Welcoming
Grade 6
at BC High
Start Earlier. Grow Stronger.
Choosing the right middle school is about more than academics, it’s about who your son will become.
Beginning in Fall 2027, Boston College High School will welcome grade six, expanding to grades 6–12. This new entry point allows students to begin earlier in our community which is known for academic excellence and formation of young men of competence, conscience, and compassion.
BC High is intentionally designing a grade six experience that supports both academic growth and personal formation, helping boys build the habits, values, and confidence that shape their future.
A Strong Foundation:
Challenging Academics and Intentional Formation
Grade six is a pivotal time in a boy’s development, when skills take shape, confidence grows, and values begin to guide decisions.
At BC High, our grade six program will be intentionally designed for middle school boys, balancing academic rigor with personal formation. Students will:
- Build strong academic skills and critical thinking habits
- Develop responsibility, organization, and independence
- Grow in confidence within a structured, supportive environment
- Engage in reflection and formation practices that build self-awareness
- Explore new interests through curiosity and discovery
At BC High, formation is not separate from academics, it is woven into how students learn, grow, and become young men of competence, conscience, and compassion.
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A Community That Knows Your Son
The Arrupe Division provides a supportive environment where each student is known and guided.
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Small classes and dedicated faculty
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Strong advisory program focused on the whole person
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A values-driven community rooted in Jesuit tradition
Confidence, Character, Belonging
Growth happens through experience.
Students build confidence, develop resilience, and form lasting friendships through academics, athletics, co-curriculars, and community life. With a focus on participation and teamwork, every boy is encouraged and supported to explore his interests and find his place.
One Path:
Grades 6 - 12.
Starting in grade six provides a clear and consistent journey through BC High.
Students benefit from:
- A full three-year middle school experience
- Fewer transitions and greater stability
- Strong preparation for the academic, formation, and leadership opportunities
A Community That Knows Your Son
The Arrupe Division provides a supportive environment where each student is known and guided.
- Small classes and dedicated faculty
- Strong advisory program focused on the whole person
- A values-driven community rooted in Jesuit tradition
Confidence, Character, Belonging
Growth happens through experience.
Students build confidence, develop resilience, and form lasting friendships through academics, athletics, co-curriculars, and community life. With a focus on participation and teamwork, every boy is encouraged and supported to explore his interests and find his place.
One Path: Grades 6 - 12.
Starting in grade six provides a clear and consistent journey through BC High.
Students benefit from:
- A full three-year middle school experience
- Fewer transitions and greater stability
- Strong preparation for the academic, formation, and leadership opportunities
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Have Questions?
Trevor would be happy to connect with families interested in learning more about Grade 6 at BC High. Whether you are exploring the next step for your son or simply want to learn more about the program, please feel free to reach out.
Email: tadams@bchigh.edu
Meet Trevor Adams
Assistant Head, Arrupe Middle School
Trevor Adams joins BC High as Assistant Head of the Arrupe Middle School, bringing extensive experience as a middle school educator and leader. As BC High expands the Arrupe Middle School to include Grade 6, Trevor will help shape a program designed specifically for young adolescent boys, combining the school's Jesuit mission with a thoughtful and engaging middle school experience.
Trevor believes sixth grade is a pivotal year in a young person's development. It is a time when students begin building the academic habits, confidence, independence, and character that will guide them throughout their educational journey. His approach focuses on creating a community where every student is known, challenged, and supported.
Grounded in the Jesuit value of cura personalis, or care for the whole person, Trevor is committed to helping students grow as learners and as young men of character. Through strong relationships, intentional support, and meaningful opportunities for leadership, Grade 6 students will be prepared to thrive at BC High and beyond.
Q&A with Trevor Adams
Why is sixth grade such an important year?
"Sixth grade is a major transition point for students. It is when boys begin developing greater independence and the habits that will shape their success in the years ahead. We want students to strengthen essential skills like organization, time management, note-taking, collaboration, and self-advocacy while also discovering their strengths and passions."
What makes the Grade 6 experience at BC High unique?
"BC High offers something special: the opportunity for boys to learn in a community built around relationships, belonging, and purpose. Our goal is to create a sixth grade experience that recognizes the needs of middle school boys while connecting them to the larger BC High community and Jesuit tradition."
What can families expect their sons to experience at BC High?
"Families can expect their sons to be known and supported by caring faculty who challenge them to grow. Students will be part of a community that encourages curiosity, confidence, compassion, and leadership while providing the academic foundation they need to succeed in middle school and beyond."
Preparing for Grade 6 in Fall 2027
BC High is actively developing the grade six program with intention and care, rooted in our Jesuit values. To learn more about our grade six program and upcoming events, please complete this form.
