International Baccalaureate

West Ottawa High School is proud to offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme—an internationally recognized educational experience respected by top colleges and universities around the globe.

Designed for juniors and seniors, the IB Diploma Programme challenges students to grow both academically and personally. Participants engage in rigorous coursework across six subject areas while also completing the program’s core components: Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS); Theory of Knowledge (TOK); and the Extended Essay.

Through this comprehensive and globally focused curriculum, IB students develop a deep and broad understanding of the world, preparing them to thrive beyond high school – making them College, Career, and Life Ready!