Academics

Student Centered. Innovative. Engaging.

At Bullis, a balance between academics, arts, athletics, and service is our foundation.

Our four signature programs provide unique opportunities along with traditional courses. We believe learning takes place in the classroom, on the stage or in the studio, and on the field.

With an emphasis on Bullis's core academic values — we uniquely prepare all students to become caring citizens and creative, critical thinkers who will thrive in tomorrow’s world.

Bullis Core Values

At Bullis, What does balance mean?

Every student balances academics with arts, athletics, and service.

Core academics: math, science, social studies, the arts, and world languages
Cutting-edge Signature Programs with an emphasis on skill development
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
- Entrepreneurship
- Humanities & Global Studies
- Visual & Performing Arts
Expansive arts program
Athletics for all
EdTech prepares students for the future
Community service develops life skills while giving back

Plus, substantial learning resources and activities that enrich the student experience.

Blended Learning
College Counseling
Discovery Days
Experiential Education
Extended Day Care
Leadership Opportunities
Learning Support
Online Learning
Online Snow Days
Summer Programs

Balance Cultivates 21st century skills

Blended Learning

We prepare our students with 21st-century skills. Bullis has developed blended learning courses that combine the delivery of curriculum in an online environment along with traditional modes of instruction.

At Bullis, blended learning allows students to learn through online delivery for one or two classes each week.

Online learning gives the students more control and shifts the focus to student-centered learning with increased flexibility in time, place, and pace.
While the workload for each blended online course aligns with the typical schedule rotation of the traditional class, the scheduled virtual classes will develop the students’ time management skills.
Class participation in the online component requires interactivity through asynchronous discussions, collaborative work using technology-rich resources, and scheduled synchronous sessions via web conferencing — all with regularly scheduled due dates and deadlines.

Online Learning

To increase flexibility in academic schedules, the Upper School offers fully online courses for credit during the summer and the regular school year. These courses are created by Bullis teachers and offer each student the opportunity to develop 21st century skills in online learning that will prepare them for higher education and professional development in their future careers.

Remote Learning

For over a decade, Bullis has laid the groundwork for remote learning with its deep commitment to educational technology tools and a strong tech department to support our teachers and students. Bullis teachers have vast experience in using remote learning — no matter how learning takes place, our students receive a world-class education.