Instructional Model

BCSC Pre-K to High School Vision

Kindergarten-5th grade (Continue with the full immersion model with increased Mandarin Literacy during the 2025-2026 school year; Second grade will transition to the full immersion model during the 2025-2026 school year)

  • Full immersion with increased Mandarin Literacy – Students have one homeroom, Mandarin teacher; Models differ slightly in grades 3 and above.
  • Allied Arts (art, music, library & PE) in English
  • Mandarin: Math, Science & Mandarin Language Arts
  • English: Social Studies, Math Reinforcement & English/Language Arts

Grades 6-8

  • 2 class periods in Mandarin (Mandarin and a content subject such as Social Studies or Science)
  • Camps in China

High School

  • AP Mandarin courses specifically designed for Immersion students
  • Study Abroad