Development

The IB Diploma Programme brings enhanced educational opportunities for all Melissa ISD students.  

The development of the IB Diploma Programme at Melissa Schools began in February 2021 as part of the district’s Vision 2034 strategic planning initiative, which included an IB focus group made up of parents, teachers, and school administrators. Over the course of nine months, IB training began for campus principals, teachers, and counselors.

The process of authorization can take several years, and we are proud to announce that Melissa High School is now authorized to offer the IB Diploma Programme.  MYP Candidacy is underway at Melissa Middle School/Sixth Grade Center.

The ultimate goal is for Melissa ISD to become an IB-accredited public school district, with programmes available at all levels.  Please continue to look for updates on additional developments.

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Contacts:

Nancy Perdomo
nperdomo@melissaisd.org
972-837-2411

Eydie Simpson
MYP Coordinator
eydiesimpson@melissaisd.org

Jonathan Wheeler
DP Coordinator
jonathanwheeler@melissaisd.org

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Middle Years Programme (MYP)

Melissa Middle School is a candidate school* for the MYP. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy- a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education- that we believe is important for our students. *Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.

For further information about the IB and its programmes visit http://www.ibo.org.

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Melissa High School

Designation as IB World School: Dec. 2024

Jonathan Wheeler, DP Coordinator
jonathanwheeler@melissaisd.org

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What is the Diploma Programme?

The IB Diploma Programme (DP) is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepares students, aged 16 to 19, for success at university and life beyond. It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being of students. The programme has gained recognition and respect from the world’s leading universities.

Upcoming Important Dates:

  • Monday, April 14 at 6 PM - Final Opportunity! Mandatory IB parent meeting for current students who intend to take the full IB Diploma Programme or individual courses in the fall. This is for current students and families who have not yet attended an IB information meeting.

  • Monday, April 21 - Final application deadline for current students. All applications for either full IB Diploma or individual courses are due by close of business to the IB Office A139.

  • Monday, August 11 at 6PM - IB parent meeting for students new to Melissa ISD. This meeting is for all families new to Melissa ISD who have a student who will be a junior in the fall of 2025 who intends to take an individual IB course or the full Diploma Programme.