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This Creativity, Action and Service guide supports students in the completion of the CAS requirements at ISU.

CAS- Creativity, Activity, Service

CAS is your opportunity to step away from the textbooks and learn by doing. It’s about balancing your academic life by trying new things, moving your body, and connecting with your community. This is where you get to pursue that hobby you’ve always been curious about, join a team and feel the rush of a shared goal, or lend your skills to a cause you truly believe in.

Over the next 18 months, you won't just be collecting hours; you'll be collecting experiences. You'll build confidence, develop real-world skills that universities and employers are looking for (think collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership), and maybe even surprise yourself with what you're capable of.

 

What is CAS?

CAS is a core element of the IB Diploma Programme, designed to extend your learning beyond the classroom. It is a framework for experiential learning that revolves around three essential strands:

  • Creativity: Exploring your creative side and expressing yourself in new ways. This can be anything from learning an instrument or joining a theatre production to coding a website or starting a podcast.
  • Activity: Getting active and focusing on a healthy lifestyle. This isn’t just about being a star athlete. It’s about challenging yourself physically, whether that’s through hiking, joining a dance class, or learning yoga.
  • Service: Engaging with your community to make a positive difference. Service is about working collaboratively with others to address a genuine need, showing that you can be a compassionate and responsible global citizen.

You are required to demonstrate a sustained commitment over 18 months with a balance of experiences across all three strands.

 

 

How to use Managebac to build your CAS portfolio

Video tutorial: What is CAS?