The primary objective of the IB program is to provide a world-class education that prepares students with the intellectual, social, and critical perspectives necessary for college and beyond. The rigorous curriculum, the original research requirement, and the service component are designed to produce well-rounded and well-educated citizens who can read and think critically, write persuasively, speak articulately, and manage extremely demanding schedules. Nease IB students manage to balance a challenging academic program with service, athletic, creative and leadership activities, and are consistently recognized for their energy and enthusiasm.

Being an RHS IB Student means:

• Challenging and exciting classes, focusing on writing, thinking, communicating, and experimenting;

• Rigorous and comprehensive education based on a global perspective;

• A commitment to community and human welfare;

• High standard of teaching required by the IB program;

• Possibility of entering college with advanced standing, enhances the student’s chances of admittance;

• High expectations of students and development of full academic potential in all areas of study;

• Participation in a community of scholars;

• Opportunity to earn a universally recognized, world-class credential;

• Emphasizes the philosophy of applied knowledge rather than mere book learning;

• Appreciation of Cultural Perspectives

• Raising of Educational Standards/High Expectations

• Compete in International Arena and Universally Recognized

• Participate in sports, clubs, and community service activities.  We have IB students who are football players, cheerleaders, volleyball players, soccer players, cross country and track runners, etc.  Our IB students are represented across many academic and social clubs at our school, and they are involved in chorus, band, and theater.