Upper School Curricular Highlights

Innovative Learning at BWL

At Birch Wathen Lenox, we believe education is a constantly evolving process—one that responds to the issues of today while preparing students to shape the world of tomorrow. Guided by this philosophy, we are continually evaluating our curriculum and creating new opportunities for students to engage with the modern world.

Our Upper School offers a range of distinctive, thought-provoking courses that set us apart from other independent schools. These courses encourage students to think critically, express themselves creatively, and explore complex ideas from multiple perspectives.

Featured Courses

• Banned Books
• Principles of International Relations
• Honors Poetry of Identity & Dissent
• Honors Creative Writing & Poetry: Portfolio
• Rhetoric and Reason
• Advanced Seminar: Research in the Humanities
• Advanced Seminar: Democracy & Dissent
• History of Totalitarianism
• Post-AP Computer Science: Python Applications
• Post-AP Spanish: Inquiry & Research in Hispanic Culture