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Mastering the Keyboard

As part of our performing arts curriculum created in collaboration with The Juilliard School, students use the keyboard to understand the music concepts they learn about in class. Why the keyboard?

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Sports Friday: Week of Sept. 28

This week, our high school girls volleyball team retained their undefeated record, and the middle school boys soccer team took a 4-1 victory over Near North Montessori.

Blog | Juilliard | Featured | Our Juilliard Collaboration

Performing Beethoven to Showcase Knowledge of Music Structure

Believe it or not, most musicians follow the same patterns when they compose a piece of music. These patterns, called forms, have recently been the focus of learning for our Year 8 music students.

Blog | community | Community Outreach | Featured

Charity Work, Mentoring & More: Student Personal Development Activities

Our Secondary students gathered for a variety of Community Time activities on Wednesday, from volunteering at a food bank and mentoring children in music to exploring career paths with local professionals.

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BISC Tops Fundraising and Fastest Finishers in Make-A-Wish Race

On Sunday, September 20, we teamed up with our friends at British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park to support Make-A-Wish Illinois.

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Students Contemplate, Celebrate and Sing about Peace

This month, our school joined the Nord Anglia Education family and took part in One Day One Choir, a global choral initiative created to unite people globally to sing for peace on National Peace Day, September 21.

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School Fairs: 10 Questions to Ask and Where to Find BISC

Exploring schools and finding the best option for your child is important. One way to gain better understanding of what schools offer and where your family fits in is to attend school fairs.

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Girls Volleyball Teams Reign Undefeated After Waldorf Match

This week, our junior varsity and varsity girls volleyball teams played back-to-back matches with Waldorf. On Tuesday, the Bulldogs played at home, and both teams took their matches 2-0. We scored another double win on Thursday at Waldorf!

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Strong Performance from Middle School Boys in First Soccer Match

Our middle school sports teams participate in the Chicago Area Middle School (CAMS) Conference, and on Tuesday, our boys soccer team started the season with a big win over Sylvester.