INTRODUCING CAS

To give you an idea of what is expected of IB CAS students, consider it as being an ongoing `project´, not in the form of a class but rather an individual progress journal. You do not need to do anything spectacular or extraordinary; the goal is to learn a new skill or to engage with your surroundings, other people or an issue you came across, and then reflect on this and your performance. Also note that CAS can be something you are already doing outside of school. In that case, it is important to provide evidence of your performance before starting CAS, and then show a continuous improvement and effort.

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In each of the three categories (creativity, activity, service), you need to have an outome. For creativity, this should be a creative product. Activity and service often do not have such an outcome, which means that your reflective process is more important. Additionally, students must complete at least one long-term project that is complex and allows you to show, for example, leadership, communication or time management and organisational skills. CAS is assessed by your coordinator and must be passed in order for you to achieve your IB diploma.