IB (International Baccalaureate) (información en español) 

The goals of the IB curriculum are to develop students into adults who are confident, critical, and independent thinkers with a global perspective. IB seeks to be a transformational form of education focused on individual learner profiles and centers learning on problem solving and real world, global challenges. Students develop world language and intercultural communication skills. At the high school level, students engage in classical studies, philosophical inquiry, artist experiences, extended research, and community service hours as part of a rigorous academic course of study. Peer reviewed research suggests that students who attend IB programs have more developed critical thinking skills, global awareness, and are more likely to successfully attend college. These results are especially pronounced for students from a low socioeconomic background. IB diplomas and course credits are accepted in over 5,000 universities in more than 100 countries. Learn more about International Baccalaureate here: https://www.ibo.org/ 

Elementary Schools 

Burton Magnet Elementary School

Entry Grade: Kindergarten

Lottery zones: Southeast and Southwest  view zones

Procedure for those in attendance zone: No lottery required

Sibling Priority: YES

Transportation: Regional only Southeast and Southwest view zones

Contact for program questions: Amy Sanchez (amy_sanchez@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3908 x78469 

E.K. Powe Elementary School

Entry Grade: Kindergarten

Lottery zones: North, Central, and East Regions view zones

Procedure for those in attendance zone: No lottery required 

Sibling Priority: YES

Transportation: Regional only: North, Central, and East Regions view zones

Contact for program questions: Tya Tyrrell (tya_tyrrell@dpsnc.net) (919) 560-3963 

Middle Schools 

James E. Shepard Magnet Middle School

Lottery Zone: District-wide

Procedure for those in attendance zone: No lottery required

Transportation: District-wide

Sports: School has its own competitive teams

Sibling Priority: Multiples only

Other priority seating: Rising 6th grade students from Burton and EK Powe Elementary have lottery priority if selected as first choice. 

Contact for program questions: Yolanda Williams (yolandaj_williams@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3938 ext.38235 

High Schools 

Hillside High School IB Program

Lottery Zone: District-wide (students districted for Hillside must enter the lottery for the IB program)

Sibling Priority: NONE

Transportation: District-wide

Sports: School has its own competitive teams

Other priority seating: Rising 9th graders from Shepard Middle School 

Contact for program questions: Keshetta Henderson (keshetta_henderson@dpsnc.net) 919-560-3925 x25315