So, you’ll be starting the DP soon. You’ve probably heard that it is either really difficult or is a breeze. Either ways, you might feel like you want to prepare yourself before the semester starts. In that case, here are some ideas you can consider to do to prepare for the DP over your break!

If you do the full diploma programme (DP) of the IB, CAS (aka Creativity, Activity, Service) is a mandatory part the IB requires from you over the course of your two years that you prepare for your IAs and exams. Here are some tips based on my experience on how to approach CAS and make it a less painful extra hassle you have to deal with later on.

Sometimes it’s difficult to make progress in your process journal. There were days where I used to be stumped for what to do and couldn’t think of anything. Maybe you have those days too. So, here are some prompts and suggestions for the days that you seem to be stuck, going nowhere.