At BC High, we aim to nurture each young man as a whole person— head, heart, and hands.
At BC High, the student experience begins and ends with the heart. Every day, our boys are expected to have their hearts moved by their educational journey—whether in the classroom, on the field, or in any other setting. Our Jesuit spirituality is deeply accessible, rooted in relationships, context, and the stories that shape each individual. This commitment to drawing others into the sacred space between people allows us to educate for character and formation, helping students become individuals who strive to make the world a better place.
Being a Jesuit school means we value and celebrate each student’s unique story, using it as a vehicle for education. Our teachers, through their very presence and the passion they bring daily, model the importance of relationship and depth. At BC High, joining us means entering a community, a brotherhood where connections are fostered and nurtured. Our faculty go above and beyond, spending time with students before and after school to understand and support them fully. If, years after leaving BC High, our graduates are described as loving individuals with an enormous capacity to care and live their lives based on love, we know we have succeeded in our mission.
The house system at BC High further enhances this sense of community, providing smaller, supportive groups that ensure every student is known and cared for. Academic rigor and depth of learning are central to our program, preparing students not only for superior college outcomes but for lifelong intellectual engagement. Our Academic Resource Center, school and college counselors, heads of house, and advisors work together to provide comprehensive support, guiding each student through their academic and personal growth. This holistic approach ensures that every boy at BC High has the resources and mentorship needed to thrive both during their time here and beyond.
– Principal Adam Lewis, P'28, '30
My parents loved everything about BC High. They noticed that it was the perfect balance of athletics, education, diversity, opportunities. And so when I came in, I started to notice these things that my parents had seen. And when I started to tap into those certain spaces that my parents witnessed, I really got to see the magic of BC High."
The House System
In the Arrupe Division, BC High's Middle School, you learn by doing — by conducting experiments, working in groups, debating, role-playing, writing your own stories, and giving voice to your ideas.
College Counseling
As a BC High Eagle, you’ll be challenged with complex, relevant subject matter based on the classical roots shared by the world’s great leaders and thinkers.
Academics
In the Arrupe Division, BC High's Middle School, you learn by doing — by conducting experiments, working in groups, debating, role-playing, writing your own stories, and giving voice to your ideas.
Co-Curriculars
As a BC High Eagle, you’ll be challenged with complex, relevant subject matter based on the classical roots shared by the world’s great leaders and thinkers.
What Life Is Like for a BC High Student
The BC High student experience is about more than just classes, it's about helping each student grow into an outstanding individual. Whether you’re in the Arrupe Division for Middle School or attending our High School, you’ll find a place that supports you, challenges you, and helps you explore your interests.
The Centers of Human Excellence give students the opportunity to learn about leadership, service, innovation, and global awareness. Students can ask big questions, get involved in real-world experiences, and grow.
From middle school teams to high school varsity sports, students get to be active, try new sports, and learn what it means to be part of a team. We take athletics seriously, and students have the opportunity to grow, lead, and push themselves.
Creativity is valued at BC High. Students can enjoy visual arts, music, and acting or designing something digital from Grades 7–12. All students are encouraged to explore their creative side.
Plus, you don’t have to be an expert to join in. BC High arts helps students connect and express themselves at all skill levels.