Upper School
45
honors and advanced placement courses offered in English, World Languages, Math, Science, History, Computer, and Fine Arts
15.4
Million
offered to BA graduates in academic, athletic, talent or leadership scholarships over the last two years
Brentwood Academy’s upper school serves students in grades 9 through 12, focusing all aspects of school life on fulfilling the school’s mission to nurture and challenge each whole person—body, mind and spirit—to the glory of God.
Academic Life
The upper school academic day operates on a modified block schedule. Most classes in this program are 90 minutes long and meet every other day throughout the school year. Students are expected to take six classes each semester. Semesters are divided into two grading periods (quarters) and include midterm and final exams. Students participate in elective courses and core academics.
Courses offered include: English, history, science, mathematics, world languages (French, Latin, and Spanish), arts, speech, drama, instrumental band, vocal music, journalism (yearbook), computer and Bible.
Graduation Class of 2020
See and experience the culmination of the Brentwood Academy experience. Click the link below to access the full Commencement Ceremony video and other media items.
Upper School Leadership
Andy Bradshaw
Upper School Director
- B.S. Athens State University
- M.S. Arkansas State University
- M.S. Ohio University
Cathy Locke
Upper School Office
- B.S. Abilene Christian University
- M.S. University of North Texas
Mark Sutton
Dean of Students/Tennis/Strength & Conditioning
- B.S. University of Tennessee Martin
- M.S. Middle Tennessee State University
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