Bellevue Christian School

Bellevue Christian School (BCS) is a private nondenominational preschool-Grade 12 1A Christian school located in Clyde Hill, Washington, in the United States. BCS is a member of the Northwest Association of Independent Schools and is a part of the Nisqually League, a high school athletic conference located in the greater Seattle Area. The school was founded in 1950 [1] by brothers Dr. Albert and Joseph Greene. Since its inception, the student population at Bellevue Christian School has grown from nine students to over 900 students.[2]

Bellevue Christian School
Address
1701 98th Avenue Northeast

Clyde Hill
,
Washington

United States
Information
TypeIndependent
Established1950
GradesPre-school-12
Enrollment900
CampusSuburban
Color(s)Blue and White
MascotVikings
Websitebellevuechristian.org

Affiliation

Bellevue Christian School is an independent Christian school. The school body represents a denomminationally-diverse range of more than 160 congregations.

History

Founded by brothers, Albert and Joseph Greene in 1950, BCS has grown to serve approximately 900 students on three campuses. The school's mission statement is To prepare young people to live faithfully for God in a rapidly changing world with the ability to understand, evaluate, and transform their world from the foundation of God’s unchanging values. Vision: Preparing young people to live faithfully for God.[3]

Locations
  • The Central Office, Junior High/Senior High campus is located in Clyde Hill.
  • Three Points Campus Preschool and Elementary is in nearby Medina.
  • Mack Campus Preschool and Elementary is in Woodinville.

Academics

Bellevue Christian School is approved by the State of Washington and accredited by Christian Schools International and the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (NAAS).

The high school academic program includes AP classes in English, World and U.S. history, Calculus (AB and BC), Biology, Physics, Spanish and Studio Art. BCS is noted for its music program, which includes three choirs and three bands , including a symphonic wind ensemble, jazz band, and select Choir . Alumni attend a variety of universities including Ivy League Schools, Military Academies, State Schools, Christian schools, and Community Colleges.

Co-Curricular Activities

BCS is a member of the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) [4] and participates in the Nisqually League.[5] BCS offers sixteen different high school varsity sports (9 boys, 7 girls) including baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, track, volleyball, and wrestling.[6] A number of JV sports teams are available as well.[7] In addition, high school students can participate in a fall or spring play.[8] At the junior high level, all sports are no-cut, ensuring all students have an opportunity to participate in the sport of their choice.

Current Enrollment (2018)
  • High School - 368
  • Junior High - 145
  • Total Elementary - 360
  • Total Preschool - 124

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Distinctives

Students, teachers, parents and administrators are encouraged to practice servant leadership according to Jesus' teachings. Conflict resolution follows the model found in Matthew 18 where community members are encouraged to seek personal reconciliation rather than simply appealing to school administrators as a first step. BCS aims to keep tuition relatively affordable by local standards so that it can serve whole families and remain accessible to a range of families. Students do not submit test scores in the admission process, since the school philosophy stresses the giftedness of all students, not just those who achieve high test scores. BCS offers Special Academic Services (SAS) to students who need help in strengthening their learning skills and equipping them with processing tools. SAS is affiliated with the National Institute of Learning Development and is based on neurological therapy. BCS is one of the few private, religious or secular schools to offer SAS therapy.

Notable alumni

References
  1. Bellevue Christian Opens Branch -- Woodinville Expansion Reflects Growing Support http://archives.seattletimes.nwsource.com/cgi-bin/texis.cgi/web/vortex/display?slug=2313911&date=19960213
  2. District Overview "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2008-04-06. Retrieved 2008-04-14.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) retrieved April 14, 2008
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  9. https://www.bellevuechristian.org/about-2/glance/
  10. Milne, Stefan (April 18, 2019). "Mark Arm Was on WTF with Marc Maron". Seattle Met.
  11. Flood, Alison (July 21, 2015). "Illustrator Sarah McIntyre calls for co-author credits". The Guardian. London.
  12. Wyrwich, Tom (January 29, 2008). "Basketball double duty in WNBA, Euroleague keep ex-Kang hopping - Flashback". The Seattle Times. p. D5.
  13. Gowdy, Kristen (July 24, 2016). "Road to Olympics began at UW". The Seattle Times. p. C1.
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