Program Distinctives
Academic Excellence
Curriculum
The Upper School curriculum is a rigorous college preparatory program. The students share a common curriculum, ensuring a well-balanced academic background with a solid foundation in history, science, English, mathematics, languages (including Latin), Christian studies, fine arts, and physical education/health. A common curriculum encourages a powerful academic community with shared intellectual experiences. Students are able to make connections between subjects, as all students have taken the same courses and are able to relate new information to previous classes taken. There are opportunities for honors or Advanced Placement (AP) in certain subjects, and mathematics levels are assigned based on ability.
2009-2010 Upper School Course Catalog
Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
Students at Bear Creek have the opportunity to challenge themselves in areas of particular aptitude and passion by enrolling in several Advanced Placement courses. AP courses are Bear Creek courses taught by Bear Creek faculty, but content is guided by The College Board. AP courses culminate each May with a national examination in each subject area and students may earn college credit based on their exam score (typically a 3 or higher).
Advanced Placement Offerings and Exam Scores
Advanced Placement Q&A
