Project Context:
Challenge: Public charter middle school seeks to differentiate its program by becoming an IB MYP accredited school, requiring a new pedagogical approach and curriculum overhaul.
Project Duration: 8 Months
Measurable Goals:
Implement a comprehensive MYP curriculum adapted to district standards with completion of curriculum documents.
Train teachers obtaining and providing training materials and workshops to effectively deliver the MYP curriculum.
Achieve authorization from the IBO: Complete a self-study report and successfully undergo the authorization visit.
Successful Outcomes:
Achieved authorization as an IB MYP World School on February 2017.
MYP curriculum implementation in designated grades/subjects.
Completed self-study report meeting IBO standards through collaborative effort.
Positive stakeholder feedback on the MYP program.
Challenges & Lessons Learned:
Adapting MYP to existing district curriculum and standards.
Equipping and encouraging new teachers with MYP skills.
Project Scope:
Deliverables:
MYP curriculum documents
Teacher training materials
Assessment plan and tools
Self-study report
IBO authorization
Milestones:
Needs assessment completion
MYP team established
Implementation plan finalized
Curriculum development
Teacher training completion
Self-study report submission
Successful IBO authorization visit
Exclusions:
Ongoing curriculum updates
Professional development beyond initial training
School infrastructure upgrades
MYP program marketing
Project Planning & Execution:
Methodology: Phased Approach with Agile principles for flexibility.
Team Structure:
IB MYP Implementation Project Manager
Steering Committee (strategic direction)
MYP Implementation Team (curriculum & training)
Risk Management:
Potential risks: curriculum development delays, teacher training challenges, or IBO requirement changes.
Mitigation plan: alternative curriculum strategies, additional training sessions, and clear communication with the IBO.
Schedule & Budget:
Defined milestones with budget allocation for each phase.
Costs include curriculum development, training materials, self-study report preparation, and potential IBO visit expenses.
Regular monitoring and adjustments as needed.
Communication Plan:
Stakeholders: School administration, teachers, parents, students, and the IBO.
Channels: Meetings, workshops, email, newsletters, project website (if applicable).
Frequency & Content: Tailored communication for each stakeholder group.
Emphasis: Clear updates, progress reports, challenges, and opportunities for feedback.
Metrics & KPIs:
Teacher participation in MYP training.
Student engagement and satisfaction surveys/focus groups.
Student performance in MYP assessments.
Enrollment numbers after authorization.
Impact & Benefits:
Enhanced curriculum and student learning experience.
Improved teacher professional development.
Enhanced school reputation and wider student appeal.
Fostered collaboration among teachers, parents, and students.
Conclusion & Recommendations:
Achieved authorization as an IB MYP World School on February 19, 2017.
Positive feedback highlights the program's initial success.
Recommendations:
Regular curriculum review cycle to ensure alignment with student needs and IBO requirements.
Ongoing professional development for teachers.
Foster a school culture embracing the MYP philosophy.
Explore expanding the program to other grades/subjects.
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