<p>“For two years, or even four, just take the APs.” - I disagree. There are many pros/cons to IB. But for my kids that was a good fit… the 4 years (incl 2 years pre-IB), it was an incredible experience.</p>
<p>I do agree that IB is all about the learning. The student speakers at info meetings pointed out that IB credits were just part of the picture (sometimes a full year of credit at state flagship, but sometimes not available at all). What they really enjoyed the challanges and the interesting class discussions. </p>
<p>The IB programs draw many of the top students from the hs. Or in case of district magnet IB hs… from all of the district hs. That can be good and bad, but that’s how it often works.</p>