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A young man, wearing a red and black letterman jacket, sits on steps outside a building, smiling at the camera. The jacket has "L" and "23" embroidered on it.

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Harry, International Baccalaureate (IB)

Lincoln Public Schools

April 3, 2025

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement.

High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone. 

The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation. 

Read how senior Harry used the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Lincoln High to Launch at LPS in this Q&A. 

Name: Harry

Grade: 12

Home High School: Lincoln High

Focus Program: International Baccalaureate (IB)

Why did you choose the IB Program?

I knew IB would build a community that pushes me every day to be my best self – in and out of the classroom.

How did the IB Program change your high school experience?

IB has given me relationships with truly exceptional individuals I never would've had the chance to grow with. IB additionally emphasizes the significance of exploring passions outside of the program. This has opened me up to the Lincoln High culture, and given me experience in a number of athletics, clubs, ensembles and student groups. 

What is the greatest lesson you learned from the IB Program? Why?

IB has grounded me in self-advocacy. From my proudest successes to humbling moments, this experience has taught me to ask for help when I need it.

How did the IB Program help you reach your graduation goals?

This program builds a support system to guide you every step of the way. These figures have an honest and clear passion for what they do, forming person-to-person relationships with all students involved.

What are your post-graduation plans?

I plan to attend the University of Michigan for biological sciences.

How did the IB Program help prepare you for those post-graduation plans? 

IB places an emphasis on a well-rounded education. In getting in-depth, advanced experience in six separate subject groups, I have constructed a basis of knowledge that will allow me to thrive in whatever classroom setting I find myself in.

How did the IB Program help prepare you for the future?

As a truly unique network of learners worldwide, IB has been an opportunity to explore my identity in a global context. This program is a basis of connection for students like myself to bridge a curricular divide across the world.

What would your advice be to younger students considering joining your focus program? Why?

I could not recommend IB higher for students looking to take a risk and foster their personal growth. The unique set of resources, teachers, staff and students this program brings together has allowed me and many others to grow educationally, socially and personally.

What are you most thankful about this experience? Why?

I am incredibly grateful for the people this program has surrounded me with. I've met students who will put others’ success before their own. I've met the most passionate teachers I've had in my academic career.

Congratulations, Harry! We wish you the best in your future endeavors. We are thankful our educators could help you Launch at LPS!

Choose your passion. Choose your community. Choose your future with LPS Focus Programs. 

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