Today's students, in many ways, are more sophisticated than those of the previous generations. Due to their constant exposure to a wide variety of concepts via the media as well as the wealth of advanced scientific and technological concepts, the school is faced with an enormous challenge. In addition, the marked changes in the American family have forced the school to deal with the social and psychological development of students along with teaching the cognitive skills.

"The skills previously required are still necessary, but success and even survival in our world requires more."

• Counseling Department
• Career Cruising (Xello) - Students plan their own unique journey whether it involves a trade, college, university, entrepreneurship, or other training.
• Student Volunteer Information - Log your student volunteer hours!
• Student Clubs - We have a variety of activities, clubs and teams - or you can start your own!
• BCPS Work-Based Learning

Media Resources

• Library Media Center - Public Access Catalog
• MeL - Michigan eLibrary Databases
• Western High eBooks - Login