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WINDSOR MILL MAGNET PROGRAM

International Baccalaureate

Connecting learning to high school, college, and future careers.

Windsor Mill students develop the thinking, communication, research, collaboration, self-management, and problem-solving skills they need to succeed in high school, college, careers, and an increasingly connected world.

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EXPLORE
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THINK
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CREATE
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CONNECT
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BECOME
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE AT WMMS

Learning With Purpose

Windsor Mill Middle School is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Middle Years Programme framework.

Students are challenged to ask meaningful questions, investigate authentic problems, communicate ideas, consider multiple perspectives, collaborate with others, and apply their learning beyond the classroom.

THE WINDSOR MILL DIFFERENCE

Learning Should Lead Somewhere.

Students connect academics to real-world challenges, career fields, future high school coursework, and the skills they will need beyond middle school.

CLASSROOM → CAREER

Where Could Your Learning Take You?

International Baccalaureate skills connect across industries. Students begin seeing how what they learn today can become the foundation for what they do tomorrow.

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Science, Technology & Engineering

Analyze evidence, test ideas, identify patterns, design solutions, and communicate findings.

ENGINEERING · MEDICINE · COMPUTER SCIENCE · RESEARCH
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Business & Entrepreneurship

Collaborate, evaluate information, communicate ideas, understand audiences, and solve authentic problems.

BUSINESS · MARKETING · FINANCE · ENTREPRENEURSHIP
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Communication, Law & Media

Research perspectives, build arguments, communicate clearly, present ideas, and connect with different audiences.

LAW · MEDIA · JOURNALISM · PUBLIC RELATIONS
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Leadership & Human Services

Understand perspectives, collaborate across differences, identify needs, and develop meaningful solutions.

EDUCATION · PSYCHOLOGY · PUBLIC SERVICE · SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Global Careers

Build cultural awareness, understand multiple perspectives, communicate across cultures, and investigate global challenges.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS · GOVERNMENT · LANGUAGE · GLOBAL STUDIES
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Design & Creative Industries

Imagine possibilities, develop concepts, respond to feedback, and create solutions for authentic audiences and needs.

DESIGN · ARCHITECTURE · DIGITAL MEDIA · CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
8TH GRADE CAREER CONNECTION

From IB Learner to Future Professional

In 8th grade, students will work with Mr. Jackson, Magnet Coordinator on career-focused Business projects that allow them to put the IB Learner Profile into action.

Students will research career pathways, collaborate, design projects, communicate professionally, solve authentic problems, and prepare for the expectations of high school Business coursework.

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Explore Careers

Investigate industries, professions, educational pathways, and the skills needed for different careers.

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Think Like Business Leaders

Examine audiences, needs, decisions, products, services, and real-world business challenges.

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Communicate Professionally

Strengthen presentation, collaboration, research, writing, and professional communication skills.

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Prepare for High School

Build the independence, confidence, and foundational business skills students can carry into high school.

THE WMMS PROGRESSION

From Exploration to Opportunity

GRADE 6

EXPLORE

Discover interests, strengths, perspectives, and possibilities.

GRADE 7

CONNECT

Connect academic learning and IB skills to authentic challenges and career fields.

GRADE 8

CREATE

Complete career-connected Business projects with Mr. Jackson and prepare for high school coursework.

HIGH SCHOOL

SPECIALIZE

Continue into Business, magnet, CTE, IB, advanced academic, and career pathway opportunities.

FUTURE-READY SKILLS

Skills That Travel With You

Critical Thinking Communication Collaboration Research Problem Solving Creativity Leadership Global Awareness Self-Management
WHO WE ARE BECOMING

The IB Learner Profile

International Baccalaureate develops more than academic knowledge. Students build the habits, character, confidence, and global awareness needed to become thoughtful learners, leaders, and problem-solvers.

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Inquirers

Ask questions, investigate ideas, and develop curiosity about the world.

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Knowledgeable

Build understanding across subjects and explore important local and global ideas.

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Thinkers

Think critically and creatively to solve problems and make thoughtful decisions.

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Communicators

Express ideas confidently and collaborate effectively with others.

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Principled

Act with integrity, honesty, fairness, responsibility, and respect.

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Open-Minded

Value different perspectives, cultures, experiences, and ways of thinking.

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Caring

Show empathy, compassion, and commitment to making a positive difference.

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Risk-Takers

Approach challenges with courage, independence, and confidence.

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Balanced

Understand the importance of intellectual, physical, and emotional well-being.

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Reflective

Think about experiences, recognize strengths, and identify opportunities for growth.

OUR POSITIVE PLEDGE

As an International Baccalaureate Student, I Will...

Our pledge connects the IB Learner Profile to the habits, confidence, and purpose we want Windsor Mill students to develop.

DESIGN PROJECTS
BE ORGANIZED
SELF-MANAGE
IDENTIFY MY STRENGTHS
THRIVE
INSPIRE
MY VISION
EXCEL
THE WINDSOR MILL DIFFERENCE
Know your strengths. Build your vision.
Prepare for what comes next.
LEARNING IN ACTION

From Ideas to Impact

International Baccalaureate learning gives students opportunities to take what they know and do something meaningful with it.

8TH GRADE EXPERIENCE

The IB Community Project

In 8th grade, students bring their learning together through the International Baccalaureate Community Project.

Students investigate an issue or need, conduct research, develop a plan, take action, communicate their results, and reflect on their learning.

HOW STUDENTS WORK
Investigate Research Plan Collaborate Create Present Reflect
CAREER CONNECTIONS IN ACTION

See What Students Can Create

Explore the kinds of career investigations, presentations, projects, and authentic challenges students can experience.

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BUSINESS + ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Develop a Business Idea

Students identify a need, define an audience, develop a product or service, and communicate their idea through a professional presentation.

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CAREER EXPLORATION

Investigate a Future Career

Students explore career requirements, education pathways, professional skills, and how their strengths connect to possible future careers.

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PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

Pitch + Present

Students practice public speaking, professional communication, visual presentation design, evidence-based reasoning, and responding to questions.

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COMMUNITY + GLOBAL IMPACT

Solve an Authentic Problem

Students investigate issues that affect communities, examine different perspectives, and design thoughtful responses or solutions.

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HIGH SCHOOL READINESS

Build a Future Pathway

Students connect their interests and strengths to high school courses, magnet programs, Business pathways, and longer-term college and career possibilities.

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WHAT COMES NEXT?

Middle School Is the Beginning

Windsor Mill
IB Middle Years Programme
Grade 8 Career Projects
Business Preparation with Mr. Jackson
High School
Business + Magnet + Advanced Pathways
College + Career
Future Opportunities
DISCOVER YOUR PATH

Explore the Windsor Mill Magnet Experience

Learn more about International Baccalaureate, career-connected learning, magnet applications, assessment guidelines, and opportunities available to Windsor Mill students.

Magnet Program Information International Baccalaureate
MAGNET PROGRAM CONTACT
Mr. Jackson
Magnet Coordinator
✉ [email protected]
Windsor Mill Middle School
443-809-2832