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CAS Timelines and Portfolio Templates
The CAS journey is most successful when students approach it with organization, reflection, and steady progress over time. To support this process, students will use structured timelines and portfolio templates to document their experiences and ensure that all seven CAS Learning Outcomes are met.
High School CAS Timeline & Milestones
Timeline Period
Milestone / Task
Start of Year
- Attend CAS introductory sessions and orientations.
- Begin meeting with CAS Supervisor (individual check-in).
- Complete Initial Self-Review.
- Upload CAS ideas and first reflections to the portfolio system.
Term 1
- Engage in a variety of CAS activities across Creativity, Activity, and Service.
- Regularly post reflections and evidence in portfolio.
- Log in/update portfolio at least every two weeks.
- Supervisor check-in mid-term.
Term 2 Start
- Confirm balance across CAS strands.
- Prepare for semester break reflections.
- Ensure sustained engagement during holidays if applicable (e.g., service projects or CAS enhancements).
Mid-Year
- Participate in mid-program reflections/interviews with CAS Coordinator or Supervisor.
- Evaluate progress toward the 7 Learning Outcomes and plan interim goals.
Term 3
- Complete at least one sustained CAS project (ongoing or completed).
- Mid-program advisor meeting to discuss CAS project status.
- Continue regular reflections and documentation.
Spring Break
- Encourage reflection on achievements and challenges to date.
- Revise plans for the final term with renewed clarity and purpose.
Term 4 Start
- Begin finalizing CAS project(s) and compile evidence.
- Prepare for final CAS presentation or submission.
- Final reflection writing and documentation.
End of Year
- Deliver CAS presentation or interview showcasing the achievement of all 7 outcomes.
- CAS Coordinator verifies completion and signs off program.
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CAS Portfolio:
The Three Assessments
Your CAS Portfolio is the record of your personal journey through the IB Diploma’s Creativity, Activity, Service program. It is built around three key parts:
Profile
Your starting point. Introduce who you are, your interests, strengths, and areas for growth. Set your initial goals and vision for CAS.
Experiences
The heart of your portfolio. For each activity or project, include your planning phase (investigation and preparation), the actions you took, challenges you faced, and reflections on your learning. This shows how you moved from an idea to real impact.
Evidences
Your proof of engagement and growth. Photos, journals, videos, supervisor comments, or artifacts that connect directly to your experiences and demonstrate the learning outcomes achieved.