Instructional Model

BCSC Pre-K to High School Vision

Kindergarten-5th grade (Kindergarten will continue with the full immersion model with increased Mandarin Literacy during the 2024-2025 school year; First grade will transition to the full immersion model during the 2024-2025 school year)

  • 50% of the instructional day in Mandarin (grades 2-5 during the 2024-2025 school year)
  • 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