Keller Williams Realty of Northern Colorado

by Joy Ferguson, Relocation Director

It was shortly after I moved here that I heard about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program in Colorado, and how actively involved Poudre High School was in the program. As someone who deals in relocation for individuals, companies and corporations, schools nearly always feature high on the list of interest.

I was privileged to be introduced to Ginny Carroll. Ginny is truly a dedicated educator and she kindly gave me some of her time to explain the program.

- A Conversation with Ginny -

Ginny, could you tell us a little about yourself, and what drew you to a career in Education? I am a Fort Collins native. I am committed to this community, which is one of the reasons I became a teacher. I want to help prepare students for their post-secondary lives, whether that is college or another path. I always knew that I wanted to be a teacher and my goal was to teach history in the IB Program at Poudre High School. I love history and want to share it with students.

Could you explain to our readers what the IB Program is? The IB Program is a rigorous academic program that emphasizes internationalism and strives to develop critical thinkers and well-rounded individuals. IB students at Poudre High School participate in whole school activities. As stated by the IB organization: “The International Baccalaureate Program aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the International Baccalaureate Organization works with schools, governments, and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.”

What is the profile of a student who would most benefit from the IB Program? All students can benefit from the IB Program, especially motivated, curious, interested students. Students take a variety of courses, learn about many cultures, and are involved in the community. For more information on the IB Program at Poudre High School you can go to http://phs.psdschools.org/international-baccalaureate.

Ginny has been at Poudre High School for 9 years. She obtained both her Undergraduate Degree and Masters at Colorado State University. The courses she teaches include 9th Grade IB World History and Geography, 11th Grade IB History of the Americas, American Humanities and Asian Humanities. She serves on the Board of Project Self Sufficiency, is Past-President of the Junior League of Fort Collins, serves as a member of the Women’s Commission for the City of Fort Collins, and has just received the Impala Award – a staff member to staff member recognition.

In her spare time Ginny likes to travel and spend time with her family and friends.

Thanks so much Ginny. An educator who absolutely loves what she does!

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Joy Ferguson Relocation Director  Keller Williams Realty of Northern Colorado 2580 E Harmony Rd, #301 Fort Collins, CO 80528 JoyFerguson@kwnoco.com (970) 576-5418

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