Each phase has different activities and steps involved.  More information on the activities in each phase can be found in the Information for Prospective Schools Packet or the Guidelines for Authorization.  If SOMA decides to implement the program, costs would be incurred as early as 2006 for teacher training and staff planning.

Possible Timeline for the Diploma Program

Phase	Duration	Events
Investigation	September 2005 to June 2006	Investigate and make decision on whether to offer program
Planning	September 2006 to June 2007	Submit Letter of Intent (September) and Application for Authorization (May)
Applicant	September 2007 to June 2008	Receive authorization visit from IB
Authorization	September 2008 to June 2009	Begin offering IB Diploma courses and exams

Possible Timeline for the Middle Years Program

Phase	Duration	Events
Investigation	September 2005 to June 2006	Investigate and make decision on whether to offer program and begin training and implementation
Planning	September 2006 to June 2007	Submit Part A of the Application (May) and continue implementation
Implementation	September 2007 to June 2008	Submit Part B (June)
Applicant	September 2008 to June 2009	Receive authorization visit from IB
Authorization	September 2009 to June 2010	Begin offering MYP courses and moderation