The IBSOM Mission

IBSOM formed to support schools in Michigan throughout the IB application process, to share our IB expertise, and to create an environment conducive to the continued growth of our students.

Furthermore, IBSOM strives to:
  • Promote equity and access to IB programmes for all students
  • Raise awareness to spur legislative action in support of the IB and our work with students
  • Serve as a liaison between IBSOM schools and the MI Department of Education
  • Offer symposia and informative sessions on a variety of topics concerning the PYP, MYP, DP and CP
  • Continue to develop the learner profile attributes within our schools
  • Collaborate with other associations of IB World Schools


​About the International Baccalaureate

IB aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the IB works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.