CAS

Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS)

aims to provide a counterbalance to the academic rigor of the IB Program. Students participate in a range of activities falling within

seven learning outcomes

and must complete and reflect on the 150 hour requirement (50 hours creativity, 50 hours activity, 50 hours service).

What does CAS mean?

Creativity -

exploring and extending

ideas leading to an original or

interpretive product or performance

Activity -

physical exertion contributing

to a healthy lifestyle

Service -

collaborative and reciprocal

engagement with the community

in response to an authentic need

Examples of CAS Activities

Sports (A)

Music Lessons (C)

Volunteering (S)

Art & Photography (C)

Drama & Choir (C)

Band & Orchestra (C)

Outdoor Activities (A)

Various Clubs (CAS)

AND SO MUCH MORE!

CAS Learning Outcomes

Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth
Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process
Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience
Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experiences
Demonstrate skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively
Demonstrate engagement with issues of global significance
Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions

Please note that CAS activities go beyond any typical classroom work and must approved by the IB Coordinator.

*CAS hours CANNOT be counted until July between your sophomore and junior year