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Upper School Course of Study

The curriculum of the Birch Wathen Lenox Upper School is designed to produce positive learning outcomes in the following areas: knowledge and understanding, critical thinking and investigation, creativity and appreciation of aesthetics, personal and social growth, and development of values. 

To meet the goals of the academic curriculum the following minimum graduation requirements have been established: 

  • English: 4 years including one Senior Elective
  • History: 3 years including the study of World History (2 year sequence) and U.S. History 
  • Mathematics: 3 years at high school level including Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II
  • Science: 3 years including Laboratory Sciences: Biology and Chemistry
  • Languages: 3 years of one language through Level III
  • Fine Arts: 2 years Art Grades 9 and 10, which includes Digital Photography, Studio Art, and Art History
  • Music & Performing Arts: 1 year Music course
  • Physical Education: 4 years including Health Education in Grade 10.

Elective Credits: 
Additional courses from academic and non-academic disciplines for a minimum of 6 courses each semester each year. Seniors with 3 or more AP courses may elect to only take 5 courses, but they must all be from academic disciplines.

Concentrations: 
BWL seniors can earn a concentration designation by completing a series of courses and engaging in experiential learning opportunities. Concentrations include the Arts, Environmental Studies, Robotics, STEM, Healthcare, Writing, Entrepreneurship, or Constructive Dialogue. Click here to learn more.

Explore BWL's Upper School Course of Study by grade level, subject, and program below. Click here for a downloadable and searchable Course of Study.

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