• GRANBY SP

  • About the Program

    Granby High School’s International Baccalaureate Programme has been authorized since 1997. This program is a two-year “academically challenging and balanced program” intended for juniors and seniors who desire in-depth scholastic preparation for college or university. “It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being of students.  The program has gained recognition and respect from the world’s leading universities.” (IBO) Students apply for our preparation program as rising 9th graders. Granby accepts 60 9th graders each year.

  • Requirements

    Tina LiGeneral Requirements (All high school programs)

    • Rising 9th grader and City of Norfolk resident
    • Positive attendance and discipline history*
    • Strong standardized test scores (must pass all 7th grade SOLs to be considered)
    • Three positive teacher recommendations (Math, English, and one additional teacher)

    *Extenuating circumstances may be considered. The application includes space for explanations of extenuating circumstances, as needed.

    Program-Specific Requirements

    • Minimum “B” average in 7th grade and first two quarters of 8th grade required
    • 1 high school credit in Algebra I. NOTE: Students in pre-algebra with 1 high school credit in a World Language AND another high school credit bearing course may apply
    • 1 high school credit in French, Latin, or Spanish. NOTE: Students with no World Language due to schedule conflicts may apply
    • 1 high school credit in science (preferred) 
    • Math entrance exam